Carleton Place is conveniently location within day-tripping distance of many attractions within the Ottawa Valley, and just half an hour away from downtown Ottawa. There is an enormous variety of things to do locally all year round. Below is a taste of what can be found right on our doorstep.

Towns & Villages

We are blessed with a wonderful array of historic towns and villages nearby including Perth, Almonte, Pakenham, Westport and Arnprior, as well as the village of Carp just west of Ottawa. All offer terrific day trip options.

Outdoors & Sporting Attractions

We’re superbly positioned for holidays that include skiing (both downhill and cross-country at Mount Pakenham and in the nearby Gatineau Hills), snowshoeing, fishing, boating, swimming, skating, cycling, and much more.

Cultural Attractions

A great calendar for local events across the Ottawa Valley can be found in the free arts and community newspaper, theHumm, and on its website.

Seasonal Attractions

Our local area is home to many community fairs and a series of renowned festivals including:

Bridge Street Bazaar – one-day festival in downtown Carleton Place each summer

Carp Garlic Festival – held at the renowned Carp Farmers’ Market (every August in Carp)

CeltFest – Celtic and Ottawa Valley music festival (every July in Almonte)

Fibrefest – festival of fibre arts (every September in Almonte)

Maple Weekend – local maple syrup operations hold special events (every spring across the Valley)

North Lanark Highland Games – (every August in Almonte)

Perth Festival of the Maples – held in late spring (in Perth)

Perth Garlic Festival – something for everyone (every August in Perth)

Puppets Up! International Puppet Festival – fun for all ages (every August in Almonte)

Stewart Park Festival – music for everyone (every July in Perth)