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The Kelly Craig Duo live

Thu, Aug 24 - 09:00 PM

Kelly Craig and Brian Browne are two veteran jazz musicians with a long list of performing and...

Heart & Crown Preston
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Wine & Conversation - “Barolo, Bites, and Babble”

Tue, Aug 29 - 07:00 PM

Join as they taste 4 spectacular wines that have been aging gracefully in their cellar hosted by...

Trattoria Caffe Italia
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The Jaymarcs live

Thu, Aug 31 - 09:00 PM

The Jaymarcs are a combined effort of two Ottawa based musicians. Marc Charron (drummer,...

Heart & Crown Preston
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Comedian Steve Hofstetter Returns to Ottawa

Fri, Sep 01 - 07:00 PM

Tickets: $25.75 + $3 facility fee = $28.75
 

After an insane debacle with Air Canada...

The Gladstone Theatre
Live Comedy
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Get out and support The EPIC WALK!

Sat, Sep 16

The EPIC WALK in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation and the Queensway Carleton...

City of Ottawa
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Turning Tricks Comedy Magic Show

Fri, Sep 29 - 08:00 PM

Do you believe in magic? Michael Bourada proves that magic is not just for children his weekly...

The Prescott
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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 2017 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. At noon on February 17 witness the demonstration, development and practices; at 6 pm that day, the ‘Shiver and Giver’ Fundraising races take place. Watch the official ribbon cutting and races on February 18 at 10 am, with awards handed out at 4 pm. For more information visit...
#87 WARM UP TO A COZY RESTAURANT ON PRESTON AFTER YOUR WINTERLUDE ACTIVITIES Just steps away from Dow’s Lake and with dozens of cafés and restaurants from which to choose, Little Italy Street is the ideal pre or post Winterlude destination. Plan a full day of family fun! Start with a skate on the canal, hop on for a free, horse-drawn wagon ride to travel in style to Preston Street for lunch. The rides will run between Dow’s Lake and the restaurants and shops of Little Italy, with several stops along the route; climb aboard between 11 am and 3 pm on February 4, 5,...
#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...
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Amy and Matt Garrett Amy and Matt Garrett “I guess you might describe us as trailblazers on two wheels. We saw how popular adult scooters were on a trip to Miami... Read their story
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
Nick Shallal Nick Shallal “I purchased La Favorita in 1988. It was only take-out and delivery. I introduced a real wood burning stove and unique... Read their story