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From Tourism Ottawa
March 7, 2025
Looking for fun activities in the Ottawa area? Check out these options over the next seven days, starting on Thursday, March 6. Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
Ongoing | Curious to know how Canada's Parliament works? Take a free guided tour of the Senate or the House of Commons, or discover the story of Centre Block at Parliament: The Immersive Experience! Free tickets are available daily.
For March Break fun…
Ongoing | This March Break, drop in to the family activity centre in the Canadian War Museum’s Lobby to create your own camouflage “Razzle Dazzle” ship for Naval Gazing! FREE!
Ongoing | Celebrate March Break at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum with exciting activities for the whole family!
Ongoing | This March Break, enjoy an exciting blend of science and play at the Canada Science and Technology Museum.
Ongoing | Fly daily during March Break and see Parliament Hill and downtown Ottawa from the air at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. Strick around to explore the wonders of space with hands-on activities like creating craters, piloting drones in our Drone Zone and crafting your own space-themed pop-up cards.
Ongoing | Pop in with the kids for some fun crafts and FREE family activities during the Québec and Ontario March Breaks at the Bank of Canada Museum.
Saturday, March 8 to March 16 | Go underground for an unforgettable March Break adventure at the Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum.
Starting Monday, March 10 | Join Tanger Outlets Ottawa for a fun-filled March Break! Enjoy a fantastic lineup for the whole family, including crafting, yoga, and dance fit to get you moving and grooving!
Monday, March 10 to Friday, March 14 | It’s March Break for Ontario schoolkids… take a peek at some great March Break activities in Ottawa!
For arts, culture and a good time…
Thursday, March 6 | Join Julie Kim, one of Canada’s top stand-up comedians, for an unforgettable night of laughter and wit at Laugh Lounge.
Thursday, March 6 | It’s your chance to see some of the funniest comics and enjoy 90 minutes of non-stop laughs with ComediHa! Club en Tournée at Théâtre du Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Friday, March 7 to Sunday, March 9 | Check out the Gatineau-Ottawa Bicycle Show, a show devoted exclusively to the world of cycling and cycling tourism: discover the latest news, trends, and new destinations to discover on two wheels! Held at Palais des Congrès de Gatineau.
Friday, March 7 to Saturday, March 8 | Get ready to indulge in a variety of craft beers, delicious food and live entertainment at the ByWard Beerfest.
Friday, March 7 to Saturday, March 8 | Have fun and get creative at Pique, an event featuring artist-driven programming, live music performances, visual art installations and DJ sets, on multiple stages and levels happening at Arts Court.
Saturday, March 8 |Check out an exciting lineup of over 140 vendors who offer hand made treasures, vintage finds and one-of-a-kinds at 613flea in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park. FREE!
Saturday, March 8 to Sunday, March 9 | Participate in a guided snowshoe hike along trail 60 to uncover animal tracks. Discover the strategies animals have to survive the harshness of winter. At Gatineau Park Visitor Centre. Snowshoes are provided. FREE!
Saturday, March 8 to Sunday, March 9 | Stanley's invites you to experience a sweet slice of history at its 200-year-old farm. Learn how Maple Syrup is made or hop on a tractor-drawn ride to see parts of the sugarbush and enjoy delicious maple taffy.
Saturday, March 8 | Join Femme Fest, a vibrant celebration of empowerment, creativity, and community in honour of International Women’s Day.
Starting Sunday, March 9 | Ottawa’s Wintertime Music Festival features an all-local lineup at a stunning art deco venue with a cozy vibe. Held at the Gladstone Theatre.
Sunday, March 9 | Get your dancing shoes ready for Patrick’s Ceili! Celebrate with live Irish music, lively dances (called for all skill levels).
Sunday, March 9| Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at the Lansdowne Farmers’ Market. FREE!
For sports fans…
Saturday, March 8 | Cheer on the Ottawa 67’s as they take on the Peterborough Petes at TD Place.
Saturday, March 8; Monday, March 10 | Show your support for the Ottawa Senators as they go head-to-head with the New York Rangers and the Detroit Red Wings at the Canadian Tire Centre.
Tuesday, March 11 | Support the Ottawa Charge as they face the Minnesota Frost at the Canadian Tire Centre.
Find out more great activities to do in and around Ottawa by checking out Ottawa Tourism’s Event Calendar or have a look at the Ottawa Insider Blog!
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