The Great Glebe Garage and Sidewalk Sale | May 23, 2026
Slow down and make a day of it.
The Great Glebe Garage and Sidewalk Sale is your invitation to wander the neighbourhood, discover one-of-a-kind finds and enjoy the Glebe’s shops, patios and friendly faces, at an unhurried pace.
The best way to tackle the Great Glebe and Sidewalk Sale: Take the bus, walk or jump on your bike, wear comfy shoes, bring your backpack, don’t forget your water bottle!
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 8am – 4pm
| Business Name | Street Address | Specials & In-Store Promotions |
|---|---|---|
| Aurelius Fine Oils | 151A Second Avenue | |
| Bad Dog Co. | 617 Bank Street | $5 Pile Sale |
| Big Kimmy’s Hoard House | 778 Bank Street | We will be having a BOGO sale inside and a GIANT $10 pile outside. |
| Bloomfields Flowers | 783 Bank Street | |
| Capital Home Hardware | 736 Bank Street | |
| Co Oi Kitchen | 103 Fourth Avenue | |
| Compact Music | 785 Bank Street | Specials nn the four tables out front and no tax inside |
| Currey Insurance & Investments | 854 Bank Street | We’re offering free consulation to anyone! |
| Ernesto’s Barbershop | 887 Bank Street | Cold drinks and treats! |
| Escape Clothing | 703 Bank Street | We will have a ton of great deals for our sidewalk sale. Prices ranging from $5.99-$35.99. Some things will be marked down more than 75% off. |
| Free Form Fitness | 787 Bank Street | Spin the wheel for a chance to win personal training sessions. |
| Glebe Pet Hospital | 595 Bank Street | |
| Happy Goat Glebe Cafe | 734 Bank Street | |
| HOKUM | 809 Bank Street | 50-70% off sidewalk sale items + discounted vintage treasures! |
| Insomnia Cookies | 142 Fifth Avenue | |
| AKAÍ BOWL | 891 Bank Street | |
| J. D. Adam Kitchen Co. | 795 Bank Street | |
| Joe Mamma Cycles | 767 Bank Street | Norco Xfr regular 979 for $399 (garage sale day only) |
| June and Flora Hair spa and beauty | 107 Fourth Avenue | All BOB hair products will be 50% off, we will have a scalp analysis machine and promos on head spa bookings that day and we also have gift with purchases. |
| Knifewear | 800 Bank Street | |
| Kunstadt Sports | 680 Bank Street | Incredible deals on clothing, used bikes, tennis, and more! |
| Like Butter | 593 Bank street | |
| Lotus of Siam | 925 Bank Street | |
| Magpie Jewellery | 799 Bank Street | Zap chain promo, deep discounts on older jewellery |
| Margarita’s Latin Fusion | 873 Bank Street | |
| Mathnasium | 856 Bank Street | $100 off May and June’s fees |
| Metro Glebe | 754 Bank Street | |
| My Baby Shoppe | 724 Bank Street | |
| Ollie Quinn | 798 Bank Street | We will have Non prescription polarized sunnies heavily discounted starting 1 pair for $40, 2 for $75, and 3 for $100 along with spin the wheel contest and prices to win on Prescription glasses and sunglasses and much more. |
| One Academy The Glebe | 900 Bank Street | Sign up to become a One Academy The Glebe Insider and receive 1 free class and your chance to win 1 of 3 monthly memberships. |
| Provence en Couleur Ottawa | 837 Bank Street | Candles up to 50% (sidewalk sale located at 813 Bank Street for Garage Sale Day!) |
| Purrdy Paws Pet Grooming Spa | 732 Bank Street | |
| Royal Bank of Canada | 745 Bank Street | |
| Shoe+Shoe | 802 Bank Street | |
| Stomping Ground | 728 Bank Street | |
| The Effect Healing Collective | 151-D Second Avenue | Free Posture & Health Scans! |
| The Jungle Ottawa | 858 Bank Street | $20 and UNDER sale. We will have clothing, toys, books, knick knacks and more for sale, everything $20 and under! |
| The Senate Tavern on Bank | 640 Bank Street | DJ Playing from 11-2pm / Sports Memorabilia Tables / Restaurant Smallwares / Furniture / Vintage Clothing |
| The St. Rita | 753 Bank Street | $5 personal sized pizza (margherita or pepperoni) take and go (no indoor seating), $2 assorted San Pellegrino flavored cans. No tax included for pricing for food or drink (hand us a $5 bill, and we’ll hand you a personal pizza) |
| Third Son Tailors | 796 Bank Street | We will be selling some of our products at discounted rates. A rare opportunity to find high quality garments at low prices. |
| Walk In Thrift | 889 Bank Street | |
| Where I Thrive | 117 Glebe Avenue | FLASH SALE on Bank Street! Curious about the Glebe’s favourite group fitness studio? Get Where I Thrive’s $49 Two-Week New Client Special for $29 TODAY ONLY! |
| Wild Oat | 817 Bank Street | |
| Witch Chest | 740 Bank Street |
FAQ and Getting Here
FAQ
Weather
This event is rain or shine! In the event of thunderstorms or extreme weather, Event Organizers are required to pause event activities. Updates will be posted on the Glebe BIA social media channels.
Washrooms
In addition to the washrooms that are located in your favourite restaurants and cafes when you support these shops, public washrooms are available at Glebe Collegiate Institute, St. Matthew’s Church, and at Lansdowne Park.
Transit and Cycling
There are over 250 Bike Parking Spots at Lansdowne Park. We recommend parking there, and walking up through the Glebe along Bank Street to see the entire Sale!
OC Transpo bus routes 6 and 7 provide direct service to the Glebe.
The OC Transpo northbound and southbound bus stops at Third Avenue and Bank Street will be closed from 5:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Parking & Driving
Parking will be extremely limited in the Glebe during this event. Please plan to take public transit or make alternative arrangements to get to the Glebe. New parking restrictions will be in place this year to make this event more pedestrian friendly.
Bank Street Parking
Most sections of paid Bank Street parking will be unavailable from 5am – 4pm. This lane is reserved for BIA merchants and their safety and enforcement will be in place.
Glebe Residents
The following streets will be closed to visitor parking. Glebe residents with residential parking permits may park as usual on:
-Glebe Avenue between Lyon Street and O’Connor Street
-First Avenue between Lyon Street and O’Connor Street
-Second Avenue between Lyon Street and O’Connor Street
-Third Avenue between Lyon Street and O’Connor Street
-Fourth Avenue between Lyon Street and O’Connor Street
Additionally, Second and Fourth Avenues will be closed at Bank Street to turning traffic. Access to these avenues will be maintained for Local Access Only at Lyon and O’Connor.
Visitor Parking
Parking is available on adjacent streets west of Lyon Street and east of O’Connor Street.
Visitors are encouraged to use alternative transportation, such as cycling or public transit.
Paid parking will be available in the Lansdowne Park underground garage and the City of Ottawa parking garage. The City of Ottawa parking garage access will be closed on Second Avenue and only be accessible from Third Avenue.
4-Hour Accessible Parking will be available for permit holders only at the Third Avenue parking zone, on the south-side of Third Avenue at Bank.
Volunteer with us.
Want to be part of the day in a meaningful way? Join the Glebe BIA volunteer team and help keep the Sidewalk Sale welcoming, safe and running smoothly. Whether you prefer a static role with a clear post or a roaming ambassador role helping visitors and vendors, we’ll match you with a role that fits your comfort level. You’ll be supported by the BIA team throughout your shift, and you’ll play a real part in making the day a success.
