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Golden Hour at the Experimental Farm

Thu, Aug 23 - 06:00 PM

Experience through your camera lens the light of the “Golden Hour”, under the guidance of...

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Julie Corrigan live at heart and crown

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ben cooper duo live at heart and crown

Thu, Aug 30 - 09:00 PM

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Sam Timmins Band live at heart and crown

Fri, Aug 31 - 09:00 PM

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The Chris evans band live at heart and crown

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Side splitting laughter Thursday - Sunday at Absolute Comedy

Mar 01 - Sep 30

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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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Arjet Meti and Ottavio Formica Arjet Meti and Ottavio Formica “We started about four years ago when the owner, Massimo, bought the bakery. We’re all friends in here. When I got... Read their story
Antonella Ceglia Antonella Ceglia “La Roma Restaurant originally opened in 1962 on the corner of Somerset and Bronson Avenue. Our family took over in... Read their story
Sylvie Lapointe Sylvie Lapointe “I finished school in March and I moved in here in October. I had very little [business] experience but lots of drive.... Read their story