Road Trip Ontario

Ottawa Improv Festival
2024-03-14 18:30 - 2024-03-16 21:00 UTC | Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre
Get ready to laugh and have fun as you witness hilarious comedy created on the spot! The Ottawa Improv Festival has lined up some awesome local, national and international improv talent that is sure to have you rolling in the aisles. They also offer workshops to help you develop and hone your skills with some incredible teachers and performers.

The Ottawa Improv Festival returns after a 3-year hiatus, join us for the Improv Event of the Year!
When: Friday March 15th, doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm.
This evening’s show is a jam-packed extravaganza of fun and laughs featuring local and national and international acts.
The Night’s Acts:

World-renowned improviser, Jill Bernard from HUGE theater in Minneapolis will be presenting her solo show – Drum Machine
An All-star set of four headlining acts
Following a run of SOLD OUT shows, catch Filmed Before a Live Studio Audience perform their improvised family sitcom
Ottawa favourite’s the Improv Corporation and Haw Flakes wow with their unique formats

Puppet Festival Mississauga
2024-03-11 08:00 - 2024-03-17 23:00 | Maja Prentice Theatre, 3650 Dixie Rd, Mississauga ON, L4Y 3V9, Canada
Puppet Festival Mississauga is a seven day puppetry festival taking place in Mississauga March 8th -15th 2023; it is filled with exciting shows engaging workshops and an informative exhibition that discover the art of puppetry from its origin to its advancement. Puppet Festival Mississauga aims to connect professional puppeteers from around the world and bridge cultures through one of the oldest and most common art forms.
Puppet Festival Mississauga engages in the conversation about art and society by introducing, examining and celebrating various forms of animating objects. It is our mission to ignite a reflection of the world in our audiences by connecting the past and the future. We celebrate traditional forms of puppetry and the skills of the puppet designers and performers while expanding the conversation of what is puppetry and animation and how it touches the contemporary world.
The festival takes place at various locations all over Mississauga with a variety of shows and performances available for all ages and families to enjoy!
Join us from March 8 – 15, 2023 to gift an experience of discovery, joy and laughter through puppets to you and your loved ones. Start your family tradition this March by creating memories that will last a lifetime.
To sign-up for more updates or the latest information about the festival please contact us by:
email: tickets@cranecreations.ca
website: https://www.cranecreations.ca

TWILIGHT JAZZ SERIES: ALL ABOUT THE BASS ('BOUT THE BASS) - ROSS MACINTYRE & SHANNON BUTCHER
2024-03-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Various venues around Niagara’s wine country , St. Catherines, Canada
The TD Niagara Jazz Festival is a cutting-edge celebration of all types of jazz, performed in intimate indoor and outdoor venues in the heart of Niagara’s stunning wine country. The TD Niagara Jazz Festival presents the finest Canadian and internationally acclaimed jazz musicians by way of spectacular concerts, wine, craft beer, and culinary packages, and free performances throughout Niagara-on-the-Lake and select locations throughout Niagara.

Sherwood Park Heartstrings & Honky Tonks
2024-03-10 14:00 - 22:00 | 100 Festival Way Sherwood Park AB T8A 5T2, Canada
Heartstrings & Honky Tonks in Sherwood Park, Alberta, is a vibrant and lively hub for music and entertainment enthusiasts. This beloved venue offers a diverse range of events and activities that cater to various tastes.
From toe-tapping country music performances by local and national artists to line dancing nights that get the crowd moving, Heartstrings & Honky Tonks has something for everyone. They also host themed parties, karaoke nights, and open mic events, creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for both seasoned performers and newcomers.

Celebrate Toronto's 190 years of Vibrant History and Urban Adventure
2024-03-09 15:00 - 22:00 | Nathan Phillips Square, Canada
Celebrate Toronto is a non-profit organization fueled by passion, creativity, and a deep love for our city. Our mission is to curate a year-long celebration that pays homage to Toronto’s past, celebrates its present, and paves the way for an even brighter future. We believe that by fostering a sense of pride and unity among Torontonians, we can build a stronger, more vibrant community.

Sugar Shack T.O
2024-03-09 10:00 - 2024-03-10 17:00 | Canada’s Sugar Beach – located at 11 Dockside Drive (Lower Jarvis and Queens Quay), Canada
Sugar Shack TO, presented by Redpath Sugar is delighted to announce its sweet return to Toronto’s Waterfront in 2024. On March 9 and 10, Sugar Beach will be transformed into a maple-filled, Canadian Extravaganza. Please see below for initial details and check back for announcements and updates.

