Winterlude / Bal de Neige
24 - 20ϊ, 2005
National Capital Region
Tel: 1-800-465-1867 or (613) 239-5000
Web Site: www.canadascapital.gc.ca |
Every February, Canada's Capital Region is host to Winterlude,
North America's greatest winter festival. Three fun-filled weekends of
excitement and activity await the whole family! From spectacular ice carvings
to an amazing playground made of snow, Winterlude is a great way to take
in the best of our Canadian winter.
Skate the Rideau Canal, the world's longest skating rink!
Marvel at the spectacular ice and snow sculptures.
Visit Snowflake Kingdom, the world's biggest snow playground in Jacques
Cartier Park in Hull.
Winterlude goes international! Come experience the Crossroads of Nations
at the Festival Plaza.
Gigantic snow sculptures and ice-carvings, live shows and workshops will
bring the cultural richness of guest countries to life.
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Canadian Ski Marathon
Q 12 - 13ϊ, 2005
Tel: (819) 770-6556
Fax (819) 770-7428
Web Site: www.csm-mcs.com
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Challenge Canada's winter! If you love the outdoors, you owe it to
yourself to experience the ultimate winter event - the Canadian Ski Marathon
(CSM), held every second weekend in February. The world's longest cross-country
ski tour is a skier's paradise and offers some of the best wilderness
trails anywhere. It attracts over 2000 skiers, ages 4 to 86, from novice
to expert. The annual two-day event features ten sections that span 160km
of tranquility and beauty through the Quebec countryside, from Buckingham
to Montebello to Lachute. It can be two days of easygoing skiing on pristine
trails or it can be the adventure of a lifetime. Ski as little as 12km
or as much as 160km, you set the pace. For more information and to see
a video clip of the event, visit our website. The CSM is a tradition to
call your own!
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Keskinada Loppet
Q13 - 15ϊ, 2004
Gatineau Park
Tel: (819) 595-0114
Web Site: www.keskinada.com |
Canada's biggest cross-country ski event! Events include the 50 km classic
and freestyle races, the 25 km classic and freestyle races, the 5 km classic,
the 10 km freestyle and the popular 2 km Mini-Keski for children. The Keskinada
also re-introduces the fast-paced Sprints event in the ByWard Market, presented
by Sirius Consulting Group. Register for races and learn more about the
Keskinada Loppet at www.keskinada.com |
Canadian Tulip Festival
T 6 - 24ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 567-5757
Fax: (613) 567-6216
Web Site: www.tulipfestival.ca |
Millions of tulips will blossom in May in Canada's scenic Capital Region,
North America's Tulip Capital, creating an exotic mosaic of colour and beauty
along the Tulip Route. The 2004 edition of the Canadian Tulip Festival will
Celebrate Canadafs Tulip Experience and our near 60-year affair with the
Tulip. In 2004, the 15 km Tulip Route which runs through both cities of
Ottawa and Gatineau will feature 4 Official Festival Sites, 15 Attraction
Sites and 3 Partner Sites, which include everything from our world class
museums and attractions to shopping areas with a Tulip Shuttle each weekend |
National Capital Race Weekend
T 28 - 30ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 234-2221
Fax: (613) 567-6216
Web Site: http://www.ncm.ca |
We feature events for every member of the Family. You can run, walk, in-line
skate or come out and spectate.
Events include the Marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and 2K runs.
The race course travels along the historic Rideau Canal. |
Italian Week
Preston Street
U 11 - 20ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 567-4532 / 231-2815 |
The Corso Italia (Preston Street) is THE place to be for all the music,
food, pageantry, art and opera that is Italy.
Year 2004 will mark the 30th Anniversary of Ottawa's Italian Week festival.
Bring the whole family and enjoy Ottawa's rich Italian heritage.
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Festival Franco-Ontarien
U 17 - 26ϊ, 2004
Ottawa, Ontario
Tel: (613) 755-2553
Fax: (613) 789-3562
Web Site: www.ffo.ca
Email: info@ffo.ca |
Hugely entertaining, the Festival franco-ontarien kicks off every summer
in the nationfs capital with plenty of thrills and chills. Since 1976, it
has grown into a must-attend, fun-filled experience for the whole family.
Evenings, thousands of cheering fans gather to enjoy star-studded concerts.
In the daytime, kids are magically swept away by song and play led by
top children performers. Come and savour French culture in all its dimensions.
See the stars and discover French Ontariofs home-grown talents and those
emerging from Africa, Europe, Quebec and Acadia.
Festival franco-ontarien: Join in the fun! |
Carnival of Cultures
Outdoor Astrolabe Theatre
U 17 - 20ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 239-5000
Web Site: www.carnivalofcultures.ca |
A summer kaleidoscope of cultures featuring music, song and dance from
around the world at the picturesque outdoor Astrolabe Theatre.
Non-stop international entertainment spotlighting unique and exotic artists
from abroad.
