Your Guide to Holiday Events & Experiences

The holiday season has arrived, and there’s so much to look forward to. From upcoming seasonal events to thoughtful gift ideas like experience tickets, we’ve rounded up a little inspiration to help you make the most of this festive time of year!

Make the Most of the Holiday Season

Your Next Holiday Outing: Christmas at Mādahòkì Farm

Step into a holiday season filled with wonder at Christmas at Mādahòkì Farm. This magical celebration blends twinkling lights, Indigenous storytelling, and hands-on experiences that bring the season to life in a truly meaningful way.


Explore the Trail of Lights & Traditions, shop beautifully crafted gifts from Indigenous makers, and enjoy festive workshops the whole family will love.


Planning a gathering? Mādahòkì Farm also offers incredible Indigenous-inspired holiday feasts—perfect for team celebrations or intimate seasonal dinners. It’s a holiday escape where culture, community, and celebration come together.



Experience Holiday Magic: Oriental Legend at the Canadian Museum of History

Make this holiday season unforgettable with Oriental Legend, the award-winning dance drama taking over the Canadian Museum of History from December 18–20. This breathtaking spectacle—filled with electrifying choreography, stunning visuals, and rich Silk Road storytelling—is one of the must-see cultural events of the season.


If you’re looking for a show that dazzles, inspires, and leaves you talking long after the curtain falls, this is it.



All That Glitters: New Year’s Eve Party at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa!

Looking for the most electric New Year’s Eve in the city? All That Glitters at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa is the can’t-miss celebration of the season. From live music starting at 11 AM to an explosive midnight show with Alter Ego Showband, plus premium dining, giveaways, and FREE casino floor access, the entire property transforms into one massive NYE party.


If you want a night packed with music, glamour, and nonstop excitement—this is where you’ll want to be when the clock hits midnight.



Make Their Season Bright with These Gifts

 Give the Gift of Great Taste!

Treat the food lovers in your life to an unforgettable dining experience! When you purchase a $250 E-Gift Card from The Hyde Bar, The Clarendon Tavern, Restaurant 18, or Sidedoor, you’ll receive an extra $50 E-Gift Card for FREE — the perfect holiday win for gifting (or keeping!).


HURRY — this festive offer ends tomorrow!



The Snowsuit Fund 50/50 for The City

A Gift That Gives Back!

Looking for a meaningful holiday gift? The Snowsuit Fund Holiday 50/50 lets you support Ottawa children while giving someone (or yourself!) a chance to win a growing jackpot and over $15K in Earlybird Prizes.


Every ticket sold helps keep kids warm this winter.


Last year’s lucky winner took home over $470,000! Give warmth, spread holiday cheer, and maybe even win big this season!


Canadian Culinary Championship 2026

A Delicious Holiday Surprise

Treat someone special to a holiday experience they’ll never forget! On January 30–31, 2026, ten of Canada’s top chefs will face off in thrilling competitions—Mystery Wine, Black Box, and the Grand Finale—pushing their skill and creativity to the limit.


The Grand Finale pairs the chefs’ elevated dishes with electrifying live music in a Spirit of the West Celebration featuring Geoffrey Kelly, Barney Bentall, and Matthew Harder performing iconic hits.


A perfect choice for food lovers, it really is the JUNOS for the culinary world, an experience they will cherish!



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