QTSRCA: City of Ottawa Recreation

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

City of Ottawa Recreation - Ready, set, spring!

Workshops for children

Did you know that the City has workshops to keep your children entertained? Throughout May, join various facilities for some prehistoric fun with our dinosaur workshops, discover your bestie era and make best friend bracelets, show some love with a Mother’s Day craft, and make your own slime! Throughout June, join a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) workshop at Lansdowne Park.

Registration reminder

Summer activities, PA days, Before and After School Programs and winter camps will all be available to view online on Tuesday, May 5. Registration opens for swim lessons on Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14 for all other activities.

Support young artists

Enjoy the incredible artwork from Ottawa’s youth at the annual Young at Art exhibition. Each piece has been selected by a committee of professional artists to create a dynamic exhibition. Artwork can be viewed from Thursday, May 14 until Monday, June 8 at the Shenkman Arts Centre, Salons A and B of Trinity Art Gallery. Join the celebration and meet the artists at the Vernissage on Thursday, May 28, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Mother's Day gift certificates

With such a huge variety of recreation and cultural offerings, a City of Ottawa gift certificate is a great choice to for this Mother's Day. Use them for registered programs, like courses and camps, drop-in activities and memberships. If your mom loves theatre then pick up a gift certificate for Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe and Shenkman Arts Centre. Purchase on their websites or in-person during box office hours.

What's happening

Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe