What’s happening in Ottawa this weekend: April 11-13

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

Ottawa Senators

The Ottawa Senators play twice this weekend at Canadian Tire Centre.

Friday night, the Senators host the Montreal Canadiens for a 7 p.m. game.

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Flyers visit Ottawa for a 1 p.m. game.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Ottawa Black Bears

The Ottawa Black Bears host the Las Vegas Desert Dogs in lacrosse action Saturday night at Canadian Tire Centre.

Game time is 7 p.m.

It’s Fan Appreciation Night at the Black Bears game.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Ottawa Cottage Life and Backyard Show

Get ready for summer at the Cottage Life and Backyard Show this weekend at the EY Centre.

Check out exhibitors showing docks, builders, contractors, innovative building projects, green solutions, food and entertaining, water toys and more.

The show runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

For tickets, visit https://shows.cottagelife.com/ottawa-cottage-life-backyard-show/.

Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show

Dive into a world of crystals, minerals and natural wonders this weekend at the Ottawa Rock and Gem Show.

Check out over 400 tables Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the EY Centre.

National Arts Centre

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

• Friday-Saturday: NAC English Theatre presents Trident Moon
• Friday: NAC Dance presents Peeping Tom
• Friday: Boogat on the NAC Fourth Stage
• Saturday-Sunday: Raffi in Southam Hall
• Saturday: Rachid Babouri in English
• Saturday: Jessie Simmons: It’s Jessie, Baby - Celebrating 10 years of Music
• Sunday: Music for a Sunday Afternoon at the Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre
• Sunday: Rose Cousins with Ken Yates

Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe

Here’s a look at what’s happening at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe this weekend.

• Friday: Ottawa Beatlemania
• Saturday: Show Tune Showdown
• Saturday: The Original Burlesque Bingo

Shenkman Arts Centre

Here’s a look at what’s happening at the Shenkman Arts Centre this weekend.

• Friday: We Walk the Line – a Tribute to Johnny Cash

Now and Then

See the romantic comedy-drama Now and Then at the Ottawa Little Theatre until April 19.

There is a matinee at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.

For tickets, visit www.ottawalittletheatre.com.

613flea

613flea returns to the Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne on Saturday.

Visit 150 vendors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., offering a range of eclectic goods, handmade, antiques, vintage clothing, great foods and one-of-a-kinds!

Lansdowne Farmers Market

The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday.

Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ottawa Travel and Vacation Show

Plan your dream trip or cross an item off your bucket list this weekend at the Ottawa Travel and Vacation Show.

The show is Saturday and Sunday at the Rogers Centre Ottawa.

Ottawa (LEGO) Brick Expo!

Ottawa’s first Brick Expo is Saturday and Sunday at Bell High School.

Check out the custom displays, a massive train layout and more.

Easter Egg Hunt

Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm invites you to enjoy an Easter egg hunt this weekend.

“Hop aboard the tractor-drawn wagon for a ride out to the sugar bush where you will hunt through the bush in search of the lost eggs,” Stanley’s says.

The Easter egg hunt is Saturday and Sunday. Book your spot ahead of time.

Family Fun at Stanley’s Sugarbush

Sugar bush season continues until April 20 at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm.

Learn how maple syrup is made in the 150-year-old sugar shack, enjoy a pancake house breakfast and more.

For more information and tickets, visit www.stanleysfarm.com.

Fulton’s Sugar Bush and Maple Shop

Visit the sugar bush at Fulton’s Farm in Pakenham until April 20.

Fulton’s is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, visit https://fultons.ca/.

Proulx Farm

Sugar bush season runs until Easter weekend at Proulx Farm in Cumberland.

Checkout the outdoor activities and enjoy the pancake house.

For more information, visit https://proulxfarm.com/maple-fest/.

Museums

Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario:

• 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

Parliament of Canada Tours

Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block.

For tickets and tour times, visit https://rts.parl.ca/.

Parliament: The Immersive Experience

Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience.

Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019.

The self-guided tour is 45 minutes.

Tickets are available at no cost at visit parl.ca.

Kingston Grand Theatre

Here’s a look at what’s happening at the Kingston Grand Theatre this weekend:

• Friday: Cirque Kalabanté - Afrique en Cirque
• Friday : Girls Night Out – Improv Comedy (The Spire)
• Saturday: Symphonic Speedruns

Kingston Botanical Market

The Kingston Botanical Market is Saturday at the Tett Centre.

Explore households and other nature inspired goods from small businesses.

The market is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Egg-Stream Easter Fun

The Museum of Health Centre and Murney Tower Museum host their annual Egg-stream Easter Fun at the Museum on Saturday.

The family-friendly event is designed for kids of all ages.

Tickets are $5 per person.