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Chartwell People Movers

Movies in the Park

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Free Movies, All Day, Every Day! Showtimes: 11:00am 2:00pm 7:00pm Movie Schedule: TBA With family favourites, offering children’s programming in the day and blockbusters in the evenings.  Location: Movie Screens

Free

FREE Self-Guided Tour

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Take a journey through history and horticulture with our 45-minute guided tour, available in both English and French. This self-guided, QR Code-activated tour through Commissioners Park will lead you through seven stops, each offering fascinating insights into the rich history and diverse tulip varieties featured in the festival. Tour Highlights: HMCS Carleton Centennial Bed Queen […]

Free

Big Bug Boardwalk

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Experience the Magic of the Night: FREE Dow’s Lake Big Bug Boardwalk! 🌸 All-Day Wonder, Nighttime Thrill! 🌙 From May 9–19, 2025, step into a world like no other. During the day, explore the boardwalk and learn about the exciting world of bugs, but starting at 8 PM each evening, something truly magical happens—the Blacklight […]

Free

ArtEast Ottawa Boutique and Activities

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

20 x 20 Covered Tent A dedicated space to highlight the talents of ArtEast Ottawa members, offering them the opportunity to display and sell their artwork and a variation of activities. Activities Include:

Free

Dutch Pavilion

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Join us for a special celebration of the Kingdom of the Netherlands! This dedicated space will immerse you in the rich culture and heritage of the Dutch. Event Highlights: Photo Ops: Capture unforgettable moments with beautifully themed backdrops. Live Presentations: Enjoy engaging presentations that bring Dutch history and traditions to life. Dutch Games: Have fun […]

Free

Cubeit Info Centres

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Stay informed and make the most of your visit with our three Cubeit Information Centres. Locations: Dow's Lake - Open until 9pm Carling Ave Entrance - Open until 6pm South End - Open until 6pm Proudly sponsored by Cubeit, these centres offer a range of services to enhance your experience: Services Include: Park Maps: Get […]

Free

Tulip Market

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

The Tulip Market will showcase the Official Tulip Boutique, where visitors can purchase pre-sale tulip bulbs, cut tulips, and official Festival merchandise. Additionally, six (6) local handcrafted vendors will offer unique tulip-themed items, including woodwork, metalwork, candles, and knitted goods. Location: Tulip Market Our Venders

Free

Play Zone

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Welcome to an exciting new space designed for both kids and adults to unleash their creativity and play their hearts out! This vibrant environment is more than just a playground; it’s a dynamic hub where imagination knows no bounds. Come experience the joy of being together in a place where fun has no age limit!

Chartwell People Movers

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Conveniently travel from the South End of Commissioners Park to the corner of Preston and Queen Elizabeth Drive with our People Mover! Designed to assist those who have parked off-site at Carleton University or the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, this service shortens your walk and makes getting to the festival even easier. Key Details: […]

$2

Guided Walking Tours

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Explore the beauty and history of the Canadian Tulip Festival on a 45-minute guided walking tour! Led by a live guide, available in both English and French, this tour is perfect for all ages. For just $10 per person (children 6 and under are free), you’ll discover festival highlights such as the HMCS Carleton Centennial […]

$10

Heroes Welcome

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Veterans Affairs Canada will be co-hosting approximately 20 of the remaining Canadian Second World War Veterans. We ask the public to welcome our heroes, in the old fashioned way! Our honoured WWII Veteran for 2025 is Ret. Private John Preece. Location: TBD

Free

Opening Ceremony

Canadian Tulip Festival Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

The Canadian Tulip Festival opens the 73rd Edition with the Canadian Army We welcome all our guests, and honoured Veterans of the Year with a Central Band Parade and the Canadian Remembrance Torch. Location: Movie Screens

Free