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Victorian Tea

Sun, Jul 22 - 02:00 PM

Classic tea is served under the trees at the Arboretum.

This annual event brings out the...

Ottawa Arboretum
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VALKYRIE, and the five stages Opening Night

Wed, Jul 25 - 06:00 PM

A Valkyrie was, in Norse mythology, one of a group of warrior-type female figures who had the...

School of Photographic Arts
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AWESOME ARMOUR

Sun, Jul 29 - 10:00 AM

Don’t miss this action-packed day of activities inspired by the Armour exhibition! Watch...

Canadian War Museum
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Matt Bergman at Absolute Comedy

Jul 17 - Jul 22

Matt Bergman has been performing at clubs and colleges since he was in college pursuing a degree...

Absolute Comedy
Live Comedy
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Mike Dambra at Absolute Comedy

Jul 24 - Jul 29

If you're a comedy fan and you haven't seen Mike Dambra you're in for a treat. Involved in the...

Absolute Comedy
Live Comedy
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Happy Hour Wednesday's at The Upkeep Shoppe

Jun 27 - Jul 25

Need a girls night out? The Upkeep Shoppe has you covered, every Wednesday night from 5-7pm...

The Upkeep Shoppe
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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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Fabio Leggeri and Fernando Belli Fabio Leggeri and Fernando Belli "We're cousins and we've been in business together for 30 years. I spent a lot of time on Preston when I was growing up;... Read their story
Tony Zagaria Tony Zagaria “I was born in Italy. I came here when I was seven years old. I did my schooling here. I worked in retail from the age... Read their story
Roderick Lahey Roderick Lahey “I have always surrounded myself with the arts. While enrolled in an architectural technology program I went to a... Read their story