May 2, 2026
Orchidophilia
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Algonquin College, Building D, 1385 Woodroffe Ave
About Event
Need a spring pickup? You are invited to the Ottawa Orchid Society\’s 42nd annual orchid show
on May 2-3, 2026, featuring many blooming orchids in stunning, colourful orchid displays, a
photographic exhibition, and orchid vendors selling outstanding orchid plants and orchid
supplies. Society members will provide growing tips and educational displays for visitors.
For avid shoppers or those who want a little space an exclusive premium ticket costing $30 is
available at Eventbrite for entry to the vending area one hour before the show opens 11-12 only
on Saturday. Only 100 tickets will be sold and are not valid for any other time. Entry to the show
displays is not permitted before 12 p.m.
Photographers with tripods welcome Sunday 9-11am.
Hosted by Ottawa Orchid Society
Founded in 1978, the Ottawa Orchid Society (OOS) aims to promote and assist in every way the knowledge, appreciation, culture, study, development and conservation of orchids.
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