What’s happening in Ottawa this weekend: Dec. 12-14

The Ottawa Christmas Market at Lansdowne continues over the Christmas holidays. (Scott Rook/CTV News Ottawa)

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

Santa Claus Parades

It will be another busy weekend for Santa Claus in Ottawa.

On Saturday, the Constance and Buckham’s Bay Santa Parade is at 5 p.m. The parade starts at St. Gabriel’s Church and winds its way through Constance Bay.

Also on Saturday, the Huntley Community Association Santa Claus Parade is at 6 p.m. in Carp. The parade begins at the Huntley Curling Club and finishes at the W.E.J Arena.

On Sunday, the Metcalfe Santa Parade begins at 2 p.m.

Originals Christmas Craft Sale

Shop for Christmas gifts this weekend at the Originals Christmas Craft Sale.

The one-of-a-kind handmade marketplace showcases the work of more than 200 talented artists, artisans and makers.

The Christmas Craft Sale runs until Sunday at the EY Centre.

Ottawa Black Bears

The Ottawa Black Bears host the Saskatchewan Rush Friday night at Canadian Tire Centre.

Game time is 7:30 p.m.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Brad Paisley

Brad Paisley brings the Truck Still Works World Tour to the Canadian Tire Centre on Saturday night.

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.

Pasiley will be joined by special guests Jackson Dean and Meghan Patrick.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Ottawa 67’s

The Ottawa 67’s host the Windsor Spitfires Sunday afternoon at the Arena at TD Place.

Game time is 3 p.m.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol

The National Arts Centre Orchestra presents Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in concert.

The show features a screening of the film while the musical score is performed live by the orchestra.

The NAC Orchestra presents the Muppet Christmas Carol on Friday and Saturday, with two shows on Saturday.

For tickets, visit https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/38421.

The Nutcracker

Trio Danceworks presents the Nutcracker at the Algonquin Commons Theatre.

See the classical Christmas ballet Saturday and Sunday.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

The Nutcracker by Ballet Jorgen

Ballet Jorgen presents “The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition” at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe.

See the holiday ballet show Friday and Saturday at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe.

National Arts Centre

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

• Friday-Saturday: Kid Koala’s The Storyville Mosquito at Babs Asper Theatre
• Friday: Genticorum on the NAC Fourth Stage
• Saturday-Sunday: Adàwàning: Indigenous Women’s Art Market
• Saturday: Mikhail Laxton on the NAC Fourth Stage
• Saturday-Sunday: Baobab – a musical puppet tale at the Azrieli Studio.
• Sunday: FanFair 202 with NAC Orchestra musicians at Southminster United Church

Other events happening in Ottawa this weekend

• Friday: Forever Foreigner at the Shenkman Arts Centre
• Friday: Michel Pagliaro and Band at the Bronson Centre
• Friday: The Ottawa Carleton Choristers at the Woodroffe United Church
• Saturday: Improteine at the Shenkman Arts Centre
• Saturday: Senza, the Italian word for … at the Shenkman Arts Centre
• Sunday: Christmas in the Ottawa Valley with Wayne Rostad and Friends at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe

A Sherlock Carol

See a Christmas mystery at the Ottawa Little Theatre until Dec. 20.

A Sherlock Carol by Mark Shanahan brings together your favourite characters from Dickens and Conan Doyle.

For tickets, visit https://www.ottawalittletheatre.com/a-sherlock-carol/.

Ottawa Christmas Market

Celebrate the holiday season at the Ottawa Christmas Market at Lansdowne Park this weekend.

The market is open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, then 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday.

Events include Santa’s workshop, food and beverages, shopping from local vendors and music.

For more information, visit https://www.ottawachristmasmarket.com/.

Luminaire

Enjoy a flurry of lights, wonder and magic this holiday season in the ByWard Market.

Luminaire features a daily light show and a daily aurora light show. There will also be a Christmas market every Saturday and a tree and wreath market.

For more information, visit https://www.byward-market.com/luminaire.

613Holiday Night Market

Visit the 613Holiday Night Market during the Ottawa Christmas Market.

One-hundred-and-fifty vendors will be on display Friday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Lansdowne.

Lansdowne Farmers Market

The Lansdowne Farmers Market hosts its Christmas Market at Lansdowne.

The market is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Metcalfe Farmers Market

The Metcalfe Farmers Market Christmas Market is Saturday.

Shop at local vendors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Metcalfe Farmers’ Market.

Holiday Market at Robert Plante Greenhouses

Robert Plante Greenhouses on Navan Road hosts its 3rd annual Pet Day and Holiday Market on Saturday.

Check out over 260 vendors, get pet photos with Santa, treats and more.

