Events
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Tulipfest at Saunders Farm
FeaturedSaunders Farm Rural West Ottawa, 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaBrand-new spring festival for Saunders Farm's 50th anniversary. Nearly 500,000 tulips in 100+ varieties set within a 6-acre apple orchard. Features a Dutch windmill, artistic installations, strolling musicians, and interactive performers. Food options include A Taste of Holland with Dutch poffertjes and street food. Saunders Cider available on-site. Runs approximately 3 weeks through May. Exact […]
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Next Door Market – Vintage Pop up Spring
Next Door Ottawa 955A Gladstone Avenue Wellington West & Hintonburg, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaMulti-day artisan and vendor market running Saturday–Sunday, May 9–10. Local makers, crafts, small businesses. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.
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Ontario Guild of Town Criers Competition
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, Canada15 Town Criers and Consorts from across Ontario compete at the festival. Presented in partnership with the Ontario Guild of Town Criers and Capital Heritage Connexion. Cries begin at noon; the final cry finishes at 5 PM. Open to all spectators — no tickets needed.
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Retro Silent Disco | The National Gallery of Canada | Ottawa
FeaturedNational Gallery of Canada 380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON K1N 9N4, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaSilent disco event with 3 live DJs spinning 80s, 90s, and 00s hits via wireless headphones inside the National Gallery. Lights, visuals, and a bar. Listed as "almost full." Global sensation format blending art, music, and nostalgia.
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Dwayne Gretzky Show
Centretown · The Bronson, 211 Bronson Ave Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaToronto-based cover band Dwayne Gretzky performing at The Bronson. Show themed "Does The 90s" — two sets, no opening act. General admission standing floor and seated balcony available. Licensed 19+ with photo ID required. Presented with support of Ontario Creates. Limit of 10 tickets per household. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer […]
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Electric Feel – indie sleaze dance party, DJ Le Hartt
ByWard Market · The 27 Club, 27 York St Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaIndie sleaze dance party with DJ Le Hartt at The 27 Club. Doors at 10 PM. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.
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Friends of the Farm Plant Sale
Central Experimental Farm · Parking lot beside K.W. Neatby Building 960 Carling Ave & Maple Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaAnnual plant sale featuring many of the region's top specialty growers and nursery vendors. Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton on hand for free gardening advice. Plant check service available under canopy. […]
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Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Lansdowne (Outdoor Season)
The Glebe · Aberdeen Square, Lansdowne Park 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFreeYear-round outdoor market (May–October season). 85–150+ local vendors within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, meats, dairy, baked goods, artisan crafts, prepared foods. Buskers and musicians on-site. Free street parking Sundays; underground parking $4/hr.
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2026 Rockstar Music Spring Showcase
Downtown Ottawa · Arts Court 2 Daly Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaStudent music showcase open to all ages and levels. Great music, gifts, and family fun. Performers enter free. Tickets $25 in advance or $30 at the door.
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Flower Fun Run (Mother’s Day)
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaAn official Canadian Tulip Festival event run by Somersault Events. Takes place along a closed scenic course through the festival grounds at Dow's Lake. Limited to 600 participants — sells out early. Distances: 1K Kids Run (12 and under, includes medal) and 5K Run or Walk/Stroll. All ages and abilities welcome. Included with registration: race […]
