While You’re Here
Venues
If you have any further accessibility questions, you can contact us at info@animationfestival.ca or fill out our anonymous form to provide us feedback.
Arts Court
Where you’ll find: OIAF Office, OIAF Registration, Arts Court Theatre, Chez Ani, Aniboutique, Club SAW
Arts CourtAddress: 2 Daly Ave. https://goo.gl/maps/kejNrfHHFajZjnDC6
Venue Description: A multi-storey building housing local arts organizations. Service Animal-friendly and has multiple places to sit.
Wheelchair Access: An accessible entrance is available via ramp at 67 Nicholas Street. Elevators are available throughout the building.
Bathrooms: Gender-neutral bathrooms are available throughout the building.
- More Info: https://artscourt.ca/visitor-info-en
Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG)
Where you’ll find: Alma Duncan Salon
Address: 10 Daly Ave. https://goo.gl/maps/syz8heqkqTsMLwxJ9
Venue Description: A multi-storey building housing exhibition space, an auditorium, and workshop rooms. Service Animal-friendly and has multiple places to sit.
Wheelchair Access: All entrances are wheelchair accessible. An accessible drop-off location for Para Transpo is available at 10 Daly Avenue. Elevators are available throughout the building.
Bathrooms: Gender-neutral bathrooms are available throughout the building.
ByTowne Cinema
Address: 325 Rideau St. https://goo.gl/maps/HQFSPfmpTnv3Lc8z7
Venue Description: A single-screen repertory cinema.
Wheelchair Access: Accessible entrance and reserved seating for wheelchair users.
Bathrooms: Women’s/Men’s bathrooms. Both washrooms have accessible stalls, however, the doors to the men’s room are the old 30″ standard width with no automated door opener. Staff or patrons can open the door for you.
National Arts Centre (NAC)
Address: 1 Elgin St. https://maps.app.goo.gl/cDfh24f6DUWXg4pg6
Venue Description: A multi-storey performing arts center with theatres and event space. Service Animal-friendly and has multiple places to sit.
Wheelchair Access: Accessible entrance available on Elgin Street. The Canal Lobby entrance, the Parking 2 vestibule, and the Parking 3 vestibule are also accessible. Elevators are available throughout the building.
Bathrooms: Women’s/Men’s accessible bathrooms are available throughout the building. Universal and companion care washrooms, including one with an electronic lift, are located at the Orchestra Level of Southam Hall.

Strathcona Park
Where you’ll find: The Animators’ Picnic
Address: 25 Range Rd. https://goo.gl/maps/WfB8UVWv1uKwDr5ZA
Venue Description: A large public park with a mix of grassy areas and concrete/gravel paths. Service animal-friendly and has multiple places to sit.
Wheelchair Access: Concrete paths around the periphery of the park are connected via gravel paths.
Bathrooms: Women’s/Men’s accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transit:
- Route 19- Laurier E / Range https://goo.gl/maps/XEBvfc3uRpZpUWqj6
- Route 16- Somerset E / Goulbourn https://goo.gl/maps/WFquv6fsr4dYGtAJ9
Parking:
- Free Parking available on site https://goo.gl/maps/H1enNmgDKZgEgEJ98
More Info: https://map.accessnow.com/details/60405760-fd26-11eb-b731-06d275231987?lng=en
Lowertown Brewery
Where you’ll find: Opening Night Party
Address: 73 York St. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Bwj5QFU6gCwUMGKB7
Venue Description: A two-storey bar and restaurant serving Canadian comfort fare with craft beer & cocktails in casual digs with a spacious patio. Service Animal-friendly and multiple places to sit both indoors and outdoors.
Wheelchair Access: The main entrance of the main floor is accessible via ramp. The upper floor is only accessible via stairs. An accessible drop-off location for Para Transpo is available at the Rideau LRT Station entrance on Rideau St.
Bathrooms: Accessible bathrooms are available on the main floor. There are additional bathrooms (not accessible) down a set of stairs in the basement.
- More Info: https://www.lowertownbrewery.ca/
Public Transit
Getting around the city is easy with OC Transpo and the O-Train! Tap your credit or debit card to ride. We recommend downloading the Transit app – your best source of info for getting around.
