Arts Carleton Place Fine Art Exhibition
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-04
Celebrate 20 years of Arts Carleton Place with a special Fine Art Exhibition! Explore stunning works by 65 juried artists across two vibrant locations. Pick up an exhibition passport for a chance to win exciting door prizes. Enjoy a weekend of creativity with free admission and parking!

Spark Soirée
2025-05-02 06:00 - 22:00 UTC | Infinity Convention Centre, 2901 Gibford Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V2L9, Canada
Join the Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE), in partnership with Capital Prosperity Foundation, for the 2025 Spark Soirée, presented by TAAG – a night to celebrate ONFE’s 40th anniversary as a registered charity while making a lasting impact on the lives of Ottawa’s children and youth.
This milestone event, hosted by Sam Laprade and Jamie Scott, will celebrate four decades of community support while also raising funds for local children, including ONFE’s School Breakfast Program, which provides over 22,000 meals and snacks every school day to students across Ottawa in all four public school boards.
To mark this year’s special occasion, Canadian producer and television personality, Ben Mulroney, will be joining us as a guest speaker.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable evening while fueling kids and igniting learning!

Dining with the Ambassadors
2025-05-02 18:00 - 21:30 | Rockcliffe Community Hall, 380 Springfield Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Dining with the Ambassadors is the Rockcliffe Park Foundation’s principal fundraising event. It is a special evening during which dinners are generously hosted at more than a dozen of the official residences of ambassadors and high commissioners who make Rockcliffe their home away from home. A unique twist on the “dinner at an official residence” format, Dining with the Ambassadors is as much as anything else, a celebration of neighbours.
The evening begins with a pre-dinner reception for all guests and hosts – the largest gathering of Rockcliffe neighbours – at the Rockcliffe Community Hall. It is only at this reception that our diplomatic neighbours and dinner hosts are revealed! Memorable dinners follow and friendships are made. Over the years, this fundraiser has grown into a favourite neighbourhood tradition.
Funds raised fund the Rockcliffe newsletter and RPRA events including our neighbourhood’s Heritage Walk, Movie Night, Rockcliffe Community Tree Day, Speakers Program, and the Children’s Holiday Party. Funds raised also support the Foundation’s commitment to ongoing environmental and conservation programs in Rockcliffe Park. These include water testing at the Pond, tree planting to preserve our maturing tree canopy, maintenance of the sports field at Rockcliffe Park Public School and Jubilee Garden, and conservation initiatives including the data collection on Pond use so that efforts at both conservation and continued access to the Pond can be maintained.

Bachman-Turner Overdrive
2025-05-02 18:45 - 23:59 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
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Bachman Turner-Overdrive, the legendary rock n’ roll band behind worldwide hits such as “Takin’ Care Of Business” and “You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet”, announced an extensive tour across Canada, stopping at The Arena at TD Place on May 2, 2025, titled Back In Overdrive Tour 2025. Multi-platinum April Wine and Headpins, two fellow Canadian rock bands, will open in support.
Last year, Randy Bachman revived BTO, and has continued to tour throughout 2024, with a run of US dates wrapping up next week. Led by Bachman, who was recently nominated to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame, BTO’s latest lineup also includes his son Tal Bachman. With Randy’s legendary guitar and Tal’s contemporary flair, BTO forges ahead, blending their classic hits with a fresh energy that captivates audiences worldwide. The band will also be performing hits from The Guess Who, the iconic classic rock group which Bachman co-founded with Burton Cummings. The BTO legacy lives on, promising unforgettable performances and a continued impact on the ever-evolving rock landscape.
“Years ago, BTO rocked Canada coast to coast, sharing the stage with acts like ZZ Top.,” says Bachman. “Now, we’re excited to return, bringing along Canadian rock legends April Wine and Headpins. Get ready for a night of 70’s classic rock that continues to dominate the airwaves. I’ll be playing all the Guess Who and BTO hits with my band, BTO, and with April Wine and Headpins joining us, it’s going to be an unforgettable evening. Crank up the hits! Canadian rock is back, and BTO is back!”
Bachman has become a legendary figure in the rock and roll world through his talents as a guitarist, songwriter, performer, and producer. Bachman has earned over 120 gold and platinum album/singles awards around the world. His songwriting has garnered him the coveted #1 spot on radio playlists in over 20 countries, and over the course of his career he has sold over 40 million records. Randy’s songs have been recorded by a broad range of artists and have been placed in dozens of TV shows, films, and commercials. Impressively, his music has provided a veritable soundtrack of the last thirty years of popular music.
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Cinderella: Presented by Les Petits Ballets
2025-05-02 19:00 - 2025-05-03 19:00
Experience the magic of Cinderella with Les Petits Ballets — an enchanting production of the timeless fairy tale.
Follow Cinderella’s journey as she overcomes hardship with kindness, courage and a touch of magic, helped along the way by her animal companions. This live performance offers a memorable opportunity to introduce the entire family to theatre and dance through a beloved classic.
Audiences of all ages will enjoy this rags-to-riches tale brought to life with engaging choreography, vibrant sets and costumes, and the timeless music of Prokofiev.