The market runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Deck the Halls Christmas Craft Show

The Merivale Mall hosts the Deck the Halls Christmas Craft Show on Saturday.

Eighty vendors will be on site between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Vintage Village of Lights

The Cumberland Heritage Village Museum hosts the Vintage Village of Lights Friday, Saturday and Sunday until Dec. 21.

The 1920s and 30s heritage village will be decorated for the holidays.

For more information and tickets, visit https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/facilities/place-listing/cumberland-heritage-village-museum#section-ffe51509-bc9e-4b78-8af0-792322f334c6.

Magic of Lights

Wesley Clover Parks will be illuminated for the Christmas and holiday season with the Magic of Lights.

The dazzling drive-through experience features two million twinkling lights along a two-kilometre route.

The Magic of Lights runs until Jan. 3, all in support of children, youth and families at CHEO.

For tickets and information, visit https://magicoflights.com/locations/ottawa-on/.

A Country Christmas/Holiday Lights Stroll

Saunders Farm invites you to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year with Country Christmas Days and the Holiday Stroll.

During the Country Christmas Days, explore the hedge mazes, run through the world’s largest wreath and play on the play structures and slides, visit the CiderHouse and the Donuts and Sweets Shoppe and take a photo.

The Holiday Light Stroll allows you to wander through a dazzling winter wonderland of twinkling lights, festival displays, and holiday magic. You can also meet Santa, find your inner Elf at the Elf Academy, shop for local gifts and enjoy a snack.

Events run until Dec. 30.

For tickets, visit https://saundersfarm.com/country-christmas-days/.

Stanley’s Holiday Stroll

Enjoy a winter wonderland at Stanley’s Farm this holiday season.

The Holiday Stroll is a two-kilometre walk lit by dazzling lights, festive scenes and plenty of holiday photo ops.

For tickets, visit https://stanleysfarm.com/holiday-stroll-2-2/.

Christmas at Mādahòkì Farm

Mādahòkì Farm on West Hunt Club Road in Ottawa celebrates the holiday season with Indigenous-inspired programming.

Activities include magical light installations on the legacy trails, discovering Indigenous teachings and traditions, enjoy Indigenous teachings and traditions and shop the marketplace featuring over 60 local vendors.

Christmas at Mādahòkì Farm runs Thursdays to Sundays until Dec. 28, excluding Christmas Day.

Alight at Night Festival

Over one million lights illuminate Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg this holiday season.

Check out Alight at Night on select nights until Jan. 15.

For tickets and information, visit www.uppercanadavillage.com.

River of Lights

The River of Lights lights up Blockhouse Island in Brockville this Christmas.

The show features thousands of twinkle lights and flood lights set to music.

The lights and music show run nightly from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Clow’s Christmas Trail

Take a stroll through a magical Christmas village at Clow’s Christmas Trail in Brockville.

Walk past the Elf Lodge, Ice Castle, Clow’s Fire Station, Santa’s Cabin and more along the 1.5-kilometre trail.

The trial is only nightly until Dec. 23.

Festival of Lights

Celebrate the season at the Perth Festival of Lights.

The trees, decorated by local businesses, organizations and community groups, will be on display during the holiday season.

Visit the Crystal Palace in Perth until January.

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
• The Bytown Museum
• The Diefenbunker

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 Frontenacs

The Kingston Frontenacs hosts the Windsor Spitfires Friday night at the Slush Puppie Place.

Game time is 7 p.m.

Events in Kingston this weekend

• Friday: The AB Nutcracker Ballet at the Kingston Grand Theatre
• Friday: Believe in the Magic at The Spire
• Friday: Les Chiclettes at Theatre Le Sesame
• Saturday: Santa Saturdays at Springer Market Square (12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
• Saturday: Elvis – a Christmas Special at Kingston Grand Theatre
• Sunday: 10th annual Holiday Show at Kingston Grand Theatre

Events in Cornwall

• Friday-Saturday: Merry Mini Collections at Cline House
• Friday-Sunday: A Christmas Carole at the Upper Canada Playhouse
• Friday: An AC/DC Christmas Party with Ruffedge at the Port Theatre
• Friday: The Centennial Choir of Cornwall – Christmas Around the World at the Port Theatre
• Saturday: Christmas in the Valley with Wayne Rostad and Friends at the Aultsville Theatre
• Saturday: Infatuation, Tribute to Rod Stewart at the Port Theatre
• Sunday: Cornwall Colts at the Cornwall Civic Complex

Events in Brockville

• Friday: Brockville Braves at the Memorial Centre
• Saturday: Christmas Farmers Market at the Aquatarium
• Sunday: Public Skating at the Memorial Centre (12 p.m. to 1:20 p.m.