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SUMMARY:270 West Consulting Presents the Tulip Trail
DESCRIPTION:A NEW immersive 40-minute experience tracing 4\,000 years of tulip history across 12\,000 km. The journey covers: wild tulips in the Central Asian Mountains (2000 BCE) → Silk Road and Ottoman Empire tulip gardens → Dutch Tulipmania financial bubble → Canada’s WWII legacy and the Royal Gift of Tulips → a photo op in the studio of legendary Canadian photographer and festival founder Malak Karsh. Entrance at the Great Lawn at Preston Rd. and Queen Elizabeth Driveway. Your receipt is your ticket. Spots fill fast — book in advance.
URL:https://613times.com/event/270-west-consulting-presents-the-tulip-trail/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals,Seasonal
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SUMMARY:Arteast Pavilion - Ottawa Tulip Festival
DESCRIPTION:Local 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
URL:https://613times.com/event/arteast-pavilion-ottawa-tulip-festival/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Seasonal
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T180000
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SUMMARY:Korean Pavilion - Ottawa Tulip Festival
DESCRIPTION:Honours 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. No separate page beyond the main festival site.
URL:https://613times.com/event/korean-pavilion-ottawa-tulip-festival/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Seasonal
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T180000
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SUMMARY:Dutch Pavilion - Ottawa Tulip Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hosted 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.
URL:https://613times.com/event/dutch-pavilion-ottawa-tulip-festival/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Seasonal
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T180000
DTSTAMP:20260518T031238
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T094557Z
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SUMMARY:CF Rideau Centre Self-Guided Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:A 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/
URL:https://613times.com/event/cf-rideau-centre-self-guided-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T031238
CREATED:20260430T110811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T094520Z
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SUMMARY:Canadian Tulip Festival
DESCRIPTION:World’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 Market\, Tulip Taxi cart rides\, self-guided legacy tour\, blacklight boardwalk after dark\, Tulip Town activity area for kids. Flower Fun Run on May 9. Site open 10 AM–8 PM. \nNo fireworks or drone show at the 2026 festival.\nThe festival website states: “”We hope to return to the skies for our Diamond Jubilee in 2027.”” Event details can change — verify at tulipfestival.ca before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/canadian-tulip-festival/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Seasonal
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T031238
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SUMMARY:CIBC Tulip Trek: self-guided scavenger hunt through the gardens
DESCRIPTION:A family scavenger hunt through Commissioners Park. Start at Dow’s Lake Pavilion to pick up your first clue and explorer tools. Crack 6 clues hidden throughout the park while learning the history of the tulip festival. Final mission: find the Groundskeeper’s hidden shed and turn on the water to save the tulips. Your receipt is your ticket — show it on your phone or printed at the starting line. Tickets sold directly on the festival website.
URL:https://613times.com/event/cibc-tulip-trek-self-guided-scavenger-hunt-through-the-gardens/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Polestar Ottawa Tulip Taxi
DESCRIPTION:Hop-on\, hop-off golf cart service covering the full 1.2 km length of the festival. Three stops: South End Hub (near Carleton University parking and south Info Centre) → Mid-Festival Stop (steps from OC Transpo buses\, food trucks\, artisan vendors\, Dutch Pavilion\, and Booth St. Info Centre) → Great Lawn Gateway (access to O-Train\, Dow’s Lake Pavilion\, Dow’s Lake Info Centre\, Tulip Trek and Tulip Trail entrances). Passes are limited — book in advance. First-come\, first-served on the day.
URL:https://613times.com/event/polestar-ottawa-tulip-taxi/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260508T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T094213Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Ceremony - Tulip Festival
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance Ceremony honouring veterans from World War II to today. Includes a Cannon Salute and CF-18 Fly Over. No tickets required.
