April showers have brought us May flowers! Although we’re still a week away from the start of the annual Canadian Tulip Festival, some of the early tulips have bloomed in Major’s Hill Park, along the Rideau Canal, and at Dow’s Lake. While I could easily spend a weekend touring the tulips, there are plenty of other options to pass your time this weekend.
The Chateau Lafayette, the oldest bar in Ottawa, has been run by the same family since the ‘60s. The building, in fact, predates both the family’s ownership of it and the town of Ottawa, as it can be traced all the way back to 1849.
We have arrived at the first weekend of Winterlude here in the nation’s capital! While it doesn’t look as though the canal will be open for skating at any point, there are still plenty of fun outdoor winter activities to enjoy in this mild winter weather, as well as several indoor activities, if that is more your style.
Spooky season is upon us! This weekend you’ve got your pick of Halloween activities, ranging from family friendly to truly terrifying.
This weekend is jammed packed with activities so let’s dive right in.
Happy Pride Ottawa! One of the highlights of this weekend is the Capital Pride Parade on Sunday, but there are so many other incredible events happening throughout the weekend.
More than 45 recent works by 39 current instructors are on display at the Ottawa School of Art in the Downtown Instructor’s Exhibition. The exhibition includes paintings, photographs, and sculpture.
Get ready for one of the busiest weekends this summer!
Pōā Tiki Bar offers a tropical escape in the ByWard Market.
As we head into peak spooky season, there are plenty of Halloween-themed things happening. But, if that’s not your jam, don’t worry—there’s lots to do without needing a costume.
Fall is in the air! And according to the forecast, so is some rain. But rain or shine, we’ve got some great events lined up this weekend.
Welcome to the long weekend!
Welcome to your grandma’s living room. This is Nan’s Parlour, a new concept bar and restaurant in the Byward Market, right by the Heart & Crown on Clarence street.
It’s a rainy Thursday in Ottawa, but guess what? The forecast for the next three days looks like perfect summer weather! And good thing too, because festival season is in full swing in Ottawa! Jazz, dragon boats, summer solstice events and more are on the schedule.
Adaawewigamig is a new social enterprise operated by the Assembly of Seven Generations, an organization led by and for Indigenous youth. The store, selling high-quality Indigenous-made goods, is located in the ByWard Market Square.
