8 Things To Do In Ottawa This Weekend, November 13 To 15

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Just because the heat wave is over doesn't mean you need to turn on hibernation mode. We found a bunch of sensational things to do in Ottawa this weekend.

The holiday magic returns, as The Magic Of Lights is back. Instead of freezing outside, you can drive-thru in your car to see the jaw-dropping tunnel of lights and festive displays.

Meanwhile, if you have a sweet tooth, you'll want to check out Rideau, Bayshore or St. Laurent shopping centre. There are brand new vending machines that will give you give you a slice of cake with the push of a button.

It is time to make some plans, as there is so much to see and do.

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Enjoy The Views On A Boardwalk

Price: Free

Address: Mer Bleue Bog, Ridge Rd, Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: You'll enjoy this stunning boardwalk trail that doesn't take long to complete.

Get A Hole In One

Price: $17.95+

Address: 379 Preston St., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: This incredible mini-putt course has fun Canadian themes like iconic Ottawa landmarks and even a mini hockey rink.

Eat Cake At Carlo's Bake Shop

Price: $9.99

Address: 100 Bayshore Dr., 50 Rideau St., & 1200 St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: The Cake Boss bakery just arrived in Ottawa, and you'll be able to try his famous desserts at St. Laurent Shopping Centre, Bayshore Shopping Centre or Rideau Centre.

Fill Up On Cheesy Corn Dogs

Price: $8.50

Address: 105 Rue Clarence St., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can head to the ByWard Market to try Korean-style corn dogs loaded with cheese.

Drive-Thru A Tunnel Of Lights

Price: $20.00 per car

When: Friday, November 13, 2020, to Saturday, January 9, 2021

Address: 411 Corkstown Dr., Nepean, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can see over one million twinkling lights from inside your car at The Magic Of Lights.

Meet Your BFF On The Patio

Price: $8.00+

Address: 428 Preston St., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: Mati has a gorgeous outdoor patio, which is a fantastic spot to brunch on the weekends.

Visit A Christmas Market

Price: Free admission

When: Saturday, November 14, 2020

Address: 3790 Carp Rd., Carp, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can get in the holiday spirit and start shopping for gifts and decor at the Carp Christmas Market.

Try Detroit-Style Pizza

Price: $18.00+

Address: 360 Elgin St., Ottawa, O

Why You Need To Go: Ottawa has a new pizza shop that specializes in Detroit-style square pizzas.

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

  • Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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