Events: Ottawa & Gatineau Area

Dominion Arboretum

Dominion Arboretum

The Dominion Arboretum was established in 1886 as part of the Central Experimental Farm. It began as an agro-forestry station to test the hardiness of European, Asian, Western, and Southern North American species, as well as their usefulness in an agroforestry context (windbreaks, shelterbelts, hedgerows, etc.). By 1900, the Dominion Arboretum’s collections included approximately 3000…

Ornamental Gardens at the Central Experimental Farm

Ornamental Gardens at the Central Experimental Farm

The ornamental gardens at the Central Experimental Farm are hallowed grounds in terms of Canadian horticultural history. To get a better appreciation of this, you have to imagine yourself going back to 1886, when the Canadian government established the experimental farm. At the time, Canadians were looking for research-based solutions to add more colour to…

Vankleek Hill Fair

Vankleek Hill Fair

The Vankleek Hill Agricultural Society presents the 178th Vankleek Hill Fair – “Blue Jeans & Country Scenes”. Vankleek Hill Fairgrounds, 92 Main Street West, Vankleek Hill, Ontario Get ready for a weekend filled with unforgettable family fun! Our fairgrounds will come alive with excitement from the moment you step in. Explore the artisan exhibits in…

Capital Fair

Capital Fair

Featuring a demolition derby, a petting zoo, stunt dogs, and much more! For 10 fabulous days in August, there’s a lot to see and do at the Capital Fair. What a great way to celebrate the end of summer! The Gloucester Agricultural Society is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to benefit the Ottawa community…

Navan Fair

Navan Fair

Launched in 1946, this rural celebration has all the countrified events one would expect from a great country fair: animals, tractor display, demolition derby, music, food and more! Looking forward to 2024, we are offering many great events. Robertson Amusements, the Ultimutts stunt dogs, Capital Cowgirl Drill Team, Meet the Keepers, LumberJack shows, petting zoo,…

Harvest: A Feast of Fall

Harvest: A Feast of Fall

Join us on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the Ottawa Art Gallery. This multi-chef food & beverage experience celebrates Ottawa’s amazing culinary community of award-winning chefs, artisanal beverage producers and self-proclaimed foodies and is presented by the team that developed and produced Taste for Hope for Shepherds of Good Hope, Garden Party for the Ottawa…

Big Backyard BioBlitz

Big Backyard BioBlitz

Ready, set, snap! It’s the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s 4th annual Big Backyard BioBlitz. This August long weekend, join thousands of newbies and seasoned BioBlitzers across the country in documenting the nature around them. All you need is a smartphone, tablet or digital camera. Just snap photos or record audio of birds, insects, plants and other creatures wherever…

Harmer House Garden Party

Harmer House Garden Party

We are gathering with You! Ottawa’s Best Community Member Champions, Harmer House Residents, Supporters and Staff. Join us for the chance to celebrate Summer with a one of kind Community Garden Party and the Grand Opening of our Courtyard Fountain sponsored by the Greater Ottawa Water Garden Horticultural Society. All event proceeds will go to…

Garden & Grow

Garden & Grow

Immerse yourself in the world of flowers at Garden & Grow! Discover planting workshops, guided garden tours, or chat with an expert and learn how to care for your plants and garden. A day for all to raise a glass and #ShatterTheSilence   Venue: Horticulture Building M Algonquin College (200 Adjidjàk Private, Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8)  …

Planning your Pollinator/Wildlife Garden

Planning your Pollinator/Wildlife Garden

Attend the second workshop of our “Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents…” series.During this workshop, we will discuss different types of pollinators/wildlife and how they have evolved with native plants to be their pollination and distribution systems. We will also examine factors to be considered when choosing plants for your personal garden, ensuring plant selection for the conditions…

Supporting Wildlife and Pollinators with your Garden

Supporting Wildlife and Pollinators with your Garden

Attend the first workshop of our “Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents…” series.During this workshop, entitled “Supporting Wildlife and Pollinators with your Garden”, we will examine wildlife needs and how to best meet these needs in your personal garden. The importance of native species will be covered, as well as the topic of identifying and…