ComicCon, snow and hockey: What’s happening in Ottawa this weekend?
Posted Jan 24, 2025 12:03:23 PM.
Last Updated Jan 24, 2025 12:03:33 PM.
It is set to be a busy weekend in the nation’s capital as people can freely go outside with less than three layers on and the full length of the Rideau Canal open.
As always, there are lots of vendor markets, hockey to be seen and things to do outside in Ottawa. The weather is supposed to be full of flurries and the temperatures hovering around -20 in the mornings and rising to the mid-teens by the afternoon, according to Environment Canada.
Big events
Tour of the Setting Sum: Rock band Sum 41 will be in Ottawa on Friday at the CT Centre for the last-ever headlining world tour. They will hit the stage at 6:50 p.m. Tickets are still available.
ComicCon: At the EY Centre, Ottawa’s favourite characters from pop culture, movies and books have returned. The winter edition of the event has free admission and is running both Saturday and Sunday.
Capital Wedding Show: Newly engaged couples or curious spectators can flock to the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre (200 Coventry Rd.) to see vendors for their upcoming big day or just for something to do. Running both Jan. 25 and 26. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. and tickets are still available.
F2F Tour Weekend: Promising “thrilling” gaming to view, this event is the regional championships of Magic: The Gathering and new tournaments of Disney Lorcana, Star Wars Unlimited and One Piece. Hosted across the bridge in Gatineau (50 Blvd. Maisonneuve) until Sunday.
Ottawa Home and Remodelling Show: On until Jan. 26, the showcase could give hopeful project starters ideas for how to create the space they’ve always wanted. Held at the EY Centre with tickets still available.
Outside winter activities
Guided snowshoeing: For those ready to traverse the forest and track down animals, Gatineau Park is offering a guided snowshoe hike along Trail 60. It will focus on the strategies animals have to survive the winters and which tracks are from what animals. Snowshoes are provided for free by the park and people can meet at the visitor centre (33 Scott Rd.) at 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. Book ahead of time, the park asks.
Rideau Canal: An Ottawa classic. The full length of the world’s largest skating rink is open to visitors with rentals available. Ice conditions are “very good.”
Trails for walking or skiing: Close to 100 kilometres of winter-groomed trails are available in partnership with the Urban Winter Trails Alliance and community volunteers. Some include the newly expanded Rideau Winter Trail, Kichi Sibi Winter Trail, Orleans Ski Club and more.
Skating rinks: Over 200 local rinks can be found across communities in Ottawa. The Museum Skating Rink, Lansdowne Skating Court and Rink of Dreams are also available. More skating trails can also be found in and around the capital.
Hockey
Siren Series: TD Place will play host to the battle of Ottawa fire vs. Ottawa police after the 67’s take on the Kingston Frontenacs at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Lots of activities can be found in and out of the arena before the game and Sparky will be roaming to greet everyone. Firefighters and officers will face-off for the Siren Series Trophy.
The Senators: The home-town heroes are facing the Toronto Maple Leafs at the CT Centre on Saturday.
The Charge: The women will take the stage on Monday night at TD Place against the New York Sirens.