Dynamic performances by Ottawa's top folkloric dancers, singers and musicians.
Sample treasures from around the world in the heart of Ottawa. |
Capital City Beer Festival
U 10 - 12ϊ, 2004
Tel: (416) 635-9889 x25
Web Site: www.beerfestivals.ca |
With over 30 Breweries and more than 100 brands of beer The Capital City
Beer Festival is one event that Ottawa Residents and Tourists alike cannot
afford to miss! Moreover, the Festival features live music all day, everyday,
informative educational seminars and gourmet fare.
Tickets will be available at selected Beer Stores in the Ottawa region
and online at www.beerfestivals.ca. Included with the admission, patrons
receive a commemorative tasting cup, souvenir program and 10 sampling
tickets.
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Ottawa Fringe Festival
U 17 - 27ϊ, 2004
Arts Court, University of Ottawa Theatre Dept.
Tel: (613) 232-6162
Fax: (613) 569-7660
E-Mail: fringe@ottawafringe.com |
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Ottawa Dragon Boat Race Festival
U 26 - 27ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 238-7711
Website: http://www.dragonboat.net |
Ottawa Dragon Boat Race Festival
June 26 - 27, 2004
Tel: (613) 238-7711
Website: http://www.dragonboat.net |
Ottawa International Jazz Festival
U 24 - V4ϊ 2004
Confederation Park
Tel: (613) 241-2633
Fax: (613) 241-5774
Website: http://www.ottawajazzfestival.com |
The Ottawa International Jazz Festival is one of the National Capital
Region's premiere music events. In July, the finest jazz musicians in the
world perform in intimate studio spaces and in open air venues where thousands
enjoy world class jazz. |
Canada Day
VPϊ
Parliament Hill, Major's Hill Park
and Jacques Cartier Park in Hull
Tel: 1-800-465-1867 or (613) 239-5000
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Canada's Capital Region celebrates our national holiday with shows, street
performers and concerts!
Join us on Parliament Hill where some of Canada's best artists perform
for the entire country.
The whole family can share in the excitement of the festivities at sites
around the Capital Region including Major's Hill Park and Jacques Cartier
Park in Hull. |
Cisco Systems Bluesfest
V 9 - 18ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 247-1188
Fax: (613) 247-2220
Website: http://www.ottawa-bluesfest.ca |
Canada's Biggest Blues Festival presents an outstanding array of the finest
blues musicians over two weekends in a spectacular outdoor setting in downtown
Ottawa.
Two weekends packed with Blues music!
Hotel Blues Packages including accommodation and festival admission.
Gospel Tent, Acoustic Tent, and the main stage
Enter our contest to win tickets to this years festival! |
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Canada dance festival
U3-12ϊ
(613)947-7000(ext870)
www.canadadance.ca |
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Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival
V 24ϊ - W 7ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 234-8008
Web Site: www.chamberfest.com |
Each summer, thousands of music lovers travel from across Canada and around
the world to attend the largest chamber music festival in the world. The
11th Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival will present 110 concerts
from July 24 to August 7, 2004. Over 250 of the top chamber musicians from
Canada and the international scene will perform in acoustically perfect
heritage churches. Passes are $50 (Canadian) for adults and $25 for students
and permit listeners to attend most of the concerts. Discover more at www.chamberfest.com. |
Caribe-Expo
Ottawa Caribbean festival
W7-15ϊ
(613)729-1408
www.caribe-expo.com |
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Central Canada Exhibition
W 19 - 29ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 237-7222
Website: http://www.the-ex.com |
It's a scream - ten days of wholesome family entertainment at a great
price!
Exciting Midway featuring over 60 rides including a roller coaster
Free CONCERT SERIES
Plenty of FREE interactive exhibits and entertainment throughout the grounds
and buildings featuring the Bauer Daredevil Show!
Group picnics available.
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Ottawa Greek Summer Festival
W 12 - 22ϊ, 2004
1315 Prince of Wales Dr.
(between Baseline & Merivale)
Tel: (613) 225-8016
Fax: (613) 225-8545
E-mail: festival@helleniccommunity.com
Website: http://www.ottawagreekfest.com |
Ottawa Greek Summer Festival
August 12 - 22, 2004
1315 Prince of Wales Dr.
(between Baseline & Merivale)
Tel: (613) 225-8016
Fax: (613) 225-8545
E-mail: festival@helleniccommunity.com
Website: http://www.ottawagreekfest.com |
CKCU Ottawa Folk Festival
W 26 - 29ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 230-8234
Fax: (613) 230-7887
Web Site: http://www.ottawafolk.org |
The annual festival celebrates Canada's rich folk tradition with music,
dance, storytelling and crafts.
Evening concerts featuring North Americas finest acoustic musicians.
