May 2026 Events (24 events)
Plan ahead with events happening in Ottawa during May 2026. Festivals, concerts, and more.
Wheelers Maple – Pancake House & Sugar Bush
Year-round pancake house and maple experience featuring sugar bush tours, two museums, maple products, and seasonal activities in Lanark County.
613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion
Ottawa's largest indoor vintage and artisan market featuring 150 vendors offering antiques, vintage clothing, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind finds.
Ottawa PoutineFest – 10th Anniversary
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ottawa's ultimate poutine celebration with over 30 vendors serving creative takes on Canada's favourite comfort food.
Ottawa Orchid Society 42nd Annual Show and Sale
The Ottawa Orchid Society presents its 42nd annual show featuring stunning orchid displays, a photographic exhibition, vendors selling orchid plants and supplies, and growing tips from society members.
Triumph & April Wine: The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour
Triumph's 50th anniversary reunion tour with special guest April Wine. The legendary Canadian rock band's first tour in over 30 years.
CN Cycle for CHEO
Join the CAA North & East Ontario Brand Ambassadors at CN Cycle for CHEO and visit the CAA kiosk for a free prize while supporting oncology care and research at CHEO.
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[K-Pop Demon Hunters Edition] Korean Knot Bracelet Workshop
Make your own Korean knot bracelet in this free workshop inspired by 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' at the Korean Cultural Centre in Ottawa.
Kanata United Book Fair 2026
Annual community book fair with over 30,000 gently used books. 100% volunteer-run and donation-based, supporting local outreach programs.
Spark Soirée 2026
A fundraising evening supporting ONFE's School Breakfast Program, featuring live entertainment, auctions, and a breakfast-inspired culinary experience.
Canadian Tulip Festival
The world's largest free tulip festival featuring over 300,000 tulips blooming along the Rideau Canal, with fireworks finale and displays across the city.
Evening in the Maritimes
Ottawa's premier East Coast kitchen party celebrates its 30th anniversary. A unique event bringing together hundreds of guests from business, political, community, and media sectors, where Good Food meets a Good Time for a Great Cause.
Kanata Ribfest & Poutine 2026
Annual BBQ rib and poutine festival in Kanata featuring top ribbers, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.
Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend 2026
Canada's largest running festival featuring marathon, half-marathon, 10K, 5K, and 2K races on an ultra-flat, ultra-fast course through downtown Ottawa.
Great Glebe Garage Sale 2026
Ottawa's largest community garage sale since 1986. Hundreds of Glebe residents sell from their front lawns, driveways, and porches.
Orléans Blooms
Join the community at Orleans Blooms for a day of local vendors, gardening talks, kids' activities, and a BBQ, all in support of community projects.
Bunnypalooza
Bunnypalooza is a community event focused on domestic rabbit care, local rescues, bunny-friendly vendors, and public education around rabbit welfare.
Monster Spectacular 2026
Ontario's biggest monster truck show featuring 7 monster trucks including Rat Nasty and Overkill Evolution, plus freestyle motocross, BMX competitions, and lawnmower races.
Ottawa Chinatown Night Market 2026
Annual night market in Ottawa Chinatown featuring Asian street food, live performances, and artisanal goods over three days.
Glengarry Renaissance Festival 2026
A family-friendly medieval and renaissance festival featuring live music, stage shows, interactive characters, and renaissance-themed vendors in Maxville.
Trivia Tuesdays at The Barley Mow
Test your knowledge every Tuesday night at The Barley Mow! Grab your smartest friends (or the funniest ones) for trivia at 7pm.
Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre
Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creative play with instructor Jesse Kahat.
Art n Tell – Monthly Artist Showcase
Monthly open mic for visual and performing artists of all disciplines and skill levels to showcase their work in a supportive community setting.
Canadian War Museum - Free Thursday Evenings
Free museum admission every Thursday evening with special exhibitions on Canadian military history. Reservations required.
Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance
A collaborative exhibition showcasing the life and work of drag performer Paul "Peaches Latour" Fournier and queer rights activist Philip Hannan through archival photography.