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Paint the Town

Thu, Jul 19 - 06:00 PM

Join Artist & Illustrator Crystal Beshara of Paint The Town Ottawafor a fun evening of...

Marc Kitchen
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Ben Cooper Duo Live at Heart and Crown

Thu, Jul 19 - 09:00 PM

Ben Cooper is considered one of Ottawa's finest singers/songwriters, and has been compared to...

Heart and Crown
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Glow Jam - Old School Hip Hop

Fri, Jul 20 - 08:00 PM

Get your weekend started with a party-inspired yoga class under a blacklight featuring all your...

Yoga Town
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A Night With the Moths

Fri, Jul 20 - 08:00 PM

Come to the Arboretum to discover the nightlife of moths!

Black lights will be set-up and...

Experimental Farm
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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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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
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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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Caitlin Gagnon and Geneviève Duguay Caitlin Gagnon and Geneviève Duguay “We’ve both been in the beauty industry for a long time. After working together in some high end salons, we decided... 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
Joe Calabro Joe Calabro “Pasticceria Gelateria Italiana opened in May 1979; a small family run business. No one could have known how successful we... Read their story