What’s happening in Ottawa this weekend: Oct. 3-5

Students supporting Carleton University at the 55th Panda Game on Oct. 6, 2024. (Katelyn Wilson/CTV News Ottawa)

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

• Lanes on Hwy. 417 to be closed between Rochester and Bank streets this weekend
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The Metcalfe Fair

Fair season wraps up this weekend with the Metcalfe Fair.

The 169th edition of the fair features a midway, home crafts, agricultural education displays, agriculture and horse shows and more.

The music lineup includes Silver Creek on Friday and Jason Blaine with The Timber Line on Saturday.

For more information, visit https://metcalfefair.com/.

Ottawa Fall Home Show

Discover the latest in home décor, design and more this weekend at the Ottawa Fall Home Show.

Speakers include the Home Network’s Bryan Baeumler, Chris Palmer, Kathy McEwan and The Urban Botanist Emma Terrell.

The show runs until Sunday at the EY Centre.

For tickets and information, visit https://www.ottawafallhomeshow.com/.

Ottawa Redblacks

The Ottawa Redblacks hosts the Saskatchewan Roughriders Friday night at TD Place.

Game time is 7:30 p.m.

For tickets, visit https://www.ottawaredblacks.com/.

Panda Game

The University of Ottawa Gee-Gees and Carleton Ravens battle for football bragging rights on Sunday at TD Place.

The Panda Game kicks off at 12 p.m.

For tickets, visit www.tdplace.ca.

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Ottawa 67’s

The Ottawa 67’s host the Erie Otters Saturday afternoon at TD Place.

Game time is 3 p.m.

For more information, visit https://chl.ca/ohl-67s.

Race to End Homelessness

The inaugural Race to End Homelessness is Saturday in Ottawa.

Take part in the 1K, 5K or 10K distances and raise awareness, funds and community momentum to address homelessness.

The event begins at 8 a.m. at the RA Centre.

RBC Race for the Kids

The annual RBC Race for the Kids is Sunday at Wesley Clover Parks.

Challenge yourself in the 2K Family Fun Run, the 5K or 10K races.

Money raised supports CHEO.

Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams brings the Roll with the Punches Tour to Canadian Tire Centre Saturday night.

Adams will be joined by special guest The Sheepdogs.

For tickets, visit https://www.canadiantirecentre.com/events/detail/bryan-adams

Warren Zeiders

Warren Zeiders is in Ottawa on Sunday night.

Zeiders’ Relapse, Lies, and Betrayal Tour visits the Canadian Tire Centre.

For tickets, visit https://www.canadiantirecentre.com/events/detail/warren-zeiders.

National Arts Centre

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

• Friday: Zale Seck in the Azrieli Studio
• Saturday: Classic Albums Live: Michael Jackson
• Saturday: Ottawa Jazz Orchestra on the NAC Fourth Stage
• Saturday: Tara Shannon in the Azrieli Studio
• Sunday: Yamo! Yamo! West African Drumming with Fana Soro

Other events happening in Ottawa this weekend

• Friday at the Shenkman Arts Centre: Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners
• Friday at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe: Floydium: Canada’s Pink Floyd Show
• Saturday at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe: Strange Magic: The ELO Experience
• Sunday at the Shenkman Arts Centre: Edith Butler

NCC bike days

National Capital Commission’s weekend bikedays continue all weekend.

The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use.

Here is a look at what’s open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use:

• Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
• Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
• Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Admission is free.

Backyard Ultra in Manotick

The first ever Manotick Backyard Ultra takes over the trails and streets in Manotick on Saturday.

Participants are challenged to complete a 6.706 kilometre loop every hour, on the hour, until one runner remains.

The event begins at 8 a.m. at 692 Coffee and Bar.

Butterfly Show

Carleton University hosts its annual Biology Butterfly Show on Saturday and Sunday.

Learn about butterflies and more.

For tickets, visit https://carleton.ca/biology/annual-butterfly-show/.

613flea

613flea returns to Lansdowne Park on Saturday.

Check out 150 vendors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Admission is free.

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.

