Explore unusual things to do in Ottawa: we reveal the secret places to visit, quirky sights to see, cool neighbourhoods to try, and guides to making the most of Ottawa all year round. It’s your must-read insider’s guide to Ottawa, for visitors and locals alike.
This weekend is the last opportunity to admire the spectacular fireworks at the Casino du Lac-Leamy Sound Of Light Festival! This incredible show, located right along the Ottawa River, is a must-see before the summer...
Here’s how you can enjoy this incredible month in Ottawa! Summer in Ottawa is nothing short of incredible, so be sure to take full advantage of the outdoors and numerous events happening all over the city before the sum...
With the most picturesque scenery and a fantastic network of trails, Gatineau Park is the nature lover’s paradise for a day-trip out of Ottawa. Only 20 minutes by car from downtown, there are plenty of outdoor activitie...
Wanting to try a fun, new workout class this summer? Ottawa’s Ten-Eight Performance Gym has launched outdoor boxing classes! The Ten-Eight Performance Gym has been running their outdoor boxing classes for a...
One of Ottawa’s favourite workout studios is up-and-running with fantastic outdoor classes this month. Until the gyms are able to open indoors, the team at Uprise Fit has a killer schedule of boot camps and running grou...
Now that Ontario is in Step 2 of their Reopening Plan there are more and more fun events to try this month. Although restrictions remain in place and covid-19 numbers continue to be monitored, there are plenty of outdoo...
The perfect date night when the weather is gloomy, Ottawa is home to two drive-in movie theatres only 15 minutes from downtown! Opening this weekend, The Drive-In Movie Experience is launching their summer movie schedu...
Many are taking a stand this Canada Day in support of Indigenous communities across the country. Recent tragic discoveries at Residential Schools have shifted Canadians’ perspective on the significance of this day...
Looking to try something fun to do this summer on the water? One of Ottawa’s favourite workout studios, Inner Soul Fitness, is continuing their series of Paddle Board Yoga classes. Every week, you can join Nicol...
Secret Ottawa is launching a series highlighting the incredible local workout studios around this city. With the relaxation of restrictions on June 14th to allow for outdoor workouts, many of our favourite studios have...