This annual outdoor event will be held at Sugar Beach and will feature all things maple, bringing a taste of Canadian heritage to the heart of the city.

Visitors can indulge in freshly made Ontario maple taffy from two sugar shacks presented by Menkes Developments while enjoying a range of maple-infused comfort food, including maple baked beans, maple cream cheese sandwiches, maple fudge, and delicious Redpath Sugar cookies.
The extravaganza will also feature a Winter Circus Lumberjack show by Tim Burr, providing entertainment that encapsulates the spirit of the season. For those looking to stay cozy, the Billy Bishop Airport warming station offers bonfires and a maple sugaring demo, adding an educational twist to the event’s warm atmosphere.
Ford Canada will be showcasing an electric vehicle lineup, giving attendees a chance to test drive and possibly score tickets to a Toronto Maple Leafs game.
Further enhancing the experience, Waterfront Toronto and the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre will host interactive activities and giveaways, and the Canadian Armed Forces will offer insights into culinary careers, alongside free soup samples. Unity Fitness will keep the energy high with pop-up Zumba classes and more interactive fun.

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General admission is free, and visitors can purchase maple taffy for $5 each or 3 for $10. Cash or debit payment is accepted.

Winter Beer Festival in Toronto
2024-03-08 16:00 - 2024-03-09 23:00 | Holiday Inn Burlington Hotel & Conference Centre, 3063 South Service Road, Burlington
The annual Burlington Winter Beer Festival is the culmination of the Festival of Beer, an exciting celebration of beer and beer food pairing in partnership with local restaurants and progressive craft brewers from across the Province.
Join these progressive craft brewers and other beverage providers from across the province during this unique evening out.
Winter Beer Festival will once again be hosted by our friends at Holiday Inn Burlington.
Friday | 4 pm – 11 pm
Saturday | 3 pm – 10 pm

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour – Toronto
2024-03-08 13:30 - 2024-03-10 19:30 | Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor St W, Toronto, Canada
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity presents The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour, brought to you by the Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section.

The Banff Centre Mountain Festival World Tour brings Banff to audiences around the globe. Immediately after the Festival ends in November, a selection of the best films go on tour across Canada, the United States, and internationally from Scotland to South Africa to China, Japan, New Zealand, Antarctica, and points in between. Each year, the films travel to 40 countries reaching more than 330,000 people at over 725 screenings.
This international film festival offers 4 film programs packed with adventure, excitement, and the inspiration of mountain stories. Experience the exhilarating beauty of mountain landscapes. Meet the world’s top adventurers. Watch their stories. Relive their challenges. Reconnect with adventure. Tickets are $25 per show.
The Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section proudly hosts the festival at Hot Docs. This year, we’re offering 4 different programs; program details to be released in the coming weeks. Buy your tickets before Jan 31 for a 10% early bird deal or save 20% when you buy a festival pass* for all 4 shows!
March 8 – 10, 2024
Friday March 8, 2024 to Sunday March 10, 2024
Friday, March 8: Program A *film titles will be announced soon
7:00 PM: Doors Open
7:30 PM: Screening
Saturday, March 9: Program B
1:30 PM: Doors Open
2:00 PM: Screening
Saturday, March 9: Program C
7:00 PM: Doors Open
7:30 PM: Screening
Sunday, March 10: Program D
1:30 PM: Doors Open
2:00 PM: Screening

Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival
2024-03-08 09:30 - 2024-04-07 14:30 | Purple Woods Conservation Area, Coates Road East, Oshawa
Come out and experience a Canadian spring in our sugarbush! Sap collected from hundreds of sugar maple trees is boiled on-site into delicious maple syrup. On your self-guided tour, you can visit our modern evaporator, enjoy games, activities, and of course pancakes with real maple syrup.
Don’t forget to stop by our Heritage Store to purchase some maple treats to take home!

