What's on in the Outaouais February 15-21
Attention: it’s going to be an eventful week in the Outaouais! The Gatineau Loppet, Winterlude, Family Day in our national museums, shows at the Salle Odyssée … A two-day weekend just won’t be enough to pack it all in. Luckily, Monday is a holiday!
Activities and Events!
2019 Gatineau Loppet
This weekend, Gatineau Park turns into a giant playground during the 41st edition of the Gatineau Loppet international cross-country ski competition. Athletes of all abilities will challenge themselves as they tackle eight ski courses ranging from 2K to 51K, three snowshoe races, and three fat bike races. Don’t miss this popular community-building event.
Indoor activities: Cégep de l’Outaouais – 333 De la Cité-des-Jeunes Blvd., Gatineau. | Race start and finish lines: 389 De la Cité-des-Jeunes Blvd., Gatineau.
Saturday, Feb. 16 and Sunday, Feb. 17. The XC Ski Show is also open on Friday, Feb. 15 from 5 to 9 p.m.
On-site registration: $10–$158 depending on age, type of race and distance. Free for spectators.
The XC Ski Show runs all weekend at the Cégep de l’Outaouais. Saturday and Sunday “après-ski” evenings will be at the Chelsea Pub.
Family Day at our national museums
Have you run out of ideas for keeping your children busy over the long weekend? Besides Winterlude, the national museums have lined up a ton of special Family Day activities!
Canadian Museum of History, Canada Science and Technology Museum, Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, Canadian Museum of Nature.
Musical (W)Interlude Weekend
Percussion, unique instruments and world music will get you dancing this weekend as you celebrate Canada’s musical diversity!
Canadian Museum of History – 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau.
Feb. 16, 17 & 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Included with museum admission.
Science and demonstrations
Young visitors are invited to develop their creativity during a hands-on LEGO® activity, and learn all about fire and ice at two amazing demonstrations.
Canada Science and Technology Museum– 1867 Saint-Laurent Blvd., Ottawa.
Monday, Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Included with museum admission.
Family Day at the Farm
Special activities and workshops in the museum’s Demonstration Kitchen await you this Monday. Join us for an educational and tasty experience!
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – 901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa.
Monday, Feb. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Included with museum admission.
3D Movies
Learn about animal behaviour and animal secrets in two 3D movies: Amazon Adventure 3D and Backyard Wilderness 3D. The whole family will be captivated!
Canadian Museum of Nature – 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa.
Monday, Feb. 18. Various showtimes depending on the film.
Movie admission (in addition to museum admission): $4. Museum members: $3. Free for children age 2 and under.
Winterlude – 3rd weekend
Attention, everyone! You have only a few days left to take part in the region’s most colourful winter festival! Plan a family visit to the Snowflake Kingdom or a romantic stroll to admire the ice sculptures. Events this weekend include the Winterman Marathon, the Big Bang Festival at the National Arts Centre, and the Winter BrewFest at the Aberdeen Pavilion!
Snowflake Kingdom –Jacques-Cartier Park, 350 Laurier Street, Gatineau. Several other Winterlude sites in downtown Ottawa and Gatineau.
Until Feb. 18. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Free. Admission charge for some activities.
Winterlude activities continue through Family Day, Monday, Feb. 18.
Shows at the Salle Odyssée
Comedy, music, theatre, magic … the Salle Odyssée welcomes the very best in live entertainment, right here in Gatineau! Take your pick from a roster of such outstanding artists as Michel Louvain, Koriass, Lise Dion, Mesmer and Marc Dupré (and many more)!
Maison de la culture de Gatineau – 855 De la Gappe Blvd., Gatineau.
Admission varies depending on the show.
Early reservations are recommended—the best seats sell quickly!
Looking for even more things to do with family and friends? Have a look at our winter bucket list, and check our Facebook calendar regularly!
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