URL:https://613times.com/event/opening-ceremony-tulip-festival/
LOCATION:Dow’s Lake · Commissioners Park\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Seasonal
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T094309Z
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SUMMARY:Tulipfest at Saunders Farm
DESCRIPTION:Brand-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. \nFood options include A Taste of Holland with Dutch poffertjes and street food. Saunders Cider available on-site. Runs approximately 3 weeks through May. \nExact 2026 daily hours not yet published – check saundersfarm.com before visiting. \nEvent details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/tulipfest-at-saunders-farm/
LOCATION:Saunders Farm\, Rural West Ottawa\, 7893 Bleeks Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260524T210000
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CREATED:20260517T062210Z
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SUMMARY:Kanata Ribfest May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Craft beer\, delicious food\, and live entertainment to kick off the barbecue season. Multi-day outdoor event in Kanata. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.\nFestival Hours:\nFriday 11am to 9pm\nSaturday 11am to 9pm\nSunday 11am to 7pm
URL:https://613times.com/event/kanata-ribfest-may-2026/
LOCATION:Kanata · Community Hub\, 400 March Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260518T031238
CREATED:20260517T063200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T063200Z
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SUMMARY:Great Glebe Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Great Glebe Garage Sale is one of Ottawa’s most beloved and long-running community traditions\, held annually since 1986 on the fourth Saturday of May\, where hundreds of Glebe residents set up on their front lawns\, driveways\, and porches to sell books\, clothing\, furniture\, antiques\, and more. Local Glebe businesses also hold a concurrent sidewalk sale\, transforming the entire neighbourhood into one massive open-air marketplace for a full morning of browsing. The event is free to attend and entirely outdoors\, best explored on foot through the Glebe’s tree-lined streets; parking in the neighbourhood is limited and transit is recommended. Visitors are traditionally encouraged to donate a portion of proceeds to the Ottawa Food Bank\, continuing a long-standing charitable tradition. This event draws thousands of attendees each year and is ideal for bargain hunters\, vintage lovers\, and anyone who enjoys a festive community atmosphere. \nEvent details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/great-glebe-garage-sale/
LOCATION:The Glebe neighbourhood\, streets and front lawns\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260524T220000
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SUMMARY:Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is Canada’s largest and most celebrated annual road race event\, featuring seven races including the Ottawa Marathon\, Half Marathon\, 10K\, 5K\, 2K\, and Kids Marathon\, all starting and finishing at Ottawa City Hall.\nThe event includes a Running and Fitness Expo (May 21–23)\, a Festival Plaza with a beer garden and live DJ\, elite athlete competition\, and charity fundraising through the Desjardins Charity Challenge. \nAll registered participants receive free OC Transpo transit on race weekend\, and public transit is the recommended way to access downtown given road closures. \nThe event welcomes runners of all abilities from beginners to elites\, and spectators are welcome to cheer along the route for free. Race registration is required and many distances are sold out; check the Run Ottawa website for availability. \nEvent details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/tamarack-ottawa-race-weekend/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T031238
CREATED:20260517T064726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T064726Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Asian Festival Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Celebration featuring K-pop dancers\, musicians\, and street food chefs specializing in trendy Asian dishes. Brings together people of all ages\, cultures\, and backgrounds. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-asian-festival-night-market/
LOCATION:LeBreton Flats\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260530T230000
DTSTAMP:20260518T031238
CREATED:20260517T085811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T085811Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Chinatown Night Market
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Chinatown Night Market returns for 2026\, transforming Somerset Street West into a vibrant two-day outdoor celebration of culture\, cuisine\, and community in the heart of Ottawa’s Chinatown. The market features street food spanning traditional Chinese dishes\, dumplings\, BBQ skewers\, bubble tea\, and fusion desserts alongside live performances including lion dances\, martial arts demonstrations\, and local artisan vendors. Admission is free and the event is entirely outdoors on one of Ottawa’s most culturally rich streets\, accessible by OC Transpo bus routes along Somerset. The festival is family-friendly and open to all ages\, with entertainment and food programming running continuously throughout both days. This is one of the most visually vibrant and community-driven events on Ottawa’s spring calendar\, making it a strong option for anyone seeking a distinctive neighbourhood experience. \nEvent details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-chinatown-night-market/
LOCATION:Somerset Street West between Bronson Ave and Bell St\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food & Drink,Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260531T173000
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SUMMARY:Glengarry Renaissance Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Glengarry Renaissance Festival is an annual two-day immersive festival transporting attendees to a medieval Scottish village of the 1500s\, held in Maxville approximately one hour from Ottawa. The festival features live jousting with knights on horseback\, falconry demonstrations\, sword demonstrations\, bardic entertainment\, stage shows\, interactive Renaissance characters\, and vendors selling period-appropriate goods and food including turkey legs. Admission pricing is available through the festival website and the event is held outdoors at the fairgrounds; Maxville is accessible by car via Highway 417. The festival is explicitly family-friendly and suitable for all ages\, with programming designed to entertain children and adults equally. This is one of the most unique and immersive seasonal events in the Ottawa region\, offering an experience that is genuinely unlike any standard festival. \nEvent details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/glengarry-renaissance-festival/
LOCATION:Glengarry County Fairgrounds\, 35 Fair Street\, Maxville\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family,Festivals,Food & Drink,Markets
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