Activities
Driving Tours
Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec are crisscrossed with great roads and interesting destinations. Our day tours will bring you across the region, on “leisurely” or “spirited” drives, to visit hidden gems rich in culture and history. Overnight tours will explore the Eastern Townships, Muskoka, New York, Vermont and other great touring destinations. Check the Events Calendar for scheduled tours.
Ice Cream Runs
What can be better than driving on country roads on a summer evening? Ice cream of course. Every Wednesday night during the Miata/MX-5 season, UMN will organize a scenic drive to a quaint town where we can indulge in special treats at a gourmet ice cream parlor. Ice Cream Runs depart from various locations throughout the Ottawa area. Check the Events Calendar to pursue all things ice cream.
Tech & BBQ Nights
Want to work on your car but don’t have a hoist? Usually once each month during the driving season, we access a garage with hoists so you can change oil, rotate tires or undertake more adventurous projects. We also put on the best BBQ hamburgers and hot dogs during Tech Nights. In fact more members come for the grub than the garage! Check the Events Calendar for details.
Driving Schools
With perfect weight balance and rear wheel drive, the Miata/MX-5 is renowned for its nimble handling and road hugging traction. The Driving School, held every year, encourages drivers, especially new Miata/MX-5 owners, to explore the limits of vehicle handling. Under the guidance of expert instructors, participants hone driving skills on a slalom track, take tight turns on a skid pad, and improve reaction time for emergency braking. Check the Events Calendar for any upcoming driving schools.
Special Events
Aside from the regular weekly, monthly and annual events, UMN also organizes special events. These include Scavenger Hunts, Poker Runs, Funkhanas – parking lot games for sports cars, Cardle-wordle but in cars and many other fun events. Check the Events Calendar to see what special events are planned.
Monthly Meetings
UMN’s Monthly meetings are usually held in a local restaurant. We also hold an annual picnic and outing to a destination restaurant. Aside from updates on upcoming events, invited speakers occasionally present on topics of interest to Miata/MX-5 owners. While these events are called “meetings”, they are really social gatherings where members can spend a pleasant evening among friends. Check the Events Calendar for upcoming Monthly Meetings. Visitors are welcome to attend.
