Fun Things to Do in March in Ottawa with Kids
March in Ottawa is an event filled month with happenings all across the city coupled with March Break and Sugar Shack season! Winter is still in full swing which means lots of time left for your favourite snow activities including hitting up the local ski slopes, tobogganing, and snowshoeing.
Check out these events happening across the Ottawa area for some fun-filled family time.
Fun Things to Do in March in Ottawa with Kids
Check out the Ottawa Charge
Experience the Ottawa Charge – Ottawa’s professional women’s hockey team! The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is redefining the game, uniting the world’s top female hockey talent in a groundbreaking league. Ottawa’s team takes on the Seattle Torrent at TD Place on Wednesday March 4. Get tickets here.
March Break Fun at the Ottawa Public Library
Ottawa’s awesome library system is coming through for families yet again with dozens of March break activities happening at branches all over the region. Crafts, storytime, interactive events, and there are even events happening in French. And best of all, it’s all free! However, some events do require pre-registration or arriving early to claim a ticket/spot so be sure to read the details carefully.
Family Paint Night with Paint Nite
What a fun activity for parents and kids with the reward of art to hang in your home! Paint Nite offers family paint nights in Ottawa with a variety of themes at select locations throughout the capital region. Make sure there’s one participating adult for every three guests under 18, and everyone has their own ticket.
Enchanted Wonders – A Family Magic Show!
Featuring five of the most popular family entertainers in Canada, as seen on stages like Disney Cruise Line, Canada’s Wonderland, the Calgary Stampede, and the CNE, Enchanted Wonders is the perfect way to make your break unforgettable. Celebrate the beauty of the unknown with mind-blowing illusions, jaw-dropping stunts, and magical moments that will leave you believing in the impossible. This is a celebration of imagination, laughter, and awe for the whole family. At Harold Shenkman Hall on Tuesday March 17 and Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe on Wednesday March 18.
Maple Fest at Proulx Maple & Berry Farm
Celebrate the Maple Fest at Proulx Maple & Berry Farm from Saturday March 1 through until April 12. Enjoy a day in the country with real maple syrup and farm entertainment. Ticket prices range from $9.99 to $15.74. This is an ideal family event to experience the tradition of maple syrup production.
Public Skating at the Canadian Tire Centre
Lace up your skates and hit the ice during a Public Skating event at Canadian Tire Centre on Tuesday March 17 from 2 pm to 7 pm and Friday March 20 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Book your one hour time slot in advance (online only and must purchase a spot per each skater) for a fun-filled skating session on NHL-calibre ice. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned skater, enjoy a safe, welcoming environment perfect for all ages. Make lasting memories, stay active, and experience the thrill of skating at one of Ottawa’s most iconic venues.