PARKING NEAR OIAF
Parking Recommendations
Our best bets for parking near the Festival’s main screening venues.
BYTOWNE CINEMA
Near 325 Rideau Street
Rideau & Nelson Streets
Street parking can often be found around Rideau and Nelson.
*Free on weekends or after 3:30 pm. Always check the posted signs.
Loblaws Rideau
363 Rideau Street · Enter from Nelson Street
$5 for 2.5 hours, or for the day on Saturday and Sunday.
Not suitable for late shows—the lot closes at 10:00 pm.
ARTS COURT & OTTAWA ART GALLERY
Near 2–10 Daly Avenue
Nicholas, Besserer & Daly
Some street parking is available on these streets and in the surrounding area.
*Generally free after 7:30 pm and on Sundays. Check the posted signs.
University of Ottawa Desmarais Garage
55 Laurier Avenue East · Enter from Nicholas Street
Underground parking. Pay and display or use the HotSpot app, lot #4002.
$5.50/hour · $9 maximum after 3:00 pm and on weekends
Gilad Parking
90 Besserer Street
Outdoor pay-and-display lot with in-and-out privileges on weekends.
$8 evenings · $8 all day Saturday and Sunday
City Hall Parking
110 Laurier Avenue West
A little farther away, but by far the best bargain.
$2 after 6:00 pm and on weekends
Rideau Centre Green Garage
72 Besserer Street · Lot 113
The closest and most convenient option, but also the most expensive.
$20 for 12 hours · $14 for 2.5 hours
Parking availability, prices and hours may change. Please check posted signs and rates when you arrive.
OIAF-APPROVED EATS
Restaurants
Animators gotta eat! Try one of these OIAF-approved restaurants, bars, and cafés to refuel between screenings.
Some quick staff snack destinations: Jackson in the OAG is offering 10% off to passholders, poutine lovers should hit Smokes (407 Dalhousie), Farmboy in the Rideau Centre is always good for a quick salad or sandwich, finally you have to experience Shawarma Palace (464 Rideau) - share a plate with a friend.

European & Canadian
The Albion Rooms
33 Nicholas Street · 613-656-1638
Farm-to-table meat, fish and pasta with excellent Canadian and European wines, beers and cocktails.
OIAF ticket and passholders save 20%
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Avant-Garde Bar
135½ Besserer Street · 613-321-8908
A quiet festival hang-out for drinks, Eastern European snacks, Italian coffee, art and conversation—just a couple of blocks from the Rideau Centre.
A relaxed OIAF meeting spot
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Vietnamese
Pho By Night
309 Dalhousie Street · 613-789-8885
Family-run since 2000, serving pho, bánh mì, vermicelli bowls and Vietnamese favourites, with vegan and halal-friendly options.
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Fine Dining
Riviera
62 Sparks Street · 613-233-6262
Classic dishes and standout cocktails in a grand former bank building just steps from Parliament Hill.
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Brewpub
Beyond the Pale ByWard Taproom
21 George Street · 613-789-8787
Local craft beer, cocktails and a chef-driven menu in the heart of the ByWard Market.
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Games & Pub Food
Level One Gaming Pub
14 Waller Street · 613-979-7529
An all-ages restaurant with thousands of board and video games available to play for a small flat fee.
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Canadian Treats
BeaverTails Ottawa
69 George Street · 613-241-1230
Hot, hand-stretched pastries with sweet toppings at the flagship ByWard Market location.
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Armenian & Georgian
Yan’s Restaurant
86 Murray Street · 647-806-6084
Khachapuri, kebabs and oven-roasted meats introduce the rich flavours of Armenian and Georgian cooking.
Reservations recommended
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Neighbourhood Dining
Town & Citizen
Town: 296 Elgin Street · 613-695-8696
Citizen: 207 Gilmour Street · 613-422-6505
Two welcoming Centretown spaces serving the same seasonal menu with curated wines, craft beer and spirits.
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Cocktails & Dining
Rabbit Hole
208 Sparks Street
Creative cocktails and food served across four distinctive spaces in a striking 130-year-old building.
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