What are your plans for the weekend? Here’s a list of fun events and things to do in Ottawa! Let me know if I missed anything.
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14 events you won’t want to miss this weekend in Ottawa
1.Ottawa I love Beer & Taco Festival
Come for a fun filled day or night of beer, cider and spirits sampling, games, dancing and tacos! 19+ event. Tickets: $16-$21. When: Feb 28 and March 1. Fri 6pm-11pm; Sat 12pm-10pm. Where: EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive.
2. Ottawa Charge vs New York Sirens
Cheer on Ottawa’s professional women’s hockey team when it faces the New York Sirens. Tickets from $30. When: Wednesday February 26 at 7pm. Where: TD Place, 1015 Bank St.
3. Seedy Saturday
A yearly seed sale where you’ll find local seed vendors, local, sustainable businesses related to food and gardening, a seed swap table (free, while supplies last), workshops by experienced gardeners, information booths and local artisans. FREE. When: Saturday March 1, 10am-3pm. Where: Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road.
4. CCDC Historic Pipe Organ turns 60!
Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre (CDCC) is home to one of the largest pipe organs in Ottawa, and the Canadian-built organ turns 60 this year! Don’t miss the opportunity to hear the rare and awe-inspiring instrument with 5179 windpipes spanning 7 storeys in a beautiful Ottawa heritage theatre. FREE but registration is required. When: Sunday March 2 at 4pm. Where: CDCC, 290 Lisgar St.
5. Senators vs. San Jose Sharks
Cheer as the Ottawa Senators face the San Jose Sharks. Tickets from $49. When: Saturday March 1, 7pm. Where: Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Dr, Kanata, Ottawa.
6. Senators vs. Winnipeg Jets
Don’t miss the Ottawa Senators take on the Winnipeg Jets. Tickets from $37. When: Wednesday Feb 26, 7pm. Where: Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Dr, Kanata, Ottawa.
7. 67’s vs. North Bay Battalion
Join the Ottawa 67’s as they battle the North Bay Battalion. Tickets from $24. When: Friday Feb 28, 7pm. Where: The Arena at TD Place, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa.
8. 67’s vs. Windsor Spitfires
Cheer on the Ottawa 67’s in a thrilling home game against the Windsor Spitfires! Tickets from $24. When: Sunday March 2, 2pm. Where: The Arena at TD Place, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa.
9. Ottawa Gatineau Golf Expo
Experience Ottawa-Gatineau GOLFEXPO with exclusive deals, contests, and golf season essentials! Tickets from $11. When: Friday Feb 28-Saturday March 1, 9am-5pm. Where: EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa.
10. Cirque à la Carte
Don’t miss Ottawa’s finest circus cabaret featuring mesmerizing, artistically crafted performances. Tickets $45.60. When: Saturday Mar 1, 2pm and 7pm. Where: Arts Court, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa.
11. Ottawa Black Bears vs Georgia Swarm
Be part of the high energy, fast paced and hard-hitting action at Canadian Tire Centre. Ticket price: $38
When: Feb 28 at 7pm. Where: 1000 Palladium Dr., Ottawa. ON.
12. Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm Sugar Shack
Stanley Sugarbush has been the home to family friendly fun for over 30 years. Whether you´re looking for a
sweet treat or you´re looking for a sweet treat or you´re hoping to meet some new animal friends, Stanley’s is the place to be. General Admission $8.85. When: Saturdays and Sundays from March 1 to April 20.
Pancake House 9am–2pm. Sugarbush and Farm 10am–3pm. Where: 2452 York’s Corners Rd.
13. Sugar Bush at the Log Farm
Come out to the farm to experience sugarbush 2025. This once a year, Canadian tradition doesn´t last long as winter gently eases into spring. Take a wagon ride out to the sugarbush to see how maple syrup is made. Then take a walk through the trails of the sugar maples and taste some sweet taffy on the snow. Ticket price General Admission: $11.50. When: Saturdays from 9am to 4pm. Where: 670 Cedarview Road, Nepean.
14. Maple Fest
Short and sweet, sugar bush season is our favourite time of the year. Ticket price General Admission: $8.75
March 1 to April 21, 9am–5pm. Where: Ferme Proulx et Érablière, 1865 Chemin O’Toole, Cumberland.
More things to do in Ottawa this weekend
Wednesday and Thursday
The Children
The Children by Lucy Kirkwood is a dark comedy about hope and marriage in the face of disaster. Admission: $41 (regular). Wednesday, Feb 19-March 8 at 2pm (Matinée) and 7:30pm. At The Gladstone, 910 Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa.
The Shawshank Redemption
Based on the novella by Stephen King, and immortalized in one of the all-time great films, this story of resilience is brilliantly brought to the stage. Admission: $32 (adult). Wednesday, Feb 26-March 16 at 7:30pm. At Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Ave, Ottawa.
Steelpan Symphony
Members of the acclaimed steelband Pan Fantasy and renowned vocalists King Cosmos, Macomere Fifi, and
Kymia Hypolite join the NAC Orchestra to transport you to Trinidad and Tobago, the vibrant heart of calypso
music. Tickets starting at $31. When: Thursday Feb 27 at 7:20pm. Where: Southam Hall – 1 Elgin St.
