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Free Family Events in Ottawa October 6 - 12, 2025
This week's free events.

A child may forget what you taught them, but they will never forget how you made them feel.
β€οΈ GIVEAWAY ALERT: 4 Weeks of Free Books! π by our local author Basilia Vasileios
Ottawa Parents, we are thrilled to kick off 4 weeks of book giveaways! That's right - every Friday for the next month, we will be announcing a new winner! Each book is generously provided by our wonderful local author, Basilia Vasileios, to bring a little extra fun and creativity to your family's week.
β¨ How to Enter:To win this week's book, you need to complete these four simple steps:
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π Extra Entries:
Tag your fellow Ottawa parents in the comments below! Each unique parent you tag in a separate comment counts as one extra entry into the draw.
Good luck, Ottawa Parents! π
Monday, October 6
SoulRhythms at 7pmπ1 Elgin Street Ottawa
Tuesday, October 7
Toddler Tuesdays at 10am π1 Elgin Street Ottawa
Downtown lunchtime concert 12pm-1:30pm π190 Sparks Street (The Shed)
Wednesday, October 8
Parent and Tot Drop In at 9:30am π2 Stonehaven Drive
In-person Playgroup 0-6 yo at 1:30pm πCentrepointe Child Care Services
Thursday, October 9
Downtown lunchtime concert 12pm-1:30pm π190 Sparks Street (The Shed)
Free Thursday Nights 5-8pm πthe National Gallery of Canada
Friday, October 10
WEEKEND, October 11-12
From May to October, the NCC periodically offers car-free parkways for active use in Ottawa. NCC Weekend Bikedays are a great way to rediscover the Capital

To view the current schedule and filter events by age, date, or specific branch location, visit the official OPL Programs and Events page:
If youβd like to sponsor one of our upcoming emails or share your family-friendly event, feel free to reach out - weβd love to hear from you - [email protected]
π Bonus Gift Just for You!
Between all the fun festivals, splash pad stops, and park playdates... why not wind down with something creative at home? ποΈ
Weβre giving you FREE printable coloring pages - designed by local author Basilia - perfect for rainy days, road trips, or quiet time between summer adventures, all coloring levels.
π Click here to download and let the coloring fun begin!