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Winterlude

Experience the best the Canadian winter has to offer at Winterlude, a highlight of the season in Ottawa-Gatineau.

With three weekends full of discoveries and traditions, there is something for everyone. Prepare to be astonished by stunning ice sculptures, immerse yourself in the heritage of Canada’s diversity through shows, exhibitions and play around in a gigantic snow playground called Snowflake Kingdom. Urban sites, museums and special events present seasonal programming as well as opportunities to connect with Indigenous culture.

Most activities are free and take place in downtown Ottawa and Gatineau.

There’s so much to see and do at Winterlude! Check out Ottawa Tourism's official Winterlude guide and the Canadian Heritage Winterlude website to learn more about the programming as well as volunteer opportunities.

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About Winterlude

What time does Winterlude start?

It runs all day on Friday, 29 January 2027. It is listed as finishing at 11:59 PM EST.

Where is Winterlude held?

At Various locations, Various locations in Canada.

Where did this listing come from?

From a calendar the municipality or the organiser publishes itself, crawled and refreshed daily, with a link back to the original on this page. Times, prices and cancellations are theirs, not ours - check the original before travelling.