Things to do in Ottawa during the March Break

The Ottawa sign in the ByWard Market on Jan. 2. (Josh Pringle/CTV News Ottawa)

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa during the March Break.

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Ottawa Senators

The Ottawa Senators will play at the Canadian Tire Centre three times during the March Break.

On Saturday, the Senators host the New York Rangers at 12:30 p.m. It’s the Kids Take Over Game, with the first 5,000 kids receiving a Senators backpack.

On Monday, the Senators face the Detroit Red Wings at 7:30 p.m. Monday is the Women in Sports Night at the Canadian Tire Centre.

On Thursday, the Boston Bruins visit Ottawa for a 7 p.m. game. It’s the Throwback Thursday game, with special prices on concessions, live music and more.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Ottawa 67’s

The Ottawa 67’s play at the Arena at TD Place three times over the March Break.

On Saturday, the 67’s host the Peterborough Petes for a 3 p.m. game.

On Friday, March 14, the 67’s face the Oshawa Generals at 7 p.m.

On March 16, the Kingston Frontenacs visit Ottawa for a 2 p.m. game.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Ottawa Charge

See the Ottawa Charge twice at TD Place over the March Break.

On March 11, the Charge hosts the Minnesota Frost for a 2 p.m. game.

On March 15, Boston visits Ottawa for a 2 p.m. game.

For tickets, visit www.thepwhl.com.

Ottawa Black Bears

The Ottawa Black Bears host the Rochester Knighthawks on Saturday, March 15.

Game time is 3:30 p.m. at the Canadian Tire Centre.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Our Lady Peace

Our Lady Peace celebrates its 30th anniversary with a stop in Ottawa on Friday night.

See the OLP30 Tour at the Canadian Tire Centre.

Our Lady Peace will be joined by Collective Soul and Wintersleep.

Gatineau-Ottawa Bicycle Show

Get ready for spring at the Gatineau-Ottawa Bicycle Show this weekend at the Palais des Congres in Gatineau.

The show features bicycles, clothing, accessories, trips and an indoor test track.

The show runs March 7 to 9.

Gladstone Presents! A wintertime music festival

An eclectic week-long indoor music festival featuring the best of local musicians at the Gladstone Theatre.

This eclectic festival offers a genre-bending mix of styles, from roots to rap and everything in between, from emerging songwriters to your favourite established headliners.

The festival runs from March 9 to 15.

Endo Awareness Month – Charity Show

Kick off Endometriosis Awareness Month and celebrate International Women’s Day with an unforgettable night of music and purpose on Friday night.

The Endometriosis Awareness Month Charity Show is at the Rainbow Bistro on Murray Street. Enjoy performances by 4DAYWKND and Charlie Elder.

“Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to The Endometriosis Network Canada. Your support will help champion awareness and promote education about this important cause that affects an estimated two million Canadians,” organizers say.

For tickets, visit https://therainbow.ca/event/5880784/706797911/ippssa-x-4dayweeknd-x-frc-x-tenc-endo-awareness-month-charity-show .

National Arts Centre

Here’s a look at events happening at the National Arts Centre over March Break.

• March 7: Basia Bulat with Mia Kelly
• March 7: Etienne Fletcher
• March 8: Samay Raina
• March 9: Music for a Sunday Afternoon: Winter Edition
• March 11: Toddler Tuesdays (free)
• March 11: SoulRhythms (free)
• March 12: Kodo – One Earth Tour 2025: Warabe
• March 13: Les Hay Babies
• March 13: Grand Corps Malade: On Tour
• March 14: Cadence Weapon
• March 15: Ottawa Jazz Orchestra

Ottawa Little Theatre

See The Shawshank Redemption at the Ottawa Little Theatre until March 15.

“Based on the novella by Stephen King, and immortalized in one of the all-time great films, this story of resilience is brilliantly brought to the stage,” says the Ottawa Little Theatre website.

For tickets, visit www.ottawalittletheatre.com.

Family Fun at Stanley’s Sugarbush

Sugarbush season is underway at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm.

Learn how maple syrup is made in the 150-year-old sugar shack, enjoy a pancake house breakfast and more.

For more information and tickets, visit www.stanleysfarm.com.

Fulton’s Sugar Bush and Maple Shop

Visit the sugar bush at Fulton’s Farm in Pakenham.

Fulton’s is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, visit https://fultons.ca/.

Vanier Sugar Shack

Visit the Vanier Sugar Shack, Canada’s only urban sugar shack.

Admission to the sugar shack is on a first come, first serve basis.

For more information, visit https://museoparc.ca/vanier-sugar-shack/.

The Log Farm

The Log Farm is open for sugar bush season.

Take a wagon ride out to the sugar bush to see how maple syrup is made, then take a walk through the trails of the sugar maples.

For tickets and information, visit https://thelogfarm.com/sugar-bush-2017/.

Proulx Farm

Sugar bush season is underway at Proulx Farm in Cumberland.

Checkout the outdoor activities and enjoy the pancake house.

For more information, visit https://proulxfarm.com/maple-fest/.

613flea

613flea returns to the Aberdeen Pavilion on Saturday.

Visit the 150 vendors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Lansdowne Farmers Market

The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday.

Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Outdoor skating rinks

You can go for a skate, weather permitting, on City of Ottawa outdoor rinks.

• Rink of Dreams at Ottawa City Hall
• Lansdowne Park skating court
• Jim Tubman Chevrolet Rink at Canterbury
• Ben Franklin Place skating rink

Museums

Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario:

• Canadian Museum of Nature
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
• Canada Science and Technology Museum
• Canada Aviation and Space Museum
• Canadian War Museum
• Canadian Museum of History
• National Gallery of Canada
• Ottawa Art Gallery

Canada Aviation and Space Museum

Enjoy an out-of-this world March Break at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum.

Activities include Drones 101, the Creating Craters activity and space pop-up cards.

The activities are included with admission to the museum. March Break at the museum runs until March 16.

Canada Agriculture and Food Museum

Spring into fun over the March Break at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum.

The museum is hosting fun-filled activities for the whole family, including daily demonstrations to meet the animals, explore the wonders of maple syrup in the demonstration kitchen and discover the versatility of eggs.

Activities are included with admission. March Break at the museum runs until March 16.

Canada Science and Technology Museum

Spark your curiosity over the March Break at the Canada Science and Technology Museum.

Explore a variety of fun experiments and activities, including the giant cardboard play area, thrilling demonstrations, including explosive experiments, and meet special guests showcasing fascinating projects.

Activities are included with admission. March Break at the museum runs until March 16.

March Break at the Canada War Museum

The Canadian War Museum invites you to spend March Break ‘Naval Gazing.”

Create stunning camouflage in the lobby of the museum. You can also enjoy public tours and the Intro to Canada and the First World War exhibit.

Bank of Canada Museum

Celebrate March Break at the Bank of Canada Museum.

Drop in for free family activities and crafts about counterfeiting and learn how the bank notes are designed.

For more information, visit www.bankofcanadamuseum.ca.

March Break at the Diefenbunker

Descend into history and immerse yourself in stories from the past over the March Break at the Diefenbunker.

Canada’s Cold War Museum invites you to explore the four-storey underground bunker.

Most activities are included with general admission. The March Break fun runs until March 16.

Parliament of Canada Tours

Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block.

For tickets and tour times, visit https://rts.parl.ca/.

Parliament: The Immersive Experience

Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this new innovative experience.

Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019.

The self-guided tour is 45 minutes.

Tickets are available at no cost at visit parl.ca.