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Major seasonal event with egg hunts, outdoor activities, food vendors, very popular for families
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Touring live music showcase featuring Canadian artists, indie/alt vibe, multi-city tour stop
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Curated vendors selling vintage clothing and collectibles, trendy crowd, unique finds .........
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Held at University of Ottawa (Desmarais Building), discussion-focused cultural + academic event on Francophone diversity, strong intellectual + networking crowd
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The Jamaican High Commission is proud to be part of the 2026 Y Embassy Chef Showcase at Lansdowne Park. Come taste what our chef have been cooking up and celebrate the best of international cuisine in the National Capital Region. |
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Canada's premier ladies' conference, this event creates a unique space for young women to deepen their faith and grow in community. |
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The 3rd Ottawa Retro & Antique Market at Next Door Ottawa. Vintage, antique, retro, furniture, décor, clothing, & basically anything from the past… when stuff was better! Whether you're a hardcore collector, a design nerd, or just into the charm of cool old stuff, you'll find rare gems and stylish throwbacks that bring serious character. |
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A community-driven and not-for-profit initiative with a charitable focus on facilitating a social awareness of literacy as vital to a thriving participatory democracy and seeks to promote a just society for all in a festive environment that mutually engages communities toward social action that affirms constitutional rights and freedoms. |
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Tech + networking event connecting women in tech with hiring companies, startup vibe, good for career growth and meeting recruiters |
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Multi-day folk music festival with concerts, workshops, and community jams at First Unitarian Congregation, mix of paid evening shows + free daytime programming. The Ottawa Grassroots Festival is a non-profit, community-based, volunteer-run organization dedicated to cultivating community at the local level through a vibrant annual festival of concerts and participatory workshops. |
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Annual fibre art show and sale at Kitchissippi United Church, 630 Island Park Drive. Creative textile and mixed-media work by local artists. Free, but donations are appreciated. 
Outdoor food festival celebrating Canadian poutine, multiple vendors, casual fun vibe, great for groups and food lovers Festival Hours: Friday 11:00am - 9pm Saturday 11:00am - 9pm Sunday 11:00am - 6:00pm |
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Film screenings, guest Q&As, and Irish culture at Ottawa Art Gallery, strong niche cultural appeal 
Annual event showcasing the latest products, gear and trips for every type of outdoor enthusiast. The Outdoor & Adventure Travel Show has something for everyone who loves being outdoors, from paddling and camping to adventure travel and family activities. Enjoy free admission and free parking, see the products, plan the trips and enjoy the presentations […]
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Village-wide spring event with performances, pop-ups, specials, kids activities, live music, tastings, and promotions across Manotick businesses. Strong neighbourhood turnout. Schedule of events: Spring Fling Art Lounge - Manotick Legion, 5550 Ann St 10am to 3pm: Facepainting with Krysia & Mae - Minimum Donation $5 for YOMA 11am to 2pm: Caricature Art by Doc Z […] |
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Weekly farmers market with local produce, baked goods, artisans, great casual Sunday outing
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Comic-focused convention at the RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive. Vendors, artists, writers, creators, and collector-heavy crowd. One of the clearer niche draw events that weekend. General admissions: CA$9.85 VIP Admission (Early Access 10am): 14.11
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Another edition of the Spring Craft Market, a vibrant showcase of local creative culture. Shop from a curated selection of handmade goods, makers, producers and artists, all while supporting small businesses in our community. It’s the perfect opportunity to buy your Mother’s Day gifts! |
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Social-professional mixer at NUVO Lounge 295. Popular recurring young professionals networking event with entrepreneur, creator, and business crowd. |
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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 […]
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Indie/alternative music festival kickoff at Live on Elgin, strong local music scene, energetic nightlife crowd
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Large-scale job fair at Nepean Sportsplex, employers across industries, resume drop + networking opportunities
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Career fair at Rogers Centre Ottawa, 55 Colonel By Drive, Room 205/207. Hiring managers, recruiters, colleges, and training exhibitors. Useful practical event with strong documentation. |
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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 […] 
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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. 
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Nightly guided 90-minute lantern-lit walking tour. Visits Fairmont Château Laurier, Bytown Museum, Rideau Canal, Commissariat Building, and Lisgar Collegiate. Multiple departure times offered most evenings. Runs year-round. Suitable for all ages. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending. 
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. This unlikely musical draws its story from the real-life international team of female agents who comprised the “Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” during World War II. […] 
Make sure to catch an incredible music show from this Concert Series this fall and winter. Featuring Canadian and international artists, this season’s Concert Series is sure to be one of Chamberfest™’s best series to date Le Consort Laurentien x Lagrime MacKay United | 39 Dufferin Rd, Ottawa, ON K1M 2H3 Tonight, we welcome Quebec-born […]
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Acclaimed indie folk singer-songwriter Leith Ross performing live. Special guest Wyatt C. Louis. All ages, licensed venue. Known for emotionally resonant lyrics and atmospheric folk soundscapes. |