Looking for fun activities in the Ottawa area? Check out these options over the next seven days, starting on Thursday, May 16. Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
To celebrate tulips…
- Saturday, May 18 | Don’t miss the Tulip Palooza! Pollinator Paradise Party at the historic ByWard Market.
- Monday, May 20 | Enjoy the fresh smell and beautiful blooms of tulips and free family activities at Tulips at Tanger. FREE!
- Until Monday, May 20 | Welcome spring at the Canadian Tulip Festival. With some exciting new programming and events, this is a celebration to not miss! FREE!
For fans of musical performances…
- Thursday, May 16 | The National Arts Centre presents the second season of Jukebox Lunch Concerts! FREE!
- Thursday, May 16 | Don’t miss The Capital Music Awards, a platform to honour inductees toward an Ottawa Music Hall of Fame happening at the Bronson Centre.
- Friday, May 17 | Check out Cirque A La Carte, serving an evening of circus talents in an intimate setting.
- Until Monday, May 20 | Join Europe’s most famous circus family for an immersive circus experience, Cirque de Paris presented by Anouchka Bouglione held at Tanger Outlets.
- Starting Tuesday, May 21 | From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power — happening at the National Arts Centre.
For arts, culture and a good time…
- Thursday, May 16 | The Westboro Village is celebrating the village's 45 years in Westboro with themed evenings each Thursday.
- Thursday, May 16 | Michaela Chung returns to Ottawa with her hilariously relatable Daddy Issues Show hosted by Yuk Yuk’s Ottawa.
- Friday, May 17 | Check out an Unbirthday Roller Party with rollerskating around lights and tunes in the beautiful Horticulture Building!
- Saturday, May 18 |Shop from Black artists and makers at Thee Market happening at Club SAW. FREE!
- Friday, May 17 | 'Off The Rock' Canada's premier Tribute to Great Big Sea is coming to stomp the floors of the Algonquin theatre in Ottawa on Friday, May 17.
- Saturday, May 18 | Ottawa Valley Roller Derby is back at St. Laurent Complex, presenting another a terrific season of full contact roller derby games to the coolest fans in Ottawa.
- Saturday, May 18 | Browse the regularly scheduled 613flea marketplace in the Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne and discover your next favourite local business or vendor. FREE!
- Saturday, May 18 | Make good memories with good music, good food, good people and good vibes at SOLÉ happening at HeadQuarters.
- Saturday, May 18 | Don’t miss Experience Asia, with festive and interactive activities with music, songs, dance and food from more than 15 countries. Held at Maison du citoyen in Gatineau. FREE!
- Saturday, May 18 | Enjoy authentic Pakistani food at the Pakistani Food Festival! Live cooking, live music and much more. FREE!
- Sunday, May 19 | Join in the celebration as the Upper Canada Village celebrates Queen Victoria's birthday.
- Ongoing from Tuesday, May 21 | Show your support for the Ottawa Titans Baseball Club as they battle the TriCity ValleyCats at the Ottawa Stadium.
- Ongoing | The Korean Cultural Centre Canada (KCC) will host various events to promote Korean culture in celebration of Asian Heritage Month in May.
