Staying in town for the long weekend and looking for activities that are fun for the whole family? We want you to make the most out of this long weekend, after all, it is the last one for the Summer! Check out this list and start planning now.
Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival – August 31st to September 4th
This year marks the 30th edition of the Hot Air Balloon Festival with balloon lift offs, an international Strongman Competition, an amusement park and shows at the Lac-Leamy Casino. Fun for the whole family, the balloons will be out daily from Thursday to Monday. There will be events at night as well for the Night Glow – you don’t want to miss those balloons when they illuminate in the night sky! Fireworks will also be happening Saturday evening. For more information, click here.
Ottawa Pinball and Game Room Show – September 2nd
There will be an area with all you can play pinball and arcade machines as well as the chance for individuals to buy, sell or trade a machine. For more details about admission and the event, click here.
Family Event at the Estate – September 2nd to 4th
Take the family to the Mackenzie King Estate (Gatineau Park) to enjoy free activities for some extra summer fun! Free activities include live music, swing dancing, horse and carriage rides, lawn games and more! To get more details on the daily programs, click here.
Riverside Festival – September 3rd
Enjoy this electronic music festival featuring Blasterjaxx, Zomboy, Ghastly and more! For more information on the line up, click here.
Ottawa Fury FC – September 3rd
Take the family to enjoy a match at TD Place vs. the Saint Louis FC. Worried about parking? Don’t forget that the Fury FC offer free transit via OC Transpo with direct routes to and from the stadium. To get more information, click here.
Ottawa Champions – September 1st to 4th
Take the family to a baseball game, soon it will be over. The Champions play their last home game on September 4th. To view the schedule, click here.
Inspiration Village – Until September 4th
With exhibits ranging from live DJs to a building block competition, there is something for everyone. Located in the Byward Market, this is the last weekend to visit. For more information about exhibits, click here.
Kontinuum – Until September 14th
Go underground and challenge your imagination with this multimedia show in Ottawa’s future Lyon Light Rail Transit station! To get more details, click here.
Northern Lights; Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill – Until September 16th
Bring a blanket or chair and sit on Parliament Hill to watch the free, and bilingual, show. Click here for show times.
MosaïCanada 150 – Until October 15th
View this horticultural exhibit that reflects 150 years of Canada through art forms. To get more information on what you can expect to see, click here.
The team wishes everyone a happy and safe long weekend.