Check out these fun activities in, and around, the Ottawa area from OttawaTourism.ca for the month of October
Fall Rhapsody, Dates TBA
Gatineau Park
https://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/places/ncc-fall-rhapsody
Autumn is a special time to visit the Ottawa area while vibrant fall colours illuminate the city’s greenspaces and urban areas. Discover the magic of autumn during the annual Fall Rhapsody event in Canada’s capital region.
Ottawa Fire Truck Pull, October 8th
Landsdowne Park
www.ottawafiretruckpull.com
Teams of fire fighters, corporate employees, student groups, and more pull a 10+ tonne fire truck 100 feet to raise money for Epilepsy Ottawa!
Saunders Farm, Pumpkin Season 2022
7893 Bleeks Rd Munster, On
https://saundersfarm.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/39330?catID=36243&
For 31 AMAZING years, Pumpkin Season at Saunders Farm has been a Canadian family tradition. With tons of outdoor attractions available, including pumpkin picking from our amazing pre-picked selection of pumpkins, hedge mazes, jumbo jumpers, play structures, a puppet show, a parade and so much more, it’s a spook-tacular experience for the whole family!
OPEN ATTRACTIONS:
Jumbo Jumpers
Hedge Mazes – Mile Maze, Spiral Maze, Musical Maze & Cedar Maze
Maze Observation Tower
Play Structures
Puppet Show- the Halloween Howl
Haunted Hayride
The Coven – spooky open air trail
Outdoor Patio – food, drinks, sweets & treats
CiderHouse
Farm Shop
Piles of Pumpkins and Gourds ($ additional fee)
Gem Mine ($ additional fee)
Ag Arcade ($ additional fee)
Zipline ($ additional fee)
Saunders Farm, FrightFest 2022
7893 Bleeks Rd Munster, On
https://saundersfarm.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/39332?catID=36244&
Frightfest at Saunders Farm is Canada’s #1 Haunted Attraction with multiple haunted attractions, street theatre, fresh food and homemade confections; it is sure to thrill!
Bring your appetite! Join us on the patio for burgers, fresh cut fries, poutine and snacks. We are also serving cold drinks, craft beer and our very own Saunders Cider.
DATES:
• Friday & Saturday nights from September 24th, 2022 – October 29th, 2022
• Halloweek: Sunday, October 23rd – Thursday, October 29th & October 31st (Halloween Night)
ARRIVAL TIMES:
• 6:00pm-9:30pm
• The farm is open from 6:00pm-11:00pm on Friday and Saturday
• The farm is open from 6:00pm-10:00pm on Halloweek nights
Pumpkin Inferno, Upper Canada Village, September 30th-October 30th
13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg, ON
https://www.uppercanadavillage.com/event/pumpkinferno/
Award-winning Pumpkinferno is returning this fall for its 11th season, where Upper Canada Village is reviving some of its most popular exhibits plus showcasing 7 brand new themes – the most in any show since its inaugural year!
Take a tour through this spectacular outdoor art exhibit of over 7,000 hand-carved pumpkins all lit at night along a kilometre long path in a picturesque 19th-century backdrop. Open nightly from late September through October, you won’t want to miss this chance to walk in a world of pumpkins.
Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa, October 1- October 30
Various locations throughout downtown Ottawa
www.hauntedwalk.com
The outdoor tour that started it all! We share some of our most chilling ghost stories from the area and lead you by lantern light to some of the spookiest haunted spots, including the Bytown Museum, the Fairmont Château Laurier, and Ottawa’s haunted high school. You’ll never look at the city and these buildings the same again! A tried and true favourite for all ages.
Savour the Senses, October 22nd
Russell High School, 982 North Russell Road
www.deafblindontario.com/events/savour-the-senses/
Engage your senses at this lager than life event! Test your beer IQ and experience a sampling of the Ottawa area’s finest beers – without your eyes! Lagers, ales, pilsners, and IPAs… We’ll be hopping right into beer specifics in this blindfolded tasting experience. Then savour a gourmet dinner, followed by a unique dessert and cider pairing. Tastings will be led by local beer and cider makers. Event guests can also take part in live and silent auctions to round out this fun evening. The silent auction will open online 2 weeks prior to the event for guests and others.
Halloween Adventure Along the Rideau River, September 24th – October 29th
Moodie Cemetery, Claudette Cain Park
www.adenturedrives.net/product/a-ghost-outing-rideau/
Gather your team and compete in an outdoor adventure drive to banish a ghost. It’s an escape room, scavenger hunt, geocaching and amazing race all wrapped up in one great game. A fresh concept, with new places to discover. Drive to three spooky places and practice your ghost wrangling skills at each stop with fun photo and video missions. Then return to Moodie Cemetery and use your Spectre Collector capture a malicious ghost. A true spine tingling story built in. It’s a great stress buster for ghost busters!
