Events for May 2, 2026
Empowering Women in the Music Industry Conference (6th Edition)
Axé WorldFest conference with panels, workshops, mentorship, showcases, and networking across Ottawa venues, anchored at 1 Elgin Street. Good fit for creative-industry networking. Empowering Women in the Music Industry (EWIMI) – 6th Edition is a three-day, multi-venue conference and showcase program taking place across Ottawa–Gatineau. Featuring over 17 events in 9 venues—including live and DJ […]
Ottawa Clay Festival
Presented by the Ottawa Guild of Potters. Features spring pottery sale with 30+ local potters, annual juried exhibition, live pottery demonstrations, pottery throwdown, and kids' clay area. Free admission. All ages welcome. It always begins when the Spring Pottery Sale opens its doors at 3 pm. At 5 pm, join us for the Annual Juried […]
Ottawa PoutineFest – 10th Anniversary
10th anniversary edition of Ottawa's signature poutine festival. 100+ poutine varieties. Live music, Kids Zone, Bevvy Garden, exotic poutine competition, and NEW Ontario Buttertart Festival on-site. Free admission; food and drink purchased from vendors. Transit accessible; loads of parking on-site. Close to Billings Bridge Mall.
THE INVISIBLE – Agents of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Film noir musical by Catalyst Theatre based on real female WWII operatives. Genre-busting multilingual production blending spy fiction, graphic novel aesthetics, and original music. Ages 13+. Running through May 9. […]
Alone in the Dark – Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
This immersive guided paranormal investigation invites participants to explore a series of historic buildings after dark, including a church, schoolhouse, train station and family home. Led by experienced hosts, the experience incorporates both traditional and modern investigative techniques, encouraging observation and personal interpretation. Designed for curious participants, this small-group experience offers a quiet, atmospheric alternative […]
Oniro – Magical Forrest Walk (Night)
Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. The ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
Orchidophilia 2026 – 42nd Annual Orchid Show
42nd annual show by Ottawa Orchid Society. Hundreds of blooming orchids on display, vendors selling orchids, free workshops, Ikebana and photography displays. Free parking in Lots 8 & 9. Tripod […]
Hintonburg Fabric Flea Market
Fabric Market including all things sewing related. Saturday May 2 2026, 9:30 am-3 pm at Fisher Park Community Centre. 250 Holland Ave, Ottawa. Best prices for all sewing stuff, Free parking $3 entrance Don't miss out on bargain prices on all things sewing-related: quilting cotton, notions, buttons, wool, patterns, tools and so much more. Nick […]
613 flea market
Monthly not-for-profit flea market. 150 vendors: makers, bakers, artists, artisans, vintage clothing, records, comics, food vendors. Free admission. Dogs welcome. Note: Aberdeen Pavilion closed for renovations as of Q2 2026. Verify current location on their website before going.
Anyone Can Sculpt Ice: Ottawa’s Hands-On Ice Sculpting Workshop
Discover the fundamentals of ice sculpting in a guided, hands on workshop experience. Participants are introduced to essential techniques for carving small scale ice sculptures, including safety practices, proper tool handling, and foundational artistic methods. Led in an indoor setting, this interactive workshop offers insight into the craftsmanship behind ice art and provides participants with […]
Ottawa Rapid FC vs. Calgary Wild FC
Ottawa’s professional women’s soccer team (Ottawa Rapid FC) NSL home opener vs. Calgary Wild FC. Ottawa Rapid FC kicked off 2026 with a friendly match last month on April 17 […]
Lowest of the Low performing Shakespeare My Butt
Canadian alt-rock veterans Lowest of the Low live performing Shakespeare My Butt to celebrate its 35th Anniversary. 19+ show.
The OBGMs, The Effens, BANEZEAN
Toronto punk trio The OBGMs headline with The Effens and BANEZEAN in support. 19+ with photo ID. Presented with support of Ontario Creates and Beyond The Pale.
Triumph: The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour (with April Wine)
Canadian classic rock legends Triumph headline with April Wine as support. Large arena show. Parking available on-site. Box office opens 2 hours before event.