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: Apr. 7, 2024
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April
Signatures Originals Spring Craft Show
Apr. 4-7 — The popular Signatures Originals Spring Craft Show returns for its 41st year, bringing more than 100 artisans from across the country and their handcrafted wares to the EY Centre. Find home decor, accessories, visual art and more at this annual marketplace. Details at signatures.ca.
Ottawa Cottage Life & Backyard Show
Apr. 12-14 — Get ready for summer and meet builders, contractors and other exhibitors showing things like docks, innovative building products, green solutions, decor and style, arts and crafts, food and entertaining, water toys and more at this year’s Ottawa Cottage Life & Backyard Show. Plus, hear entertaining presentations about cottage ownership, landscaping and gardening, renovations and DIY tips, and entertaining at the cottage or in your backyard. Details.
Eco Market
Apr. 20 — Handcrafted meets eco-friendly at the Earth Day eco market organized by Re4m Design and Fabrication and featuring more than 30 vendors, including the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, the Ottawa Tool Library, Terra 20 and Ecology Ottawa. “Expect unique items, delicious food, recycling efforts, games and educational activities at our family friendly event,” Re4m says. Details.
Household hazardous waste depot
Apr. 21 — The City of Ottawa’s first waste depot of the year for household hazardous waste takes place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the stadium at 300 Coventry Rd. Keep household hazardous items out of landfill by taking part. For details on the program, see our article.
May
Household hazardous waste depot
May 4 — The City of Ottawa holds another one-day waste depot for household hazardous waste. It takes place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rideau Carleton Casino, 4837 Albion Rd. Keep household hazardous items out of landfill by taking part. For details on the program, see our article.
Ottawa Tiny Home Show
May 10-12 — Tiny homes, bunkies, cabins and trailers are the stars of this show, where you can tour the homes, gather research and get questions answered by exhibitors and expert speakers. Details.
Art in the Attic
May 11-12 — The Almonte & Area Artists Association presents the 2024 Art in the Attic show and sale just in time for Mother’s Day. Local artists of all ages show off their works in the historic Old Almonte Town Hall. Admission is free. Details.
Great Glebe Garage Sale
May 25 — It’s back! The Great Glebe Garage Sale returns for another year, bringing thousands to the Glebe for a massive one-day garage sale by Glebe residents. Area merchants also take part with many holding a huge sidewalk sale. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and donations to the Ottawa Food Bank are encouraged. Details.
June
Household hazardous waste depot
June 1 — The City of Ottawa holds another one-day waste depot for household hazardous waste. It takes place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Trail Road Waste Facility, 4475 Trail Rd. Keep household hazardous items out of landfill by taking part. For details on the program, see our article.
Red Trillium Studio and Garden Tour
June 1-2 — Take a self-guided tour through West Carleton discovering the paintings, photography, pottery, stone sculpture, forged iron, woodturning, beautiful gardens, and more, including Kin Vineyards. Details.
Art in the Park
June 8-9 — More than 150 artists showcase their work in a park setting, with painters, photographers, collage artists, sculptors, potters, clothiers, jewelry makers and more at Central Park on Clemow Avenue. Free admission. Details.
