Skating
Skate the 7.8-kilometer-long Rideau Canal from one end, at Fairmont Château Laurier, to the other, at Dow’s Lake. The Rideau Canal is the longest outdoor skating rink in the world and is the main attraction of the Winterlude festival. It is open to skaters in January and February, weather permitting. Skate rentals are available at various Silver Skates locations on the canal.
Other Activities You May Like
Sports & Entertainment
Northern Lights: Sound and Light Show
Take an unforgettable journey of sound and light, as you explore Canada’s physical, historical and cultural landscapes.
Festivals & Tours
Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival
Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival will be sure to amaze kids and adults alike!
Attractions
Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park is a giant wedge of land measuring 363 square kilometers to the northwest of Canada's Capital Region