Ottawa Events Calendar

Ottawa Titans Baseball Club
2026-05-20 - 2026-05-24 | 300 Coventry Road, Ottawa, K1K 4P5, 300 Coventry Road, Ottawa, K1K 4P5
Join fellow sports fans and catch professional baseball games from May to September in Canada’s capital at Ottawa Stadium, just east of downtown.
The Ottawa Titans Baseball Club plays in the Eastern Conference of the Frontier League, which includes 15 teams from Ontario, Québec, and the U.S. northeast. The team’s mascot, Cappy, is a family favourite. During non-game days and the off-season, the 10,000-seat RCGT Park stadium is also used to host concerts, festivals and other events.
The venue is conveniently located along Ottawa’s main highway, and parking is available. The stadium is also easily accessible by public transportation via the light rail O-Train Confederation Line, which stops at the VIA Rail station just a short walk from the stadium.

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2026-05-20 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-21 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-22 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-24 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-26 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-27 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre, 1200 St Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest.
📅 Event Hours
Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28 | 11 AM – 4 PM
🎁 What’s happening during event hours:
Free limited-edition tote bags (while supplies last)
On-site brand styling ambassadors to guide you through The Shop List and curated fall capsule collections from St. Laurent retailers
Step into the season with style inspiration, shopping perks, and your chance at an unforgettable shopping spree.

Orléans Farmers' Market
2026-05-21 | PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
Explore 35+ local vendors in Orléans every Thursday from May to October. Browse the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more. This producer-only market ensures that everything is made within 100 kilometers of Ottawa, providing a truly local shopping experience.

Urban Art Collective Hintonburg Night Market
2026-05-21, 2026-05-28
Stroll through the Hintonburg Night Market to pickup local eats, treats and all things handmade. Sit back, relax, eat and be entertained by local musicians, buskers and entertainers.
All markets are carefully curated to bring you new vendors and the best of the best each week!
Situated at the gateway to Hintonburg, in the Wellington West food and shopping district.

Ottawa BlackJacks Professional Basketball Club
2026-05-21, 2026-05-23 | 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W7, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W7
Catch professional basketball action and family-friendly entertainment in Canada’s capital! Don’t miss the fast breaks, big dunks and impressive blocks inside the Arena at TD Place at Lansdowne.
As members of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the Ottawa BlackJacks play against teams from across the country from May to August. Sports fans can count on high-quality action on the court thanks to CEBL players who come from NBA G-League clubs, other Division 1 FIBA leagues around the world, top NCAA programs, the Canadian national program, and from U SPORTS.

Kanata Ribfest
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-24
Craft beer, delicious food, and live entertainment to kick off the barbecue season!

Great Glebe Garage Sale
2026-05-23 | Suite 110-858 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W3, Suite 110-858 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W3
Individual garage sales combine to make one giant neighbourhood sale.

Westboro Farmers' Market
2026-05-23 | PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
Discover more than 60 local vendors in Westboro every Saturday from May to October. Wander beneath the tree canopy as you shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more. Enjoy lunch at the food court while listening to live music. Everything is authentic, with no resellers and produced within 100 kilometers of Ottawa.

Main Street Farmers' Market
2026-05-23 | PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
Support your local farmers’ market every Saturday from May to October! Discover the finest fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals and more. As a producer-only market, all vendors make, bake and grow everything within 100 kilometers of Ottawa. Enjoy live music and special programming while you shop.

Metcalfe Farmers' Market
2026-05-23
Farm-fresh produce, baking, flowers, bedding plants, pottery, furniture and more including the Sunflower Café.

Wanderlust: Improvised Tales of Travel, Love & Longing
2026-05-23
Wanderlust is a fully improvised theatre experience following two friends on an unpredictable road trip across Canada. Guided by audience suggestions, each performance creates a new journey filled with unexpected destinations, memorable characters, and evolving relationships. Through physical theatre, vocal creativity, and spontaneous storytelling, the ensemble transforms the stage into highways, towns, and landscapes across the country.

Wakefield Market
2026-05-23 | 38 Chemin de la Vallée de Wakefield, Wakefield, J0X 3G0, 38 Chemin de la Vallée de Wakefield, Wakefield, J0X 3G0
Experience the charm of the Wakefield Market, a lively outdoor market happening every Saturday from May to October. Each week, around 30 passionate vendors come together to showcase farm-fresh produce, handcrafted goods, and delicious homemade treats. With live music setting the mood and special events sprinkled throughout the season, the market offers a warm and festive atmosphere.
Since its beginnings in 1997, the market has remained a vibrant hub for local producers and artisans to connect with visitors and neighbours alike. From handcrafted goods to seasonal delights, every visit brings something new to discover. Soak in the lively energy, grab a bite, and make the most of the warm months in beautiful Wakefield!

Bunnypalooza
2026-05-23
Hop on over to Bunnypalooza if you’re a bunny lover. Learn, shop and experience everything BUNNY!
This event raises awareness about the increasing popularity of bunnies as pets, and the rise in rabbit abandonment.
Vendors, rescues and all kinds of activities!