Over 150 performers on six stages Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Children's concerts and family activity area. |
Ottawa Lumiere Festival
W 28, 2004
Tel: (613)745-2742
Fax: (613) 745-4153
Email: cccc@bellnet.ca
Website: www.lumiereottawa.com |
The Lumiere Festival is an enchanting evening event that brings together
professional artists and performers with community members to celebrate
the beauty and magic of light and lanterns.
On August 28th, Stanley Park will be lined with enchanting lantern sculptures
created by professional artists and a variety of performers ? dancers,
musicians, stilt walkers and story tellers will add to the magical atmosphere.
Musical bands lead the way along the waterfs edge, and participants carry
handmade paper lanterns that they have created at a Lumiere lantern workshop
or purchased at the Festival. Dressed in midsummer eve costume - fairies,
pixies, dragons and elves - children proudly carry their own lanterns
as their fairy wings bump behind them.
In the water The Rideau River Swanboat Fisher fishes for luminous fish
and canoes float by with their own brightly lit lanterns. Fairy dancers
weave in and out of trees and a fire demonstrator shoots flames high into
the night sky. The lantern labyrinth, made of hundreds of small lanterns,
shines enticingly and the wishing tree glows beautifully with the colourful
wishes people have attached to its branches.
As the light begins to dim, hundreds of lantern lights flicker and Stanley
Park will be under the spell of the enchanting magic of the Lumiere Festival!
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Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival
X 3 - 6ϊ, 2004
Tel: (819) 243-2331 or 1 800 668-8383
Be part of Canada's largest balloonfest! |
With 150 hot air balloons from eight countries.
200 shows and activities, 40 fairground rides and a MEGA-fireworks display.
Everyone in the family will enjoy a great weekend filled with color!
Buy a four-day passport bracelet for the 15th Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival!
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Ottawa International Animation Festival
X 22 - 26ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 232-8769
Website: www.awn.com/ottawa |
One of the largest festivals of its kind, OIAF attracts over 1000 animators,
producers, distributors, industry leaders, cultural representatives, students
and animation fans from around the world. A rare chance for the general
public to come and see the best new animation from around the world in the
company of the filmmakers, including many Academy Award winners! |
Ottawa International Writers Festival
X 30ϊ -PO9ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 562-1243
Website: www.writersfest.com |
Canada's festival of ideas. An interactive celebration of the word in
all its forms including fiction, poetry, non-fiction, song writing, screen
writing and play writing. |
Urban Music Festival
X
Tel: (613) 564-1771
Website: www.urbanmusicfestival.com |
Canadian Urban Music Festival provides a forum in which urban music and
culture is on display. A wide range of activities associated with the festival
draw upon many cultural influences, including African, North and South American,
North and South Asian and European. Urbanfest's main objective is to promote
urban culture and diversity in Canada, while fostering an atmosphere of
artistic creativity and unforgettable entertainment. Follow the drumming
to the largest Urban Music Festival in Canada. |
Fall Rhapsody
PO 2 - 17ϊ, 2004
Tel: (819) 827-2020 or 1 800 465-1867
Website: http://www.capcan.ca |
in Canada's Capital Region celebrate autumn's harvest of colour with Fall
Rhapsody.
You'll find workshops, guided tours, nature interpretation programs and
many outdoor activities in Gatineau Park. There are plenty of activities
for children as well: shows, crafts and exciting games will help them
enjoy the season with all its marvelous colours.
Neighbouring municipalities will celebrate autumn with arts and crafts
exhibits and activities for the whole family. |
Capital Music Conference
PP 5-7
(613)860-0050
www.capitalmusicconference.com
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Lebanorama
PP 12 - 14ϊ, 2004
Tel: (613) 742-6952
Rideau High School Auditorium
815 St. Laurent Blvd.
Website: www.al-arz.ca |
A weekend celebration of Ottawa's Lebanese and mainstream performing arts
and artists.
Continuous showcase of Lebanese folk & contemporary music, song and
dance, in an intimate setting.
Inspiring art exhibit featuring Lebanese painters, sculptors and lithographers.
Full-length films and documentaries.
Delicious Lebanese cuisine and mouthwatering pastries. |
Christmas Lights Across Canada
PQ 2 -P9ϊ, 2005
Tel: 1-800-465-1867 or (613) 239-5000
Website: http://www.capcan.ca |
aunched in 1985 by the National Capital Commission (NCC), Christmas Lights
Across Canada is one of a host of unique programs which was created to liven
up the winter months. Originally only Parliament Hill was illuminated, but
the program has grown to include 16 NCC sites and over 51 other sites along
Confederation Boulevard.
Thanks to the support of its many partners in the Capital Region and in
the provincial and territorial capitals, Christmas Lights Across Canada
has created a tradition of collaboration and goodwill among all Canadians.
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Canada Cup East
PQ 15-19ϊ
(613)234-4119
http://canadacupeast.curing.ca |
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Ottawa International Hochey Festival
P 5-9ϊ
(613)239-500
www.oihf.net |
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