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: July 13, 2025
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Ongoing
‘Let’s Dream’ Art Show
Until July 20 — Discover original works by local artists at the newly opened ACP Art Hub Gallery in Carleton Place. The summer show Let’s Dream features paintings, pottery, sculpture and more. Shop unique gifts, meet the artists and explore the in-gallery art supply nook. Details.
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.
July
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.
September
Household hazardous waste depot
Sept. 7 — 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 Tunney’s Pasture. Details.
West End Studio Tour, weekend #1
Sept. 20-21 — Explore Wellington West and Westboro as it plays host to the 30th anniversary of the West End Studio Tour. Check out the works of several artists in various media at more than a dozen studios. Details.
Household hazardous waste depot
Sept. 27 — 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 Conroy Snow Dump Facility, 3100 Conroy Rd. Details.
West End Studio Tour, weekend #2
Sept. 27-28 — Explore Wellington West and Westboro as it plays host to the 30th anniversary of the West End Studio Tour. Check out the works of several artists in various media at more than a dozen studios. Details.
New Edinburgh studio tour
Sept. 27-28 — Stroll, explore, and be inspired in the New Edinburgh neighbourhood on a self-guided tour of upwards of a dozen studios featuring resident and guest artists. Find ceramics, glass, painting, textiles, photography and more. Details.
Chelsea Wakefield tour, weekend #1
Sept. 27-28 — From painting to sculpture, functional and decorative ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, photography and glass, enjoy the beginning of the fall colour explosion as you tour several studios to see the works of more than 20 artists in the Chelsea and Wakefield area. Details.
October
Fall home show
Oct. 2-5 — For all your home improvement projects, visit the Ottawa Fall Home Show to see hundreds of vendors, get inspired and hear industry experts present on the speaker’s stage. You can also vote for the All Things Home People’s Choice Award as part of the Ottawa Housing Design Awards. Details.
Chelsea Wakefield tour, weekend #2
Oct. 4-5 — From painting to sculpture, functional and decorative ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, photography and glass, enjoy the beginning of the fall colour explosion as you tour several studios to see the works of more than 20 artists in the Chelsea and Wakefield area. Details.
Repair Café
Oct. 18 — 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 Richelieu Vanier Community Centre. Details.
