Experience the Excitement of Ottawa in May: A Month Full of Events and Entertainment

As the vibrant city of Ottawa blooms into spring, May emerges as an exciting month packed with an array of diverse events suitable for all interests. From thrilling sports matches to captivating concerts and cultural experiences, there's truly something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're a sports fanatic, a music lover, a theater enthusiast, or someone looking to explore local arts, Ottawa's May calendar promises memorable moments. Book your tickets early through www.ticketsottawa.com/may/ and make the most of this lively season!

Kick Off the Month with Sports and Live Music

May kicks off with a bang as sports fans can catch the exhilarating NHL playoff games at the Canadian Tire Centre. The Ottawa Senators are set to face off in the Eastern Conference First Round, with potential home games scheduled from May 1st onwards. Don't miss the chance to cheer for the Senators in what promises to be an intense playoff run. To secure your seats for these pivotal moments, visit https://ottawa-senators.ticketsottawa.com/.

Following the hockey excitement, the playoffs continue into mid-May with the Eastern Conference Second Round, featuring home games on May 3rd, 5th, 11th, 15th, and further dates if necessary. The stakes are high, and the atmosphere at the Canadian Tire Centre is electrifying. For tickets, check out https://ottawa-senators.ticketsottawa.com/.

Music enthusiasts can look forward to live performances such as Alpha Wolf at Overflow Brewing Company on May 23rd. Immerse yourself in the energy of a live concert—details and tickets available at https://alpha-wolf.ticketsottawa.com/.

Art, Culture, and Theater in Full Swing

Ottawa's cultural scene heats up with a series of outstanding theater and musical performances. The legendary Judy Collins will grace the Babs Asper Theatre at the National Arts Centre on May 29th, offering a soulful evening of folk melodies. Ticket information can be found at https://judy-collins.ticketsottawa.com/.

For classical music lovers, the Southam Hall hosts the acclaimed James Ehnes in Recital on May 3rd, and the Orchestra presents a lineup including Teddy Abrams & Bryan Cheng performing Mozart & Korngold, along with Mendelssohn & Goodyear concerts. For tickets, visit https://james-ehnes.ticketsottawa.com/ and https://national-arts-centre-orchestra.ticketsottawa.com/.

Comedy fans can enjoy a night with Jessica Kirson at the Bronson Centre Theatre on May 22, or catch the humorous Steve Hofstetter at Bronson Centre on May 15. For tickets, see https://jessica-kirson.ticketsottawa.com/ and https://steve-hofstetter.ticketsottawa.com/.

Festivals, Sporting Events, and Family Fun

Sports continue with the Ottawa Titans baseball games at Ottawa Stadium. The Titans face off against teams like Quebec Capitales and New York Boulders, with games scheduled from May 8th through May 21st. Grab your tickets at https://ottawa-titans.ticketsottawa.com/.

Soccer fans can cheer for Ottawa Rapid FC, with matches against Calgary Wild FC, Halifax Tides FC, Vancouver Rise FC, and Roses de Montreal FC throughout the month. The action-packed games are set from May 2nd to May 23rd. Tickets are available at https://ottawa-rapid-fc.ticketsottawa.com/.

Hockey fans can still catch the Ottawa Blackjacks basketball team at TD Place Arena, with games against Montreal Alliance, Niagara River Lions, and Brampton Honey Badgers. For tickets, visit https://ottawa-blackjacks.ticketsottawa.com/.

Family and Community Events

For family-friendly entertainment, the Monster Spectacular at Canadian Tire Centre on May 23rd promises an adrenaline rush with exciting stunt shows. Tickets are available at https://monster-spectacular.ticketsottawa.com/.

Community arts are celebrated with the Voice of Desert at Babs Asper Theatre on May 13th and 14th, presenting captivating performances. Tickets are at https://voice-of-desert.ticketsottawa.com/.

The month also features the Montreal-based Cattle Decapitation at Bronson Centre Theatre on May 3rd, and the renowned Marina Orsini at Babs Asper Theatre on May 28th. For concert tickets, check https://cattle-decapitation.ticketsottawa.com/ and https://marina-orsini.ticketsottawa.com/.

Special Highlights and More

From May 7th through May 28th, the National Arts Centre Orchestra offers a series of concerts including Mendelssohn, Goodyear, and Mendelssohn & Goodyear performances. For tickets, visit https://national-arts-centre-orchestra.ticketsottawa.com/.

Entertainment continues with the Triumph band at Canadian Tire Centre on May 2nd, and the theatrical production of Moulin Rouge at Southam Hall on May 12th to 17th. Tickets are available at https://triumph-band.ticketsottawa.com/ and https://moulin-rouge-theatrical-production.ticketsottawa.com/.

For a full list of events and to secure your tickets for an unforgettable May in Ottawa, visit www.ticketsottawa.com/may/. Don't miss out on the city's vibrant atmosphere and diverse entertainment options this spring!