We hold our annual orchid show and sale each year. In addition to a wide range of exhibits, we have local and international vendors selling everything orchid-related. Don’t miss it!

What our show offers

Orchid displays

Enjoy the many orchid displays created by the Ottawa Orchid Society, visiting societies and vendors. Be amazed by the variety and beauty of the hundreds of blooming orchids.

Fragrance displays

Some orchids are deliciously fragrant but at different times of the day. You might want to visit this exhibit at different times to enjoy something new.

Photography displays

This exhibit, along with the orchid and fragrance displays will be covered with ribbons and rosettes. Ribbon judging occurs before the show is open to the public.

Educational displays

Come learn something new about orchids. Many of the educational displays are focused on conservation.

Ikebana

Ikebana displays

We are pleased to welcome exhibits from our Ottawa Ikebana schools. These elegant displays are not judged by tradition.

Botanical illustrations displays

We are pleased to welcome back the Ottawa Society for Botanical Artists who will display their members' beautiful illustrations of orchids. These displays are not judged.

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Orchid shopping

Expand your orchid collection and stock up on supplies. Many local and international vendors will be at our show. You can also shop from our members' collection at the Members' Sale table.

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Orchid care experts

Our Orchid Care table is staffed by experts from our society who will be able to answer any questions you have about your orchids.

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Workshops

We offer workshops where you can learn how to take care of orchid plants and more. This year, basic Phalaenopsis care and repotting workshops will be held on both days.

Show dates

Saturday, May 2, 2026     noon – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 3, 2026        9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

How to get there?

Algonquin College - Building D

Enter through Building E beside parking lot no. 8

Free Parking in Lots 8 and 9 (Do not pay at kiosks in those lots). Download the instructions for the parking.

Visiting from out of town?

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the Show venue