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Saturday Pickleball

Vista Park Outdoor Rink — Registration is 48hrs before the games starts. Need some volunteers to help set up the nets. Have fun!!

Sat Aug 29 · 0.6 km away
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Sunday Pickleball

Vista Park Outdoor Rink — Registration is 48hrs before the games starts. Need some volunteers to help set up the nets. Have fun!!

Sun Aug 30 · 0.6 km away
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Monday Pickleball (Open Play)

Vista Park Outdoor Rink — Please come 15 minutes before to help set up the nets. This event is run by volunteers. Thank you :)

Mon Aug 31 · 0.6 km away
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2026 Blackburn Christmas Market

Blackburn Hamlet Community Hall — Join us on Saturday, November 14 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM as we celebrate the holiday season with local makers, artisans, crafters, bakers, and small businesses.

Sat Nov 14 · 7.5 km away
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$9.99 Wing Wednesday

Farm Boy — - Wing Wednesdays! Enjoy a package of a dozen hot & ready wings for just $9.99.

Wednesdays · 4.0 km away
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Karaoke Wednesdays on the Patio

Orleans Bowling Centre - OBC — Karaoke Wednesdays on the Patio are back @ Orleans Bowling & Striker's Billiards hosted by Ottawa Karaoke Nights!… See more

Wednesdays · 4.3 km away
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Cumberland Farmers' Market

Sponsored — Cumberland Farmers' Market, Cumberland. 8,212 likes · 30 talking about this · 953 were here. Cumberland’s weekly market with local food, farmers,

Weekly · 5.6 km away
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Orléans : Vendredi 23 octobre 2026 - 19h30 : Hommage à Ginette Reno

Paroisse St-Joseph d’Orléans — Orléans : Vendredi 23 octobre 2026 - Spectacle hommage à Ginette Reno

Fri Oct 23, 2026 · 4.3 km away
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Ottawa Mushroom Society Walk: September

NCC Greenbelt P23 — Guided beginner mushroom walk. Learn to spot, understand, and appreciate wild fungi—no experience needed. Relaxed pace.

Sun Sep 6, 2026 · 7.7 km away
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Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — When: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for t

Wed Sep 2 · 7.5 km away
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Cancer Chase 2026

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — The Annual Blackburn Hamlet 5K Walk/Run Cancer Chase event, supported by the Blackburn Community Association and countless community volunteers and sponsors, will be held on September 12, 2026 at the Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive. ALL funds raised go to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation for Canc

Sat Sep 12 · 7.5 km away
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Celebrate Seniors

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — Attention – Seniors You and your families are invited to a family picnic – an event to celebrate seniors on September 13th (noon to 2:30) Details are in the attached poster. PLEASE ENSURE you register by September 5th to give us adequate time to fully prepare for this event. Come join us at the J

Sun Sep 13 · 7.5 km away
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BCA Board Meeting

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — This in person meeting is open to residents of Blackburn Hamlet in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Email [email protected] for more information.

Thu Sep 17 · 7.5 km away
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BCA Volunteer Appreciation

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — More details will be posted in late Summer.

Sat Sep 19 · 7.5 km away
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Discovery Café (Free event)

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — When: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM Where: Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive Admission is free, refreshments will be served and people of all ages are invited to attend. Questions & Suggestions? Please email [email protected].

Thu Sep 24 · 7.5 km away
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Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together

Blackburn Hamlet Community Centre & Arena — When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the

Wed Oct 7 · 7.5 km away

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What it's like to live here

Read the neighbourhood like a local: daily errands, green space, housing, and the current pulse around Avalon.

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Daily errands10 nearby

Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.

Walkable core24 close-by

Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.

Green space22 parks & trails

Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.

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What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood

New furniture store in Mid-City A new furniture store in Mid-City blends vintage and funky decor.

Nearby in Orleans

Orleans Orleans has a growing selection of secondhand and vintage shops for unique finds.

Nearby in Orleans

Bevi Bevi is reopening after a hiatus.

Nearby in Orleans

Aquaview Park Aquaview Park is the neighbourhood's spot for a walk or some fresh air.

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Country Style Locals mention Country Style as a neighbourhood favourite for coffee shop.

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Water Ask locals what's worth seeing nearby and Water comes up.

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Updated August 28, 2026

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The quick read

What local news matters around Avalon right now?

Avalon Advanced Materials stock surged 99.66% following progress on critical minerals and the Nechalacho project, while the company's stock had previously plunged 29.66% on August 21, 2026. Avalon delays the reopening of Topa again, now targeting Friday for one tower, and a teen charged in the Avalon Pier murder was released on bond. A man was charged after punching a security guard at Avalon Mall, and the Avalon Golf Club's 7th and 8th holes were featured by a world-renowned photographer.

What is Avalon good for day to day?

Avalon has 5 food and drink places and 12 mapped parks in the current Tiny Local Adventure map, plus current event and local-news signals when available.

What are homes like in Avalon right now?

Tiny Local Adventure currently sees 29 home listings in or near Avalon, with a median asking price around $585,000.

Is Avalon a good place to live?

Avalon has 9 parks and green spaces, 5 places to eat, and 5 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What is Avalon known for?

Avalon is known locally for landmarks like Water, its 5-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Avalon this week?

There are 29 events on this week in and around Avalon, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Avalon best for?

Based on what's here, Avalon suits families and the outdoors.

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What is there to do in Avalon?

Avalon has 9 parks and green spaces, 5 places to eat, and landmarks like Water. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in Avalon?

Most of Avalon is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

How do I get to Avalon?

Avalon sits in Avalon, Ontario, reachable by car or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in Avalon?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Avalon, and can connect you with a local agent.