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Silver Creek Duo live

Thu, Dec 13 - 09:00 PM

Silver Creek Duo featuring Shawn Tavenier (vocals, guitar), & Nick Gauthier (guitar,...

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The Johnny Franco Duo at Heart and Crown

Thu, Dec 20 - 09:00 PM

Jean-Francois Asselin is more than just your typical bar musician. He’s got the memory of an...

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New Year's with The MacLovins

Mon, Dec 31 - 09:00 PM

Give 2018 a proper sendoff at The Heart and Crown on Preston.

Live music courtesy of The...

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Highway Sunrise Live at Heart and Crown

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Highway Sunrise is a Pop Rock/Country cover group from Ottawa Ontario and is one of the top...

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LeMeow live at heart and crown

Dec 21 - Dec 22

Kick off the weekend with a few drinks and good company at the Heart and Crown with live music...

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Southbound Boots Live

Dec 28 - Dec 29

Appearing at the Heart & Crown Preston this December is Southbound Boots. If you haven't heard...

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INTRODUCING 101 THINGS TO DO ON PRESTON We are excited to present 101 Things to do on Preston Street. Your guide to some of the most entertaining, engaging and inspiring activities to enjoy in and around the nation's capital. As one of Ottawa's most vibrant urban neighbourhoods, Preston Street and its surrounding area offer a multitude of adventurous options. We'll be sending out new ideas each week including live entertainment, food, drink, family activities, shopping, history, recreations and so much more.
#88 THE ICE DRAGONS ARE COMING An exciting new addition to the 2018 Winterlude lineup is North America’s first ever ice dragon boat festival. Preston Street makes the ideal home base for watching all the exciting action on nearby Dow’s Lake. For more information visit http://www.icedragonboat.ca/ and be sure to include a Winterlude break for lunch, coffee, hot chocolate or dinner at one of Little Italy’s many delightful cafes and restaurants!
#13 PLAY HOCKEY IN LITTLE ITALY Strap on your skates, grab your helmet and some friends then enjoy the wonderful Canadian tradition of playing shinny or skating laps on an outdoor rink. Carefully tended by dedicated volunteers, seasonal rinks ideal for skaters of all ages are located at both Plouffe Park on Preston Street and Ev Tremblay Park on Beech Street; they’re just two of Ottawa’s more than 250 outdoor rinks. Open daily, weather permitting. Warm up afterwards with hot chocolate at one of Preston’s many...
#76 CHRISTMAS IN THE CAPITAL There’s something magical about heading out to do your Christmas shopping right after the first snowfall of the season. On Preston Street, we love the holidays and you’ll find our merchants ready, willing and able to help with everyone on your gift list. From unique, not-found-anywhere-else items to seasonal specials and beautiful old-world Christmas decor, we make Christmas shopping fun and successful. Make a day of it by planning to have lunch or dinner in Little Italy as a reward for...
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Lori Mellor (Executive Director Preston Street BIA) Lori Mellor (Executive Director Preston Street BIA) “I’m in my 13th year now and the big challenge for us was to get the beautification project. We’d had very little... Read their story
Suzana and Rino Franzese Suzana and Rino Franzese “We used to come to the previous café at this location. This is actually where we met and started dating. When it came... Read their story
Bela Csombok Jr. and Kurt Hillebrand Bela Csombok Jr. and Kurt Hillebrand Young Street Garage: “It started off with Winfried Hillebrand and Bela Csombok Senior; my father and my business... Read their story