Au Coeur de la Rose
Au cœur de la rose is a play whose language is rich in multiple resonances and drawn directly from the underground sources of the land. Admission: $37+. Thursday, Feb 27-Mar ch 1 at 8pm. At Azrieli Studio, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa.
Friday
Super Duty Tough Work
Golden-era taste, future-era based. Art-rap ensemble. Tickets: $15. When: Friday Feb 28 at 8pm. Where: Fourth Stage – 1 Elgin St.
CBC’s Laugh Out Loud
Recording live for CBC, host Ali Hassan will present a mix of established and well-known comedians so get ready to Laugh Out Loud when CBC Radio’s hit stand-up comedy show. Admission: $45-50. Friday, Feb 28 at 8pm. At Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans.
Beautiful The Carole King Musical
Set in the vibrant pop industry of the 1960s and early 1970s, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical features a tapestry of musical hits from the creative songwriting teams of King and Goffin, Weil and Mann. Admission: $37 to $59. Friday, Feb 28–March 9 at 2pm or 7:30pm depending on the day. At Meridian Theatre @Centrepointe, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa.
Saturday
Dueling Pianos
Dave Kalil, Tyler Kealey and Todd Huckabone have been a staple of the music scene in Ottawa, known as the Dueling Pianos. Saturday, March 1 at 7pm. At Skylounge, 73 York St Top Floor, Ottawa.
More recurring events in Ottawa
23. Vanier Sugar Shack
Get your maple fix at North America’s only urban sugar shack, located less than 5 km from downtown Ottawa. The Vanier Sugar Shack offers a unique experience, blending traditional maple syrup production with modern offerings. Enjoy local food in a charming 17.5-acre sugar bush setting, where history and nature come together. FREE. When: Starting Saturday, Feb 16 to Monday, Apr 21, 9am-2pm. Where: Vanier Museopark, 300 des Pères-Blancs Ave, Vanier.
19. The Jungle’s Reasons
Explore three decades of the Zapatista movement in Chiapas through 70 compelling photographs by distinguished Mexican photographers. This exhibition offers a profound visual narrative of the indigenous struggle for rights and social justice. FREE; When: January 21 to March 21. Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm; Where: Embassy of Mexico, 45 O’Connor St., 10th floor, Ottawa.
20. Snowshoe Under the Stars in Gatineau Park
Enjoy the serene beauty of Gatineau Park by moonlight with a guided snowshoe hike led by experienced nature interpreters. Discover how animals adapt to winter as you traverse selected trails and get a hot chocolate beverage and cookies afterwards. Tickets: $15 – $25, advance registration is required, 13+; When: Every Friday from January 17 to March 21, 7pm – 9pm; Where: Gatineau Park, Chelsea, Québec. Specific trail details will be provided upon registration.
29. Animal Tracking on Snowshoes
Not every animal hibernates all winter, so it is time to find out about those that don’t. Take a guided snowshoe trek along Trail 60 in Gatineau Park, to discover what animal makes what tracks, and the different strategies they have to stay alive in the cold winter. Snowshoes are provided. FREE. When: Saturdays at 10:30am (French) and 1:30pm (English). Sundays at 10:30am (English) and 1:30pm (French). Where: Gatineau Park Visitor Centre, 33 Scott Rd, Chelsea (Quebec).
30. Outdoor Winter Fun
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Countryside Adventures in Moose Creek: embark on a scenic adventure with a 3km skating or snowshoe trail through the forest, enjoy tubing on the hill, visit the petting zoo, relax by the bonfire, and grab a treat from the food truck. Admission fees vary starting from $8. Sunday – Wednesday 10am-8pm, Thursday – Saturday 10am-10pm. 16495 Sixth Road, Moose Creek, ON K0C 1W
31. Icelynd Skating Rink
“Icelyn” means “Ruler of the Winter storm”. It is over 2 kilometers of natural ice trails winding through nearly 100 acres of beautiful woods. Evening skates are illuminated by twinkling string lights and natural solar lighting, creating a magical atmosphere. Amenities include bonfires, vendors, and seating areas for rest and relaxation. Thursday: 4pm–9pm; Friday: 2pm–9pm; Saturday: 10am–9pm; Sunday: 10am–7pm; Tickets $14-$19, free for children under 4. Family day pass available. 6865 Fernbank Rd, Stittsville. ** Check their website for updates on ice conditions.
29. Riveroak Skating Rink
Experience the beauty of winter by skating through 3.5 kilometers of trails winding through orchards, sugarbush, and evergreens. Enjoy pickup hockey games, warm up in the heritage lodge, and savor fresh eats from the café. Evening skates are illuminated by twinkling lights and torches for a magical experience. Day pass $15 – $63; Season Pass $56.10 – $229.50 including youth, senior, adult, and family tariffs. When: Thursday to Sunday; Thursday: 4pm–8pm; Friday: 11am–8pm; Saturday: 9am–8pm; Sunday: 9am–6pm. Where: RiverOak Skating Trail, 2900 York’s Corners Rd, Ottawa. ** Check their website for updates on ice conditions.
30. Butterflies in Flight
Back by popular demand! Enjoy a delightful exhibition of live tropical butterflies including the impressive large blue morpho. Tickets: $6 in addition to the cost of general museum admission. Until Dec 16, get a 10% discount reserving online. When; Dec 6, 2024-Jan 6, 2026. Where: Canadian Museum of Nature.