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A MOTHER’S DAY ON PRESTON STREET

Mar 31 - May 14

Create lasting Memories with Mom this May. Book your Mother’s Day brunch, lunch, and dinner at...

Preston Street
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Jackson Miles Duo Live

Thu, Apr 26 - 09:00 PM

Get on down to the Heart & Crown and catch a fantastic performance put on by local Ottawa...

Heart & Crown Preston
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Exhibit: Canadiana – Selections from the Art Bank Collection

Fri, May 11 - 05:00 PM

This event is the SPAO Centre's official Gallery Launch and inaugural Canadiana exhibition. As...

School of the Photographic Arts: Ottawa (SPAO)
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Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch

Sun, May 13 - 10:00 AM

Join us for our annual Spectacular Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet with over 40 food options to...

Sala San Marco
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POPULAR SOMEWHERE BAND LIVE

Apr 27 - Apr 28

Head on down to the Heart & Crown Preston on Friday/Saturday night and check out the members of...

Heart & Crown Preston
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Headliner Arthur Simeon w/ MC Toby Muresianu

Apr 24 - Apr 29

Shows at @ 8:00PM, 8:30PM, 10:30PM. Tickets available online.
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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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