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SoulRhythms (Afro-Caribbean dance workshop)
FeaturedPeter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFree weekly drop-in Afro-Caribbean dance workshop by Cultural Arts Studio. Travels through movement and dance traditions from across Africa and the Caribbean. 45 minutes, all ages and dance levels welcome. Held Mondays at the NAC. From traditional to modern Afro-Caribbean folklore-based movement, the Cultural Arts Studio will lead you through an energizing 45-minute group class […]
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Toddler Tuesdays – NAC
FeaturedPeter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFree weekly drop-in program for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. Singing, dancing, games, and story time led by instructor Jesse Kahat. Fully interactive exploration of the performing arts through creative play. No ticket required.
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Sicard Artist Series – Fourth Stage NAC
NAC · Fourth Stage 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaEmerging Canadian Indigenous artist performing Indigenous/Singer-Songwriter/Folk. Part of the John and Pina Sicard Artist Series that spotlights rising Canadian talent at the intimate Fourth Stage. John and Pina Sicard have […]
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Arteast Pavilion – Ottawa Tulip Festival
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaLocal Ottawa art showcase at the festival. A downloadable Activity Calendar PDF with full programming details is available directly from the Arteast Pavilion page. The PDF link on the page is: https://tulipfestival.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Tulip-festival-boutique-and-activity-description-V1-1-1.pdf-1.pdf
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Korean Pavilion – Ottawa Tulip Festival
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaHonours the shared history of Canada and the Netherlands during the Korean War and the lasting friendship forged between the nations. Features a Korean cultural experience zone with interactive activities. […]
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Dutch Pavilion – Ottawa Tulip Festival
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaHosted in partnership with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. A cultural experience celebrating the historic gift of tulips from the Dutch royal family to Canada following World War II. No separate page beyond the main festival site.
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Tulip Market – Handcrafted Treasures
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaA curated artisan market featuring local makers who have created tulip-inspired pieces for the festival. Items include home décor, artwork, handmade gifts, and one-of-a-kind keepsakes. Confirmed 2026 vendors: Arteast, Chayana'k, Doozy Candles, La Vie A I'en Verre, Little Creek, Ricovjewlery, Shiloh, Soldar.
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CF Rideau Centre Self-Guided Walking Tour
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaA free 7-stop self-guided walking tour through Commissioners Park using QR codes at each stop. Highlights include the Queen Juliana Gift Bed, The Man with Two Hats historic statue, and Heritage Canada's Dutch-Canadian War Brides Display. Requires a QR code reader on your phone. You can start the tour directly at: https://tulipfestival.ca/walking-tour-stop-1/
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Canadian Tulip Festival
FeaturedDow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaWorld's largest tulip festival. 300,000+ tulips across 26 gardens. Free admission to grounds. Paid activities include the Tulip Trail ($5) and CIBC Tulip Trek ($5). Dutch Pavilion, Korean Pavilion, Tulip […]
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Neo Financial Play Zone featuring Velocity Games
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaA drop-in family activity hub. Features oversized yard games, creative building stations, and hands-on activities for all ages. Every weekend the zone transforms into an adventure hub with obstacle courses and Nerf battles — designed by Velocity Games, a youth entrepreneur-founded business. No registration required.
