You might be thinking this is the worst part of the season – Winterlude is over and there’s nothing to do. Well, you’d be wrong! Here’s just a sample of indoor and outdoor activities taking place this weekend.
All weekend
If you want to get cozy, head to one of Ottawa’s independent movie theatres for a show.
Until February 22 you can see the story of Viola Desmond on at the NAC in Controlled Damage.
Saturday and Sunday Fabrications is holding an Amaranth Fibres trunk show for all you yarn crafters.
Check out the skate conditions before heading out on the canal for skating/walking/an excuse for a BeaverTail.
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Thursday
A new six-week session is starting with Vibe Salsa.
Sad Girl Cafe – a women’s open mic – takes place at GigSpace Performance Studio.
Dear Rouge play the Bronson Centre.
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Friday
Trivia Feud is on with teams of four or give battling it out in a best-of-seven tournament.
Queer and Beers Winter Edition is on at Lowertown Brewery.
The 27 Club is holding a Daft Punk night with a DJ spinning all their hits and deep cuts.
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Saturday
A Repair Café is on at Jim Durrell Recreation Centre – don’t throw it away – fix it!
Saint Brigid’s Centre for the Arts is holding a Whisky Wonderland with various experts, classes, speakers, vendors and activities with live music.
Bring it Black – Black Future Market is on at Next Door Ottawa with Black-owned microbusinesses.
Duke Ellington’s Black, Brown and Beige by the Ottawa Jazz Orchestra has two shows on at the NAC.
613flea is on at Lansdowne with 150 vendors and free admission.
The Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser is on in support of the Ottawa Mission. Can’t make it? Donate instead!
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Sunday
What a drag….brunch is on at Beyond the Pale taproom in the market.
Your favourite perogies and pinball place – House of TARG – is hosting another free-play Sundays – after-dark session from 8 pm to midnight.
Bonecat is playing at Atomic Rooster.
The Rideau Winter Trail is hosting its 2025 Loppet where you can choose between two to 11 km loops.
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