Get ready to kick off the holiday season at our Tree Lighting Event and ByWard Winter Market Launch on Nov 22nd!

4 PM - Synthetic Rink Opens

Get your skates ready, as the ByWard Market Synthetic rink opens to the public.

4 PM to 5 PM - Salvation Army Brass Band

Enjoy live holiday tunes on the plaza!

4 PM to 8 PM - All My Favourite Things market by Minerva Ottawa

Start the evening off at the artisans market by Minerva Ottawa on the pedestrian section of William St, between George and York Streets.

5:30 PM - Tree Lighting Event

Join us on George Street Plaza for a magical tree lighting! Enjoy FREE Beavertails and hot chocolate (while supplies last)

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM - Dickens Carolers

Delight in the festive spirit as carollers fill the air with joyful melodies, bringing warmth and cheer to the season.

7 PM to 7:30 PM - Drag on Ice with Zak Zinya

Drag on Ice blends fabulous performances with icy theatrics, delivering a dazzling spectacle of glitz and glam!

This an accessible, outdoor event. Free to attend but shopping is encouraged.