Seasonal - Summer
Events
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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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CIBC Tulip Trek: self-guided scavenger hunt through the gardens
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaA 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 […]
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Polestar Ottawa Tulip Taxi
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaHop-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 […]
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Free Fishing Weekend (Ontario)
FeaturedVarious Ottawa-area waterbodies, Ontario Ontario, CanadaOntario Free Fishing Weekend runs May 9-10, 2026. Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without a licence province-wide. Open to all — great for families, beginners, or anyone introducing a […]
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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 […]
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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; […]
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Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Lansdowne (Outdoor Season)
The Glebe · Aberdeen Square, Lansdowne Park 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaYear-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 […]
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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 […]
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Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Westboro (Opening Weekend)
Westboro · Byron Linear Park 579 Byron Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaOutdoor producer-only market opening for the 2026 season. 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more — all within 100 km of […]
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Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Lansdowne (Outdoor Season)
The Glebe · Aberdeen Square, Lansdowne Park 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaYear-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 […]
