It’s the July long weekend for most of Canada and while some families will be looking to find Canada Day celebrations this weekend, others may want some different activities to do together.
I have a few ideas for Ottawa families who are looking to kick off the summer and enjoy the long weekend in a different way! These three activities and events look like a lot of fun!
Saunders Farm
Yes, you’ll want to go to Saunders Farm in the summer, not just for the haunting season! This Sunday on July 2 you can get a Buy One Get One Ticket! Purchase your Summer Maze Days ticket online, and show it at the gate to bring a guest!
Details are on their Instagram (but my hot tip: Sign up for the newsletter!)
*this photo was taken when we went in 2021
Indigenous Outdoor Market
On July 2nd , from 10 am until 4 pm, shop the Indigenous Outdoor Market! It’s organized by and taking place beside Maker House (a local ottawa shop that I love purchasing from!)
From their website:
Celebrate the end of Indigenous History Month with this fun event near the store! Support talented Indigenous Makers from across Turtle Island. Shop their unique wares, hear our Keynote Speaker and listen to some live music!
– makerhouse.comGet more details on their Facebook page!
Nature Museum
The Canadian Museum of Nature has several exhibits that families will love. The OWLS are back (yay!) and there’s also one all about Wolves. Or take in the Ocean Wise Sea Dome 4D cinematic immersion experience to go under the sea and learn about climate change, ocean health and more. It’s done in a planetarium style format. But you don’t want to wait for this one! While the Owls and the Wolves will be sticking around until 2024, the Ocean Wise event is only here until July 4!
Tip: The Museum has FREE entry on July 1!