Monster Spectacular
2026-05-23 | 1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa (Kanata), K2V 1A5, 1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa (Kanata), K2V 1A5
The ultimate sports and entertainment spectacle mixing racing, showmanship, and the ultimate fan experience into one incredible, action-packed show which roars into Ottawa to electrify the crowd.

Crafter's Movie Afternoon
2026-05-23
Calling all crafters! Join in for a cozy afternoon of stitching and cinema!
This event is created by crafters, for crafters, with a special twist: the theater lights will be dimmed — just enough for you to enjoy the movie while working on your latest crochet, knitting, cross-stitch or whatever project you’re working on.

Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend
2026-05-23 - 2026-05-24 | 45-5450 Canotek Road, Ottawa, K1J 9G2, 45-5450 Canotek Road, Ottawa, K1J 9G2
Canada’s most popular multi-day running event sees close to 50,000 participants compete in a variety of challenging races—including the country’s largest marathon—along picturesque downtown routes.
In May, keen runners—including Olympic athletes and champions from around the world—converge on Canada’s capital to compete in one or more of six amazing events: the marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, 2K and kids’ marathon.
Tens of thousands of spectators line routes along the Rideau Canal, the Ottawa River and other scenic locations to cheer on the competitors. Before and after the race, runners and spectators enjoy live entertainment, a beer garden, and a health and fitness expo, all near the starting area at Ottawa City Hall.
Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is one of the only running events in the world to host two World Athletics Gold Label events: the Scotiabank Ottawa Marathon and the Ottawa 10K.

Annual Traditional Pow Wow
2026-05-23 - 2026-05-24
Kick off Pow Wow season at the Annual Traditional Pow Wow, hosted by the Odawa Native Friendship Centre! Experience vibrant dancers, powerful drumming, soulful singing, delicious traditional food, and unique craft vendors. A celebration of Indigenous culture for all to enjoy. Free event for all ages!

Geek Hoard Haul
2026-05-24 10:00 - 17:00
For your summer geek fix, swing by the Geek Hoard Haul! Over 60 vendors await with comics, collectibles, games, trading cards and artisan crafts to fuel your fandom! Family fun, interactive events and a door prize make this pop-up convention a must for every nerdy haul!

2026 Riverkeeper Gala // Gala de Garde-rivière des Outaouais 2026
2026-05-27 18:00 - 23:00 | 2026 Riverkeeper Gala // Gala de Garde-rivière des Outaouais 2026, Lemieux Island, Lemieux Island, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Ottawa Riverkeeper’s annual Riverkeeper Gala is taking place on Wednesday, May 27th on Lemieux Island – and we hope to see you there!
The party will kick-off at 6 pm and be full of fantastic programming! Enjoy delicious plates from award-winning caterer Thyme & Again, mouth-watering Whalesbone oysters, explore (and bid on!) the incredible auction items, then dance the night away, or simply relax and take in the incredible river views.
Party for a good cause and get your tickets for the Riverkeeper Gala today!
With your ticket to the Riverkeeper Gala, you’re protecting the Ottawa River. This river is home to precious biodiversity and ecosystems, and is the source of drinking water to over 2 million people. Freshwater protection is more important than ever before, so grab your tickets and help lead the way to a swimmable, drinkable, fishable watershed now, and for generations to come.
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Le Gala Garde-rivière des Outaouais aura lieu le mercredi 27 mai sur l’île Lemieux – et nous espérons vous y voir!
La fête débutera à 18 h et sera remplie d’un programme fantastique! Dégustez les délicieux plats du traiteur primé Thyme & Again, les appétissantes huîtres Whalesbone, découvrez (et enchérissez!) les incroyables articles mis aux enchères, puis dansez jusqu’au bout de la nuit, ou détendez-vous simplement en admirant l’incroyable vue sur le fleuve.
Faites la fête pour une bonne cause et achetez vos billets pour le Gala Garde-rivière dès aujourd’hui!
En achetant un billet pour le Gala Garde-rivière des Outaouais, vous protégez la rivière des Outaouais. Cette rivière abrite une biodiversité et des écosystèmes précieux et constitue la source d’eau potable de plus de 2 millions de personnes. La protection de l’eau douce est plus importante que jamais, alors prenez vos billets et aidez-nous à ouvrir la voie à un bassin versant où il est possible de nager, de boire et de pêcher, maintenant et pour les générations à venir.

Ottawa Improv Festival
2026-05-28 - 2026-05-30
Get ready to laugh and have fun as you witness hilarious comedy created on the spot! The Ottawa Improv Festival has lined up some awesome local, national and international improv talent that is sure to have you rolling in the aisles. They also offer workshops to help you develop and hone your skills with some incredible teachers and performers.

Ottawa Dressage Festival
2026-05-28 - 2026-05-31 | 401 & 411 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, K2H 8T1, 401 & 411 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, K2H 8T1
Experience the elegance and precision of world-class dressage at one of Canada’s largest dressage shows. Watch elite riders compete for international qualifications, cheer on future stars in the Rising Stars and Pony Cup divisions, and enjoy an exciting atmosphere celebrating the beauty of this sport.