Roch Voisine
2025-05-02 20:00 - 21:50 | National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5W1, Canada
To celebrate the 35th anniversary of his album Hélène, the album that launched “Roch-mania” to amazing heights and reached Diamond album status thanks to more than a million copies sold, Roch Voisine returns with an emotional and spectacular new show.
With super hits like “Hélène”, “Là-bas dans l’ombre” and “Avant de partir, L’idole”, songs that have impacted generations, immerse yourself in the world of one of the most influential francophone artists on the music scene.
Get transported back in time, stir up old emotions and timeless memories, and re-live the phenomenon that is, Roch Voisine. A show that will be loved by all ages.

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Hintonburg Fabric Flea Market
2025-05-03 | Hintonburg Fabric Flea Market
Don’t miss out on bargain prices on all things sewing-related: quilting cotton, notions, buttons, wool, patterns, tools and so much more.

Atlético Ottawa
2025-05-03 | Atlético Ottawa, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W7
Experience the passion of Atlético Ottawa, where grit meets glory on the pitch. As Ottawa’s Canadian Premier League team, they bring the energy, heart, and determination of their parent club, Atlético de Madrid. With a focus on developing local talent and delivering thrilling matches, they embody the city’s hardworking spirit and love for the beautiful game.
Catch the action at TD Place, where the crowd roars and every goal fuels the city’s soccer fever. Whether you are a die-hard fan or new to the sport, Atlético Ottawa is the team to support. Wear your red and white, feel the adrenaline, and be part of the movement. Let’s go, Ottawa!

VE Day 80 Ottawa
2025-05-03
Honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a powerful tribute in downtown Ottawa! Watch pipers fill Wellington Street with music, leading to a stirring finale with drummers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Experience this moving celebration of history and heroism.

AI Tinkerers: Vibe Code-a-thon (hackathon)
2025-05-03
Vibe coding has taken the world by storm!
Bring your idea to life in one day with 200+ other people just like you in Ottawa. Leverage vibe coding tools like Loveable, Bolt, v0, Cursor to rapidly prototype your project and win prizes from AI companies like Solace, LangChain and DashQ.
Hosted by AI Tinkerers Ottawa.
REGISTER HERE

Jane’s Walk Ottawa
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04
A coordinated series of free neighbourhood walking tours given by locals who care passionately about where they live, work, and play.

ORAPEX
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04 | 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, K2G 1W2, 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, K2G 1W2
Ottawa’s national stamp show, with 40 stamp dealers and many philatelic exhibits.

OC Transpo Free Service Weekend
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04 | 1500 Saint Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, K1G 0Z8, 1500 Saint Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, K1G 0Z8
Ride buses, trains, and Para Transpo for free during OC Transpo’s Free Transit Weekend. Explore the New Ways to Bus network and O-Train Lines 1, 2, and 4, and stop by Hurdman Station on May 3 for interactive activities and service updates. Fare gates will be open and no payment is required when boarding.

Carp Farmers’ Market
2025-05-03 08:00 - 13:00 | Carp Farmers’ Market
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.

Atlético Ottawa
2025-05-03 13:00 - 16:00 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Ottawa’s Canadian Premier League (CPL) soccer team takes on an opponent on the home pitch at TD Place Stadium.

Atlético Ottawa vs Pacific FC
2025-05-03 13:00 - 23:59 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Atlético Ottawa vs Pacific FC
Atlético Ottawa take on Pacific FC in CPL action.

CPL Preview

Golden Girls
2025-05-03 14:30 - 17:00 | National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5W1, Canada
The Golden Girls are back in an all-new show! 2025 finds Sophia out on bail, after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring at Shady Pines. Blanche and Rose have founded CreakN, a thriving sex app for seniors. And Dorothy is trying to hold it all together, with help from her much younger, sex-crazed love interest. Relive the heartfelt hilarity of four ladies who never stopped being your friends! There will be a 20-minute intermission. Presented by Murray & Peter. Get tour info at GoldenGirlsTour.com.
Recommended for ages 18+. Mature content.

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Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue
2025-05-03 14:30 - 21:30 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue brings TV’s sassiest seniors back to the stage with a brand-new show. Relive the heartfelt hilarity and iconic moments in this laugh-out-loud production starring an all-male cast. Recommended for audiences 18 and older.

