Considered the crown jewel of parks in the Ottawa Valley, Robert Simpson Park is located where the Ottawa and Madawaska rivers meet.
Perfect for families, picnics, and simply relaxing.
Photo: arnprior.ca
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Considered the crown jewel of parks in the Ottawa Valley, Robert Simpson Park is located where the Ottawa and Madawaska rivers meet.
Perfect for families, picnics, and simply relaxing.
Photo: arnprior.ca
The first Saturday in June
Located at the legendary Robert Simpson Park, Priorpalooza Music Festival is a 12-hour music festival with incredible music, food, and entertainment.
Priorpalooza Music Festival features local artists from the region, food trucks, children’s entertainment, and rides. It is completely free!
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Currently residing in Arnprior, Craig Cardiff is a Juno-nominated Canadian folk singer.
Having released over sixteen projects, Cardiff’s musical catalogue is diverse and incredible. Cardiff has toured worldwide performing his music and is renowned in the music community for his simple yet complex musical masterpieces.
Photo by Kathy Roussel, Craigcardiff, CC BY-SA 3.0
The Arnprior Market is a weekly seasonal market. It is held every Sunday of the summer in downtown Arnprior.
Featuring local produce, meats, baking, and homemade goods, Arnprior market is the perfect way to spend a Sunday morning. The market hosts live music, performances, and artists weekly.
Photo: https://www.facebook.com/groups/arnpriormarket/
The O’Brien Entertainment Corporation purchased the building where is the O’Brien Theatre now in 1928. The theatre is still located in a historically significant building today.
Playing all the latest and greatest movies, the O’Brien Theatre is Arnprior’s number one spot for entertainment!
Photo: obrientheatre.com
Showcasing the history of Arnprior and the surrounding area, the Arnprior and District Museum is located under the clock tower in the heart of Arnprior.
The Museum features permanent and travelling exhibits that bring unique perspectives and mediums to telling the story of Arnprior and the Ottawa Valley. Travel back in time and learn how the Ottawa and Madawaska rivers shaped the population of Arnprior or know how local Indigenous life was before contact.
Photo: facebook.com/arnpriormuseum
Sand Point Lighthouse was once the only thing keeping travellers safe on the open waters of the Ottawa River. Built in 1909, the lighthouse is one of the last accessible lighthouses from the early 20th Century.
This unique lighthouse is in a perfect area to spend a day outside Arnprior. Perfect for photos and families.
Photo: lighthousefriends.com
Built over 30 years ago, Madawaska Golf Course now features 36 beautiful holes of golf, ensuring you never get bored of the course.
Madawaska Golf Course has top-of-the-line facilities, including an incredible clubhouse, a pro shop, a gourmet restaurant, and a fantastic practice facility.
Photo: https://madawaskagolf.com/
This Arnprior treasure is a fantastic second-hand store that provides the community with everything from furniture to clothing to knick-knacks. A community favourite, Treasure Chest Antiques always has sales and is accessible for any budget.
Photo: facebook.com/people/Treasure-Chest