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Crafts and Drafts Market Series

Sat, Aug 24 - 11:00 AM

Sip craft beer by BTP + shop local makers, eat food and treats, listen to live music and DJ...

Beyond the Pale (in front of the brewery)
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Porchfest

Sat, Sep 07 - 01:00 PM

Ottawa Porchfest is a FREE community based arts festival that allows local artists to entertain...

Everywhere - check out the online map
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Toolfest

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Ottawa’s Biggest and Best Tool Show

Preston Hardware's Toolfest 2019 is right around the...

Sala San Marco
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BYOW: Bring your own wine Tuesdays!

Jan 01 - Aug 31

La Roma offers BYOW bring your own wine every Tuesday and NO corkage fee (1 -750ml bottle for...

La Roma
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Friday Jams at La Roma

Mar 01 - Aug 31

Live music every Friday from 6pm-9pm with a variety of musicians specializing in jazz, blues,...

La Roma
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Museum of the Moon

Jun 28 - Oct 25

 “It is a beautiful and delightful sight to behold the body of the Moon.” 

– Galileo...

Canadian Museum of Nature,
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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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