Things to do in Ottawa: April 24-26

Front entrance of the Canadian Tire Centre during Game 1 of Ottawa Senators NHL Playoff hockey vs. Carolina Hurricanes on April 18, 2026. (CTV News Ottawa)

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa this weekend.

Ottawa Senators

The Ottawa Senators host the Carolina Hurricanes Saturday afternoon in Game 4 of their first round NHL playoff series.

Game time is 3 p.m. at Canadian Tire Centre.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Ottawa Charge

The Ottawa Charge wrap up the PWHL regular season Saturday afternoon at the Arena at TD Place.

Game time is 2 p.m.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Atletico Ottawa

Atletico Ottawa hosts Vancouver FC Sunday afternoon at TD Place.

It’s the home opener for the defending Canadian Premier League champions.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Stars on Ice

Stars on Ice takes over Canadian Tire Centre on Sunday.

See figure skating legend Elvis Stojko, along with Canadian figure skating champions Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud, Kaetlyn Osmond and Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier.

The show begins at 4 p.m.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Spring Craft Market

Don’t miss the Spring Craft Market – Mother’s Day edition at the National Arts Centre.

Shop a selection of handmade goods, makers, producers and artists from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

National Arts Centre

Here is a look at what is happening at the National Arts Centre this weekend.

• Friday-Saturday: The National Ballet of Canada presents Procession at Southam Hall
• Friday: Agamemnon in the Ring at the Babs Asper Theatre
• Friday: The Great Canadian Comedy Caravan Tour at the Azrieli Studio
• Friday: Koze at the Fourth Stage
• Saturday: Louis-Jean Cormier at the Azrieli Studio
• Saturday: Battle of Santiago at the Fourth Stage

Events happening in Ottawa

• Friday-Saturday: SOS – the ABBA Experience at the Shenkman Arts Centre
• Friday: Steven Ho at the Bronson Centre
• Friday: Andy Kim and Dan Hill at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe
• Friday: Old Dominion at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Friday: Wry and Ginger at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Friday: Belladona – Tribute to Women of Rock at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Saturday: 6ixsters Drag Extravaganza at the Bronson Centre
• Saturday: Kalashree Anubhuti at the Richcraft Theatre
• Saturday: Sačuvajmo Naše: A Showcase of Croatian Folklore at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe
• Saturday: Ottawa Beatlemania at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe
• Saturday: Jayla Kirkey Duo at at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Saturday: Electric Company – Disco and Funk at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Sunday: Newfoundland Songbook at the Shenkman Arts Centre

Ottawa Grassroots Festival

The Ottawa Grassroots Festival runs until Sunday at the First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa.

There are shows all weekend, including Irish Millie and Meredith Moon on Saturday and an open mic on Sunday.

For more information, visit ottawagrassrootsfestival.com.

Orléans PoutineFest

It’s a celebration of curds and fries this weekend at the Orléans Poutinefest.

Enjoy the world of poutine at 255 Centrum Boulevard Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Outdoor and Adventure Travel Show

Plan your next adventure at the Outdoor and Adventure Travel Show this weekend at the Nepean Sportsplex.

Check out camping, paddling, hiking and adventure travel gear Saturday and Sunday.

Spring Fling of Manotick

It’s a day of performances, activities and festive spring promotions at Manotick’s local businesses.

The Spring Fling of Manotick is Saturday across the village.

Lansdowne Farmers Market

The Lansdowne Farmers’ Market winter market is Sunday at Lansdowne.

Join over 75 vendors inside the Aberdeen Pavilion every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Museums

Visit each museum’s website for details.

• 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
• The Bytown Museum
• The Diefenbunker

Things to do in Kingston

• Friday: Stones in My Shoes II at the Kingston Grand Theatre
• Friday: Women Fully Clothed at the Kingston Grand Theatre
• Saturday: Dreamer at the Kingston Grand Theatre
• Sunday: MW7 - Mahler 5 at the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts

Things to do in Brockville

• Friday-Sunday: Spring Home and Trade Show at the Leo Boivin Community Centre
• Friday: Piano Men at the Brockville Arts Centre
• Saturday: Newfoundland Songbook at the Brockville Arts Centre

Things to do in Cornwall

• Saturday-Sunday: CAPE at the Benson Centre
• Saturday: St. Lawrence Marathon at the St. Lawrence College

Northern Premier Hockey League

The Northern Premier Hockey League’s Outlaw Championship kicks off this weekend.

The championship runs until May 2 at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre.

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