It's a huge weekend in Ottawa with the start of March Break and plenty of chances to get outside for some maple tapping fun! We've got NHL action, a Pi Day math party, and tons of family-friendly attractions open for the school break.
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Pi Day
Mathnasium Locations
Free pizza and math fun this Saturday for Pi Day!
Canadian Museum of Nature March Break
Canadian Museum of Nature
Explore butterflies and make prehistoric creatures on Sunday.
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum March Break
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
See newborn lambs and kids on Sunday for a farm favourite.
· March 14
8: Take the family out to cheer on the Ottawa Senators as they face off against the Anaheim Ducks this Saturday afternoon. This is a classic Ottawa outing for hockey fans of all ages.It's a great Saturday afternoon game perfect for the start of March Break weekend.
: For families with older kids and teens, check out this extreme sports event featuring freestyle motocross riders doing death-defying tricks. It’s high-octane action happening Saturday afternoon.Provides high-energy entertainment that appeals particularly to teens.
PI DAYFREE : Celebrate the famous number 3.14 by heading to a participating Mathnasium for free pizza, giveaways, and math-themed learning stations. A great free drop-in activity if you are near a location.It's a fun, free way to engage kids with math right on March 14th.
: Head out to Stanley's Farm to experience traditional maple syrup making, complete with taffy on a snow treat. They have walking and snowshoeing trails available too.This is a quintessential Ontario March Break activity, and Saturday is a perfect day to go.
: The museum is celebrating space travel this break with hands-on Moon displays, gravity demos, and a scavenger hunt. Since this runs the whole week, Saturday is a great time to visit.It covers the opening day of March Break with space/STEM themes which are great for kids.
: The Science and Tech Museum has plenty of hands-on activities planned for March Break, including demonstrations and a giant cardboard play area. Make Saturday educational and fun.Guaranteed indoor fun with dynamic science exhibits available right at the start of the break.
: Proulx Farm is hosting their Maple Fest all week, meaning Saturday is a perfect time to visit for pancake house fun, outdoor loops for walking/skiing, and a petting zoo.It's a major Maple Break event running all weekend with lots of varied activities.
FREE : Experience Canada's only urban sugar shack! Entry is free, making this a budget-friendly Saturday activity to learn about maple syrup traditions.It's a unique cultural experience that is free to enter.
· March 15
6: Visit a historical farm setting to see how maple syrup is traditionally made, which includes a fun wagon ride out to the sugarbush. A perfect Sunday morning activity to kick off the break.It's a classic March Break experience available right in Nepean on Sunday.
: If you need an indoor activity for Sunday, check out this nostalgia and collectibles show featuring over 50 dealers. Great for parents who love antiques or showing older kids unique memorabilia.This is a confirmed Sunday event and serves as an excellent indoor alternative.
: Catch the final NHL game this weekend as the Senators host the San Jose Sharks on Sunday evening. A great way to wrap up your first weekend of March Break.It's the only relevant event listed for Sunday evening.
: Celebrate the start of spring with newborn lambs and kids! They are also featuring maple syrup sampling and family-friendly activities focusing on birds. Perfect for Sunday viewing.Focus on newborn animals and maple syrup is ideal for the March Break timing.
: Check out the live butterfly gallery and take part in a hands-on activity making prehistoric creatures. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon indoors, learning about nature.The butterfly gallery and hands-on activity make it particularly appealing for this weekend.
: Fulton's is open until 4 PM Sunday for their maple season experience. It's a chance to sample different grades of syrup and enjoy the country air outside the city core.Confirms weekend hours (10-4) for their six-generation maple experience.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1FREE : If the weather is cooperating, make the most of the weekend by visiting one of Ottawa's outdoor rinks like the Rink of Dreams downtown for a family skate session.A classic, free, flexible family activity, weather permitting, perfect for Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Ottawa this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) the best free activity is the Pi Day celebration at participating Mathnasium locations on Saturday from 10 AM - 2 PM. The Vanier Sugar Shack also offers free admission.
Are there any outdoor activities planned for the start of March Break?
Yes! Several maple sugar bushes are operating this weekend, including Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm and The Log Farm. If the weather is right, you can also go ice skating at the Rink of Dreams at City Hall.
What's happening for the older kids/teens?
Teens might enjoy the high-octane FMX World Tour happening Saturday afternoon at TD Place, or they could check out the Beaded Earring Workshop on Saturday morning (ages 16+).