Main Street Farmers Market

The Main Street Farmers Market is open this weekend.

The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park.

Carp Farmers Market

The Carp Farmers Market is open Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

It’s the Harvest Celebration, with over 80 local vendors, an international food court and live music.

Metcalfe Farmers Market

The Metcalfe Farmers Market continues on Saturday.

The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds.

Westboro Farmers’ Market

The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The market is located in Byron Linear Park.

Barrhaven Farmers Market

The Barrhaven Farmers’ Market is every Sunday at the Nepean Woods Park and Ride.

The market is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pumpkinferno

Experience the magic of over 9,000 pumpkins illuminating the historic Upper Canada Village.

Pumpkinferno returns for Halloween in Morrisburg.

Enjoy a nighttime walk through to experience hand-crafted pumpkins along the streets and paths of Upper Canada Village.

For tickets, visit https://www.uppercanadavillage.com/event/pumpkinferno/.

PumpkinFest

Enjoy the fall colours and the gourds at PumpkinFest.

Saunders Farm hosts PumpkinFest until Oct. 26.

For tickets, visit https://saundersfarm.com/pumpkinfest/.

FrightFest

Be prepared to be scared at FrightFest this Halloween season.

Saunders Farm hosts FrightFest until Nov. 1. Festivities include the Haunted Hayride, Barn of Terror, The Sawmill, The Shambles, The Cemetery Scare Zone and Ghost Town Stage.

For tickets, visit https://saundersfarm.com/frightfest/.

Proulx Farm’s Pumpkin Fest

Proulx Farm in Cumberland is transformed into a giant Halloween playground.

Pumpkin Fest runs on Saturdays and Sundays until October 26.

Check out the corn mazes, hay structures, tree house and slides, pick your own pumpkin and more.

For tickets and information, visit https://proulxfarm.com/pumpkinfest/.

The Log Farm

The Log Farm is home to a lot of fun this fall, including the Corn Maze. Wagon rides and the Pumpkin Patch.

For more information, visit https://thelogfarm.com/.

Ouimet Farms

Ouimet Farms in Vankleek Hill is open on weekends in October with activities for the family, including a corn maze, adventure park and the farm market and museum.

For more information, visit https://ouimetfarms.com/attractions/.

Miller’s Farm and Market

Enjoy fall activities at Miller’s Farm just south of Manotick.

Activities include wagon rides, a corn maze, and pick-your-own pumpkin.

For more information, visit https://www.millersfarmandmarket.ca/.

Cannamore Orchard

Cannamore Orchard in Crysler offers family fun activities.

Ride on the covered wagon, explore the giant hedge mazes, play in the family activity area and more.

Acres of Terror

It’s the 33rd year of Acres of Terror at Cannamore Orchard in Crysler.

Check out the Spooky Wagon Ride, the House of Terror, the Spooky Village and the Fog Maze.

Day sessions are available on Saturday and Sunday for families and younger children.

Tickets are only available online at https://www.cannamoreorchard.com/acres-of-terror.

Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tours

Explore Stittsville’s haunted past this weekend.

The Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tours run Friday and Saturday until November 28.

Fort Fright

Don’t miss Fort Fright at Kingston’s Fort Henry.

The historic Fort Henry turns into one of Ontario’s most unique haunted experiences until Nov. 1.

For more information, visit https://www.forthenry.com/event/fort-fright/.

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.

Events in Kingston

• Friday: Oakridge Ave. at the Isabel Bader Centre

Kingston Frontenacs

The Kingston Frontenacs play twice at the Slush Puppie Place this weekend.

On Friday, the Frontenacs host Oshawa at 7:05 p.m.

On Sunday, the Frontenacs host the Erie Otters for a 2 p.m. game.

Pumpkinfest Weekend in Carleton Place

Get into the fall spirit at Pumpkinfest Weekend in Carleton Place.

Enjoy live music, family activities, exhibits and demonstrations during the three-day festival at Market Square Pavilion and Downtown Carleton Place.

For more information, visit https://carletonplace.ca/pumpkinfest-weekend.