About this Event
3 events over 3 days! Each will have its own atmosphere and flavour.
Tues – Welcome Cocktail Evening The Métropolitain, 700 Sussex Drive – 7:00 PM
Wed – Reunion Lunch The Heart & Crown, 67 Clarence Street – 11:30 AM
Thurs – Final Night Celebration The Rainbow, 76 Murray Street – 7:00 PM
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Tuesday, Sept 15 – 7:00 PM Welcome Cocktail Evening
Métropolitain Brasserie – 700 Sussex Drive
We’ll kick things off in style with a relaxed evening in the elegant Paris Room and Raw Bar. With its Parisian-inspired décor, warm lighting, and classic brasserie atmosphere, it’s the perfect setting for what will be the first time many of us have seen each other in 50 years.
We’ll have exclusive use of both rooms, giving us plenty of space to mingle, reconnect, and wander between conversations while enjoying oysters and other canapés, drinks from the private bar, and a soundtrack of great ’70s music.
Yes — we’ll have name tags (complete with our yearbook photos!) to help everyone reconnect quickly.
It promises to be a lively evening of laughter, recognition, and rediscovering old friendships.
Tickets: $45
Alumni only
Cash Bar
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Wednesday, Sept 16 – 11:30 AM Reunion Lunch
The Heart & Crown – 67 Clarence Street
After the excitement of Tuesday night, we’ll gather the next morning for a relaxed lunch at The Heart & Crown in the heart of the ByWard Market.
Established in 1992 and often called “Ottawa’s Irish Village,” The Heart & Crown stretches a full city block and features multiple cozy pubs and bars under one roof. We’ll have our own private area with two bars and plenty of space to spread out, plus access to a sunny outdoor patio if the weather cooperates.
You’ll be able to order your own lunch directly from their menu, which offers globally inspired Irish favourites and hearty Canadian classics. Coffee and tea will be available, and there will be lots of time to continue conversations from the night before and reconnect with classmates you may have missed.
It’s the perfect comfortable low-key setting to keep the good times rolling on our second day together.
Tickets: $10
Alumni only
Cash bar
(Lunch purchased individually from the menu)
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Thursday, September 17 – 7:00 PM Final Night Celebration – Live Music!
The Rainbow – 76 Murray Street, ByWard Market
We’ll finish the reunion with a bang at the legendary Rainbow — one of Ottawa’s most beloved live music venues.
With its intimate, no-frills charm and reputation for great music, The Rainbow has long been a favourite gathering place for musicians and music lovers alike. You’re going to be dancing to the music of , a nine-piece band with a terrific brass section known for their high-energy covers of Motown and classic rock favourites. In other words — bring your dancing shoes, because this band specializes in keeping the dance floor full.
Unlike the first two events, this night is open to spouses, partners, and even your adult children. Once our alumni registrations are in, we’ll also invite other Pius alumni from the 1970s — and possibly even friends from Immaculata’s Class of ’76 — to join the party.
With a capacity of about 180, it should be a lively, fantastic crowd and a truly memorable way to close out our reunion.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to CHEO (Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario).
Tickets: $30
Alumni and friends
Cash Bar
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- Flexible attendance — Purchase any combination of the three days (or all three) in one easy checkout. Note: Keep in mind that for the final night at The Rainbow, you can also purchase tickets for spouses, partners and adult children.
- Three unique venues — Each day has its own atmosphere: classy Parisian brasserie (Tuesday), lively Irish pub (Wednesday), and legendary live music nightclub (Thursday). Full addresses and maps are on your individual tickets.
- Dress code — Be as dressy as you want, especially on the first night! Smart casual or even ’70s-inspired attire welcome. Comfort is the priority though — we’re here to reconnect and have fun!
- What’s included — Ticket price covers entry, a welcome glass of sparkling wine, oysters and appetizers (Tuesday), brunch buffet with tea & coffee (Wednesday), entertainment (Thursday). Cash bar available at all events.
- Parking — Three nearby lots: Indigo Parking – 700 Sussex Dr. beneath The Métropolitain with elevator access up into the building. ByWard Market Garage Parking - 70 Clarence St. Entrance: Clarence St. at Parent Ave. Impark - Notre Dame Cathedral - 385 Sussex Dr. Entrance: Parent Ave, between St. Patrick St. & Guigues Ave.
- Accessibility — Métropolitain and Heart & Crown are wheelchair accessible. The Rainbow is not currently accessible. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us before registering so we can discuss options or alternatives but we are confident we can figure this out.
- Venue Capacity — Tuesday and Wednesday venues can comfortably accommodate all alumni. Thursday’s Final Night at The Rainbow gives priority ticketing to alumni, spouses, partners and adult children. Remaining tickets will be released later to other Pius years to help fill the venue.
- Dietary needs — Please note any allergies or special requests when registering. Venues will do their best to accommodate.
- Plans change: — If you need to adjust or cancel a ticket, just contact us and we’ll do our best to help.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Various locations in Ottawa, ByWard Market, Ottawa, Canada
CAD 0.00 to CAD 45.00