Voices of the Earth
2025-05-03 19:30 - 21:00
Let music inspire and move you at Voices of the Earth! Experience an unforgettable evening featuring powerful works from Canadian and Indigenous composers, weaving stories of beauty, hope, and resilience. Let each note and silence spark emotion in this captivating celebration of sound.

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
2025-05-04 | Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, 55 ByWard Market, Ottawa, K1N 9C3
Celebrate Mexican heritage at the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in ByWard Market! Dance to live music, savor mouthwatering cuisine, and admire vibrant folkloric art beneath dazzling “papel picado.” A fiesta full of color, culture, and fun awaits—don’t miss it!

CN Cycle for CHEO
2025-05-04 | CN Cycle for CHEO
Cycle along fully supported, traffic-free urban routes (15K, 35K and 70K) and enjoy Ottawa’s scenic beauty and top landmarks while raising money for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

Lansdowne Farmers' Market
2025-05-04 | PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at Lansdowne Park every Sunday.
Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a producer-only organization that features vendors from within 100 kilometres of the city of Ottawa. The market is a great place to buy the freshest local products the season has to offer directly from the people who produce them, meet friends, have lunch and enjoy musicians, buskers and special events.
Open all year round at Lansdowne Park, the Ottawa Farmers’ Market takes place outside the Aberdeen Pavilion during the warmer months and inside the historic building in the winter. In the weeks before Christmas, the market is usually open on Saturdays.

Spring Craft Market - Mother’s Day edition
2025-05-04 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Celebrate the 10th year of the Spring Craft Market at the NAC and shop a curated selection of handmade goods, makers, and artists. Support local businesses while finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Admission is free with onsite parking and an accessible venue.

Lansdowne Outdoor Farmers' Market
2025-05-04 00:00 - 2025-10-26 23:59 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
From the heart of the land to the heart of the city! Connect with 85+ local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square every Sunday. Shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat & dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more. Stop by the food court for lunch and enjoy the market musicians. Everything is authentic (no resellers) and produced within 100km of Ottawa!

Lansdowne Farmers' Market
2025-05-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Aberdeen Pavilion, Aberdeen Pavilion
From the heart of the land to the heart of the city! Connect with 85+ local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion every Sunday. Shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat & dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more. Stop by the food court for lunch and enjoy the market musicians. Everything is authentic (no resellers) and produced within 100km of Ottawa!

Ottawa Doll Show and Sale
2025-05-04 10:00 - 15:00
Discover a treasure trove of dolls, teddy bears, and miniatures—new and vintage finds for both kids and collectors. Find Barbie, American Girl, Maplelea, Monster High, as well as antique and international dolls. Proceeds from the door will go to Ottawa Youville. A fun event for all ages!

Ottawa Pickleball Classic
2025-05-04 10:00 - 16:00 | EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 2N6, Canada
The UOHIF Pickleball Classic is back!

The wildly popular tournament is returning for its third year.
Join over 200 players and their guests at the EY Centre on Sunday, May 4th, all in support of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation.
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This year’s Pickleball tournament transforms the EY Centre into a vibrant reimagining of Central Park.
Experience the charm of Central Park with themed décor and iconic park-inspired elements—all while supporting the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation.

Superheroes ​
2025-05-04 15:30 - 17:00 | National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5W1, Canada
Superheroes abound in an afternoon of movie and classical favourites, with a super-sized 120-member orchestra. The NAC Orchestra and Ottawa Youth Symphony Orchestra combine forces, performing music celebrating the men and women who’ve inspired historical and fictional legends, from Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade to John Williams’s Superman.
Come dressed in your favourite superhero costume for an afternoon filled with superhero excitement!
We hope you will enjoy the giant images on the NACOtron screen as they capture and magnify the magic of these fabulous concerts!

Obscura, Atheist, Origin, Decrepit Birth, Fractal Universe
2025-05-04 17:30 - 23:00 | 2477 Kaladar Avenue, Ottawa, K1V 8B9, 2477 Kaladar Avenue, Ottawa, K1V 8B9
Get ready for a night of extreme metal as Obscura headlines the stage, delivering its signature blend of technical death metal mastery. Joining the lineup are the legendary Atheist, pioneers of progressive and technical death metal, along with the relentless intensity of Origin, the crushing brutality of Decrepit Birth, and the intricate soundscapes of Fractal Universe.
Don’t miss this powerhouse lineup. Prepare for an unforgettable night of shredding riffs, intricate compositions, and unrelenting energy.

Les lundis des tout-petits
2025-05-05 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Visit the NAC on Mondays for French story time with Luana! Toddlers are invited to delight in tales that will sweep them away on journeys through magical worlds where they will meet enchanting characters. All accompanied by crafts and games.
Free admission!
