Events

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Dief the Chief: October ’62 is making its return this summer! Join us this Father's Day weekend as we welcome actor Pierre Brault in this touring play throughout the Diefenbunker that blends storytelling and history in a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience, 75 feet underground. Dates - Friday, June 14 & Saturday, June 15 - Friday, July ...

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum will be opening its blast doors with discounted admission for visitors on Monday, July 1, 2024. Date: Monday, July 1, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with designated entry time slots every 15 minutes. The last entry time slot is at 2:00 p.m. Cost: Discounted admission at 50% off the...

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
We invite you to join us this fall for the Diefenbunker’s Cold War Speaker Series! In this series of free events, hear from experts on a variety of topics to bring you new perspectives on Cold War themes and events. Event 1 Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024 Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. ET Location: Live...

Virtual
We invite you to join us this fall for the Diefenbunker’s Cold War Speaker Series! In this series of free events, hear from experts on a variety of topics to bring you new perspectives on Cold War themes and events. Event 2 Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024 Time: 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. ET Location: Virtual

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Our annual Toddlers’ Halloween Hunt is back! Bring your little ones for a day of fun to get them into the Halloween spirit. Come dressed in your favourite costume and explore hidden Halloween surprises in our 100,000-square-foot underground bunker that will be decked out for the occasion. Enjoy the fun atmosphere, decorations, and perfect photo

Virtual
We invite you to join us this fall for the Diefenbunker’s Cold War Speaker Series! In this series of free events, hear from experts on a variety of topics to bring you new perspectives on Cold War themes and events. Event 3 Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 Time: 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. ET Location: Virtual

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Our signature annual Whisky Tasting Fundraiser returns to the Diefenbunker this year. Descend into history and join us 75 feet underground for an evening of tasteful pairings: whisky sampling and a walk through history, with light fare and tasteful tunes to cleanse the palate. Savour unique flavours and a slice of the past, while contributing

Stay warm and explore our 100,000-square-foot underground museum as you search for snowflakes and other signs of winter in our Snowflake Scavenger Hunt.   Families will be given a guide for…

Appreciate the diversity of Indigenous cultures through an interactive workshop where you’ll create a traditional Indigenous craft, facilitated by Makatew Workshops.  The Diefenbunker values art as a means for expressing…

Meet with 2024 Artist-in-Residence Don Kwan at the Diefenbunker Museum to learn about the exhibition “Hidden Heroes”.  “Hidden Heroes” weaves together stories of unsung heroes, through intricate sculptures that highlight…

UPDATE: Activities at the Huntley Community Centre and outdoor rink have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience. You can still enjoy Winterlude activities at the…

This March Break, descend into history and immerse yourself in stories from the past. Explore a four-storey underground bunker and former Cold War communications headquarters at the Diefenbunker. > Participate…