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Things to do in Ottawa this week: August 23–29
The Wiggles arrive for two shows at TD Place; Atlético Ottawa takes on Inter Toronto FC; a metal-heavy weekend fuels live music across the city.
Things to do in Ottawa this week: August 16–22
Deep Purple and Kansas anchor a solid midweek run; weather stays overcast until Saturday clears. Plan indoors for Wednesday's rain,...
7 summer escape destinations near Ottawa worth exploring before season ends
A curated selection of scenic spots within an hour's drive — from Pink Lake's turquoise waters to Eagle's Nest Lookout's forest views.
Things to do in Ottawa this week: August 9–15
Bonnie Raitt brings blues rock to the NAC on Thursday; a wet Monday and midweek stretch push you indoors, but the weekend clears for...
Things to do in Ottawa this week: August 2–8
ABBA's Mamma Mia! closes out its NAC run; Killswitch Engage and Hollywood Undead bring heavy metal to the suburbs; rain Sunday and...
Things to do in Ottawa this week: July 26–August 1
ABBA's Mamma Mia! lands at the NAC for a five-night run; Weird Al Yankovic heads to Kanata; rain mid-week means indoor planning pays.
Things to do in Ottawa this week: July 19–25
Bluesfest dominates Sunday; a Japanese punk band hits mid-week; rainy Tuesday through Wednesday demand indoor planning.
Things to do in Ottawa this week: July 12–18
Progressive rock legends Coheed and Cambria headline the week's marquee show; sports and local openings round out a mixed-weather stretch.
Things to do in Ottawa this week: July 5–11
A family circus spectacular anchors the weekend, while live music fills the early week—and the weather stays mostly cooperative until...
Canada Day at the NCC's new swimming dock: first time in the capital's water
A newcomer to Ottawa braves the Rideau River at East Wharf on July 1, trading Toronto skepticism for Parliament Hill views and...
Things to do in Ottawa this week: June 28–July 4
Ibrahim Maalouf's rare Confederation Park performance anchors a week split between two clear days and a mid-week thunderstorm stretch;...
Things to do in Ottawa this week: June 21–27
Daniel Tosh brings his farewell tour to the National Arts Centre on Saturday; We Were Sharks headline a hometown show Friday night; the...