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Head’s Up: This is the last Saturday to visit the Ottawa Christmas Market for the season!
🎄 The Main Event: Ottawa Christmas Market
Lansdowne Park (Aberdeen Square): Open 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Admission: Free.
Highlights: The market is in full swing for its final weekend. Enjoy the lights, window shopping at the cabins, and live music on the Casino Lac-Leamy stage.
Skating: The skating court next to the market is open (free) and music is usually playing all day.
🏛️ Museums (Free for Youth 17 & Under)
The Canada Strong Pass is active!
Deal: Free admission for ages 0–17; 50% off for ages 18–24.
Where to go tomorrow:
Canadian Museum of Nature: Open 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM. (Great for sunny days as the Queens' Lantern is beautiful).
Canada Science and Technology Museum: Open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. (Best for burning off energy).
Canadian War Museum: Open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
✨ Light Walks & Drives
Winter Lights Across Canada: The loop is fully lit. Since tomorrow is sunny, a twilight walk (around 4:30 PM) starting at Confederation Park is perfect before it gets too cold.
Brockville River of Lights (Approx. 1 hr drive): A completely free light & sound show on Blockhouse Island.
How it works: Drive onto the "island", park, and tune your car radio to the specific FM frequency. The lights dance to the music in your car. Runs 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM nightly.
Taffy Lane (Orléans): The resident displays are fully active.
⛸️ Skating (Refrigerated Rinks)
Rink of Dreams (City Hall): Open 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Lansdowne Skating Court: Open 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Note: The Rideau Canal is Closed (needs more consecutive freezing nights).
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☀️ Weather & Parent Tips: Dec 27
Forecast:
Condition: ☀️ Sunny (A beautiful, crisp winter day!)
Temp: High of -11°C (Wind chill near -18°C).
Precipitation: 0% chance of snow during the day.
Tips:
Sunglasses are Key: The sun reflecting off the snow will be bright tomorrow. Don't forget shades for the kids if you are skating.
Market Strategy: Since it's the last Saturday of the Christmas Market, it will be busy in the evening. Go between 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM if you want to skate without crowds.
Warm-Up Spots: If you are at the Rink of Dreams, the Ottawa City Hall lobby is open to warm up. If you are at Lansdowne, the Aberdeen Pavilion is usually open for market visitors.
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