Welcome to the Ottawa events calendar! We use this space to share events and other tidbits we come across that are related to homes and are of interest to Ottawa and area residents. Items are listed by date, where relevant. Check back often!
Last updated: June 16, 2025
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Ongoing
RenoTour Parade of Homes (virtual)
Until fall — If you’re researching renovators for your own project, check out these 3D walk-throughs of Ottawa-area renovations, coach homes, additions and infill homes. They’re an opportunity to virtually see the work of several of Ottawa’s top renovators and in many cases include before and after comparisons and other details. Find out more.
Seasonal farmers’ markets
Until October — Many of Eastern Ontario’s seasonal farmers’ markets resume as of May, often offering handcrafted decor along with fresh farm produce. Find a market near you through Farmers’ Markets Ontario.
June
Household hazardous waste depot
June 22 — Got household hazardous waste that can’t go to landfill — paint, fluorescent bulbs, pool chemicals, etc.? The city is holding a one-day drop-off depot at the Trail Waste Facility, 4475 Trail Rd. Details.
July
Repair Café
July 5 — The Ottawa Tool Library invites residents to drop in with a household item to be fixed or just to see all the excitement. There’s also a kids’ activity table, a selection of tools for sale from their webstore and snacks. This event takes place at Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre. Details.
Home & garden tour
July 12 — Explore 11 beautiful gardens and tour two historic homes at the Perth Home ang Garden Tour. From whimsical to traditional, the gardens include perennials, shrubs, trees and vegetables, with a range of plants from native to the exotic or uncommon, while the homes are unique ones located in the heart of the town. There’s also the option of a picnic lunch by the Tay River. Details.
Open Gardens
July 19 — Head to Maitland, Ont., for an idyllic stroll through two beautiful gardens at peak bloom, the Maitland Garden of Hope (a private 1.5-acre garden with a variety of themes) and Van Berlo Gardens ( a private 2.4-acre property with extensive gardens). Rain date is July 20. Details.
Household hazardous waste depot
July 26 — Got household hazardous waste that can’t go to landfill — paint, fluorescent bulbs, pool chemicals, etc.? The city is holding a one-day drop-off depot at the Canadian Tire Centre. Details.
August
Repair Café
Aug. 9 — The Ottawa Tool Library invites residents to drop in with a household item to be fixed or just to see all the excitement. There’s also a kids’ activity table, a selection of tools for sale from their webstore and snacks. This event takes place at Zibi (28 Booth St.). Details.
Household hazardous waste depot
Aug. 9 — Got household hazardous waste that can’t go to landfill — paint, fluorescent bulbs, pool chemicals, etc.? The city is holding a one-day drop-off depot at the Innes Snow Dump Facility, 2170 Mer Bleu Rd. Details.
