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2024 Holiday Events and Activities

Get ready to embrace the magic of the holiday season in downtown Ottawa! We’re thrilled to present a comprehensive lineup of festive events and activities for 2024, designed to bring cheer to visitors of all ages. From the grand opening of our Chris Kringle Market to delightful ornament-making workshops and the sparkling “Gingerbread Lane” Christmas Tree, there’s something for everyone. This year’s celebrations include holiday-themed shopping, seasonal dining specials, family-friendly activities, and unique experiences that capture the spirit of Ottawa’s charming downtown. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, please plan to join us for a holiday season full of joy, community, and festive fun!

November

Nov. 17

Iconic + Small Dog Holiday Event

Nov. 23

Christmas Craft & Bake Sale

Open Table, 10 am-2 pm

Fri., Nov. 29

Chris Kringle Market-Opening Day!

Noon-7 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Festival of Lights Parade & Deck the Park

6-7:30 pm, Downtown Ottawa

Sat., Nov. 30

Chris Kringle Market

11-7 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Santa Mini Photo Sessions

Paquette Photography at Prairie Fox Books

Appointment needed, $75


December

Sun., Dec. 1

Chris Kringle Market

11-4 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Santa Mini Photo Sessions

Paquette Photography at Prairie Fox Books

Appointment needed, $75

Fri., Dec. 6

Chris Kringle Market

4-8 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Reddick Mansion Candlelight Open House

6-8 pm, Reddick Mansion

Sat., Dec. 7

Chris Kringle Market
11 am-7 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Holiday Make and Take & 6-Year Anniversary
Open Space, Sat. Dec. 7, Noon-5 pm

Pictures with the Grinch
Hey Sweetie, 11 am-Noon

Pictures with the Grinch
PersonaliTees, Sat., Dec. 7, Noon-4

Merry Everything Holiday Home Tour
Meet at Reddick Mansion, 3-8 pm

Sun., Dec. 8

Chris Kringle Market
11 am-4 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Pictures with the Grinch
Hey Sweetie, 11 am-Noon

Friday, Dec. 13

Chris Kringle Market
4-8 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Krampus Cookie Crawl
4-8 pm, Various Downtown Businesses

Pictures with Krampus
4-8 pm, Bold and Curvy Boutique

Reddick Mansion Candlelight Open House
6-8 pm, Reddick Mansion

Sat., Dec. 14

Storytime with Santa
Reddick Library, 11 am-Noon

Fri., Dec. 20

Chris Kringle Market
4-8 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Sat., Dec. 21

Chris Kringle Market
11 am-7 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

Sat., Dec. 22

Chris Kringle Market– Final Day!
11 am-4 pm, Jordan Block and Washington Square Park

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