Friday, March 8 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday, March 9 – 10 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Wednesday to Friday, March 13 – 15 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday, March 16-17 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday, March 23-24 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday, April 6-7 ​ | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm

Ottawa Irish Festival
2024-03-07 - 2024-03-17 | Festival House 450 Churchill Avenue N Ottawa
Ottawa Irish Festival that is held every year attracts large crowd of locals and tourists. The main aims of the festival is to preserve the tradition and the Irish-Cadaian culture.
The festival suggest:

Colorful St. Patrick parade
Traditional Irish party
Authors Day
Diverse parades and St. Patrick’s parties and more

Taste of the Middle East Mississaugua Festival
2024-03-01 18:00 - 2024-03-03 23:00 | Mississauga Convention Centre , 75 Derry Rd W, Mississauga, Canada
Experience the Rich Tapestry of Middle Eastern Culture at the 2nd Annual Taste of the Middle East Mississauga Festival – March 1-3, 2024 The 2nd Annual Taste of the Middle East Mississauga Festival Returns with a Rich Cultural Experience at Mississauga Convention Centre from March 1-3, 2024. Experience the transformation of the Mississauga Convention Centre into a lively showcase of Middle Eastern heritage. From the bustling food market and captivating live performances to the diverse array of booths and vendors, the festival promises a rich experience blending traditional tunes with contemporary art—an immersive celebration suitable for all ages.

Friday, March 1 from 6 pm to 11 pm
Saturday, March 2 from 11 am to 11 pm
Sunday, March 3 from 11 am to 8 pm

Women At Play(s) 6
2024-03-01 13:30 - 2024-03-10 22:00 | Red Sandcastle Theatre, 922 Queen St East Toronto, Canada
WOMEN AT PLAY(S) is a festival of short one-act plays written, directed, and acted by Canadian women playwrights, directors, and actors. This sixth edition has 6 one-act plays, 10 to 20 minutes in length, ranging from ageism, domestic violence, femicide, sisterhood, women empowerment, and physical theatre. Women At Play(s) is meant to inspire artistic achievements in theatrical production for people who identify as women of all diversities, LGBTQIA2S+, and invisible disability inclusive, from Gen Z to Silver Foxes for an audience of everyone.

Mar 1-3, 7-10 at 7:30pm
Saturday and Sunday Matinees 1:30pm
90 minutes, (20 minute intermission)

“East to West” - Wavelength Winter Festival
2024-02-29 18:30 - 2024-03-02 22:00 | Hart House Music Room, 7 Hart House Circle, Canada
“East to West”
Wavelength Music goes “East to West” across downtown Toronto for the 24th edition of its annual Wavelength Winter Festival. It’s our 24th anniversary, and once again we’re excited to bring together the local music community for one cozy weekend of programming — championing diverse, emerging artists while animating new and innovative music spaces across the city.

Family Day at Dundurn
2024-02-19 | Dundurn National Historic Site, Canada
Bring the whole family and experience a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site.
Bring the whole family and experience a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site. On a guided tour of over 40 rooms in Dundurn Castle, discover what it was like to live and play above stairs like the MacNab family and work and live below stairs like the household staff. Join us in the Coach House Hayloft for free, family-friendly crafts and activities. Your admission to Dundurn Castle includes admission to The Hamilton Military Museum – visit this neighbouring Museum for a self-guided experience with dress-up and engaging activities while exploring the historical figures who lived in Hamilton during the War of 1812 and First World War.

76th Winterama
2024-02-17 - 2024-02-20
Weekend full of fun indoor/outdoor activities to celebrate Winter in Penetanguishene! The Winterama Souvenir Button is your passport to all things Winterama. Early bird buttons will be sold for $3 and event day buttons will be sold for $5. No buttons required for attendees 3 & under.
Weekend full of fun indoor/outdoor activities to celebrate Winter in Penetanguishene!
“Penetanguishene Winterama, the oldest running winter carnival in Ontario. A celebration of Canadian seasonality, Winterama is an opportunity to renew an interest in outdoor activity; enhance community spirit and pride through people, partnership and products; share the heritage and culture of the community and welcome families, friends and visitors alike in a seasonal celebration.”
The Winterama Souvenir Button is your passport to all things Winterama. Early bird buttons will be sold for $3 and event day buttons will be sold for $5. No buttons required for attendees 3 & under.

Hamilton Winterfest
2024-02-02 - 2024-02-19 | Jackson Square, 2 King St W, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P1A1
Hamilton Winterfest presents free and affordable arts, culture and recreation events and activities across the city from February 2 to 19 (Family Day), ranging from ice skating to theatre performances, live comedy, exhibitions and more! This year, the festival, along with dozens of community partners, is presenting more than 70 events, including the Winterfest Hub on the rooftop of Jackson Square (2 King Street West) and a series of signature events, including live performances, music and the all-new Winterfest POP!
Visit www.hamiltonwinterfest.ca