Acres of Terror, September 30 – October 30th
Cannamore Orchard, 1480 County Road 32
https://www.cannamoreorchard.com/acres-of-terror
A terrifying Halloween attraction with four main parts: The Spooky Wagon Ride, House of Terror, Fog Maze and Spooky Village. Healthy and safety protocols are in place to ensure a safe visit. Saturday and Sunday during the day are dedicated to families, younger children and those easily scared.
Bushels of Fun Down on the Farm, September 3rd – October 30th
The Log Farm, 670 Cedarview Road
www.thelogfarm.com
Navigate through the corn maze, jump on a wagon ride and feed some friendly animals during your reserved time slot at the 150-year-old Log farm.
Day of the Dead Festival, October 28th – October 31st
East York Street & William Street Plaza, ByWard Market
https://www.dayofthedeadfestival.ca/
Immerse yourself in Mexican culture in the midst of the historic ByWard Market neighbourhood as the community gathers to celebrate the lives of the deceased with food, drink, parties, festivals, and activities the dead enjoyed in their lifetime. With special programming including Mariachi performances, authentic Mexican cuisine, artisan market, folkloric dancers and much more, the Dead of the Dead Festival is an unforgettable experience.
Fall Spook-tacular, Dates TBA
Watson’s Mill, 5525 Dickinson Street
www.watsonsmill.com
Visit Watson’s Mills dressed in your costume for a spooky afternoon full of crafts, treats, and a scavenger hunt! Navigate your way through a spooktacular maze and be entered for the best-dressed prize.
Deadwood Haunted Drive, Dates TBA
Wesley Clover Park, 401 Corkstown Road
https://www.deadwoodottawa.ca/
Pull into the Wesley Clover Parks Campground for a Haunted Drive-In experience. Make sure to lock your doors while watching six live sets surrounded by special lighting and sound effects that immerse you into a spine-chilling experience.
sKreamers, September 30th – October 31st
Proulx Maple & Berry Farm, 1865 O’Toole Road
www.skreamers.ca
Looking for a spooky group adventure this month? Look no further than this haunted weekend event full of wagon rides and scary surprises…
Scenic Helicopter Flight, October 1 – October 24th
Héli-Tremblant, 4Y5, 11 Aviation Pkwy
https://www.getyourguide.com/ottawa-l285/ottawa-private-scenic-helicopter-flight-t412255/?date_from=2022-10-24&date_to=2022-10-31&_pc=1,1
Fly in a private helicopter with your very own pilot. Get a magnificent bird’s-eye view of the city of Ottawa. Marvel at the beautiful Gatineau Natural Park. Choose from a spectacular 10, 20, or 30-minute flight.
Ottawa Parent and Child Expo, October 8th – 9th
Nepean Sportsplex
www.parentchildexpo.ca
The Ottawa Parent & Child Expo is the capital region’s largest and longest running Parent & Child Expo. It’s one of the best values for family fun, learning, and entertainment in Ottawa. The expo offers play, learning, and interactive fun zones, local parenting and family exhibitors – and Little Ray’s Reptiles presentation, Meet the Keepers Animal Rescue Centre animal presentation onstage and meet and greet with the animals. Kids can also meet and greet with Elmo and Cookie Monster from Sesame Street® (see schedule at www.parentandchildexpo.ca/expo-prizes), princesses, bounce castle, presentations. Meet & greet characters are included free with price of admission. Parking is free, and a show bag free for the first 1,000 families each day – the expo offers excellent value!
Casino Royale Presented by Mattamy Homes, October 21st
Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Drive
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-9th-annual-casino-royale-presented-by-mattamy-homes-tickets-376443100447?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&__hstc=58577909.a47a595d6399def5cc8b239c21c524fc.1663099009093.1663099009093.1663099009093.1&__hsfp=2445685111&__hssc=58577909.1.1663099009146&keep_tld=1
The 9th Annual Casino Royale will once again blend the thrills and excitement of the Las Vegas Strip with the suave elegance and style synonymous with James Bond films.
Guests will have the opportunity to play popular casino games such as Blackjack, Poker, Roulette, Craps, War and much more for a chance to win incredible prizing in support of Bruyere.
Social Rollerskating, October 7, 14, 21
Norm Fenn Gym – Carleton University
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/social-rollerskating-ottawa-quad-session-sept-dec-tickets-406635215877?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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