
Best Summer Festivals in Ottawa
A guide to Ottawa's biggest summer festivals, from Bluesfest and the Jazz Festival to Canada Day, Dragon Boat, and free street festivals. Includes dates, ticket prices, and locations for the 2026 season.
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The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is The Outsiders. This classic coming-of-age story takes y…

Be Our Guest at Beauty and the beast, Disney’s first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25…

A Dazzling Tribute to Dalida Following the release of her most recent album, 11 bis, rue d’Orchampt, Marie-Élaine Thiber…

Discover the mesmerizing rhythms of Dakar with Zale Seck. Step into a world where music becomes a gateway to the vibrant…

With Frétillant et Agile, Jocelyn Sioui brings to life Auhaïtsic, an improbable Wendat hero. How does this illustrious s…

“I don’t like anniversaries. Christmas, even less... and I was born on Christmas Eve! Between the turkey and the present…

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A beautiful noise is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Broo…

It is the story of two neighbors who share a common courtyard. The two women are very different, even antagonistic. One…

Add this fan favourite to your Broadway Across Canada package with early access to tickets. The New York Times calls it…

A new chapter. A voice asserting itself. With Si.elle, her fifth album, released in winter 2026, Céleste Lévis is back o…

Ahead of her highly anticipated new album, luck… or something, arriving next Friday, February 20, multiplatinum global s…

When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Gra…

Invited to the set of a TV show, Rousse gets the surprise of her life: the team has arranged a reunion with her brother,…

When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Gra…

One afternoon, Mozart and his big sister, Maria Anna, find themselves home alone for an hour of free time! Excited by th…

One afternoon, Mozart and his big sister, Maria Anna, find themselves home alone for an hour of free time! Excited by th…

Sing along, dance in your seat, and have the time of your life as Rajaton fills Southam Hall with the electrifying sound…

“Why see a show when you can BE the show!” Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns…

To be or not to be Shakespeare: that has been the question for 400 years! Adding to the vast array of theories about the…

Get ready for the brand-new Celtic Family Christmas… PARTY! At the NAC, we’re sharing the Christmas spirit with the enti…

The special Christmas presentation that Variety magazine calls, “Exciting, enthusiastic, and just lots of fun!” The Jers…

The special Christmas presentation that Variety magazine calls, “Exciting, enthusiastic, and just lots of fun!” The Jers…

One of Ottawa’s most beloved holiday traditions returns to Southam Hall: Handel’s Messiah, with its ecstatic “Hallelujah…

The logical continuation of the Nostalgia 1 and 2 project could only be a Christmas album. Christmas time is clearly the…

An NAC English Theatre Production Originally produced by the Citadel Theatre, Edmonton ## Holiday mishaps in the key of…

The first slam poet finalist for the Prix Découvertes RFI, Lydol has successfully established both her name and her art…

Presented in English with French subtitles Please note that Under30 tickets for these performances are limited. The NAC…

Have yourself a Jazzy Little Christmas with the John Dapaah trio, Michael Curtis Hanna and Roxanne Goodman With the fest…

Damien Robitaille dazzles audiences with his range, as he masterfully juggles various instruments and genres. From catch…

Four musical siblings make up the Quatuor Despax and regularly perform concerts in Canada's national capital and in the…

Four musical siblings make up Quatuor Despax and regularly perform concerts in Canada's national capital and Outaouais r…

Ivan Boivin-Flamand is back in the spotlight with a brand new microalbum, Nitehi, and a brand new show. Accompanied by h…

Go ahead and make noise during this irresistible hybrid show, part hip hop battle and part captivating autobiographical…

A few things to know... Stoke your inner fire and celebrate the upcoming winter solstice with an evening exploring the s…

Occupying a musical space somewhere between the sophisticated songs of Leonard Cohen, Jacques Brel and Félix Leclerc, th…

Experience the magic of two rock icons in one unforgettable night! Jacob Moon presents a trio of incredible female artis…

Rooted along the banks of the Kitchissippi (Gatineau, QC), Mia Kelly is an award-winning singer-songwriter, making her m…

With the NAC Orchestra A Delight for All Ages Les Grands Ballets Canadiens’ The Nutcracker has been a family tradition s…

For over four decades Powder Blues has been Canada’s leading blues band. The mix of swing, blues, jazz, rock & roll and…

UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony is an unforgettable concert experience featuring the most memorable themes from th…

Upinnaq is Inuktitut for (to feel) peace, calm and awe, all of these together... Join Susan Aglukark for a night of your…

Édouard, a retired historian, is starting to lose his memory. Bérénice, a rebellious young woman, will make him relive a…

Echoes of the Opera features the young artists of the Canadian Opera Company Ensemble Studio accompanied by pianists in…

The 8th Kaléidoscope musical at MIFO is a sensitive musical journey. This year’s artists are Caroline Savoie (NB), Flora…

Brahms X Radiohead is an epic symphonic synthesis of Radiohead’s album OK Computer and the Brahms First Symphony, compos…

Will Chalmers is a multi award-winning tribute artist and has been in the music industry for over 30 years. He has been…

For over two decades, Toni Lee has been performing Karen Carpenter tunes with incredible accuracy in top venues througho…

## Join these three top Canadian country stars, in one foot -stomping show. Be wowed by a stage full of country supersta…

JUNO Award-winners The East Pointers are innovators within the ever-evolving genre of modern folk, crafting a joy-conjur…

A few things to know ... Sink into some seriously relaxing weekend vibes as you experience intimate performances from so…

Acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Roch Voisine returns to the stage with The Lightfoot Sessions, a new concert experi…

Join us for a spectacular stroll down memory lane with the ultimate tribute to the electrifying era of Grease and the mu…

MATTEO LANE is a multifaceted talent known for his unique blend of stand-up comedy, musical prowess and artistic versati…

A few things to know... This program celebrates John Storgårds’s first program as Music Director of the NAC Orchestra! F…

For this Remembrance Day, the Shenkman Arts Centre hosts an intimate, afternoon performance featuring the sounds of the…

Maryna Krut is a Ukrainian singer and virtuoso of the bandura, a Ukrainian string instrument that looks like a cross bet…

In honour of Remembrance Day, Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe hosts an intimate, afternoon performance featuring the so…

Don’t miss this mind-blowing Unidentified Furry Object from France! To the sound of electric guitars, three rather tough…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Araceli Poma grew up in the Andes of Peru, in the house of her grandmother, Mamá Nie…

Disney Concerts, Disney+ and AEG Presents jointly revealed tour dates and on-sale information for the next “Worlds Colli…

Canada’s largest Day of the Dead 10th anniversary at ByWard Market: music, art, food.

With the NAC Orchestra From Folklore to Fantasy For Christopher Stowell’s first programmed season as RWB’s new artistic…

With his ancestral rhythms, captivating performances and incisive lyrics, Waahli presents an alternative hip-hop that ta…

Cohen's music sold out the Gladstone one year after his death. Ten years after losing this towering figure, we ask, “Wha…

Canada’s first lady of musical theatre and Tony Award nominee, Louise Pitre, will take to the Harold Shenkman stage. In…

Montreal born and Nashville based, Allison Russell is a Grammy, Juno, Americana and Folk Awards winning artist, actor, a…

The Last of the Duke Street Kings is one of the premier Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band tributes in North Americ…

with special guest Braden Foulkes All Ages/Licensed 19+ - bar service with photo ID Presented with the support of Ontari…

ABBA REVISITED recreates the magic of the iconic Swedish pop group with authentic costumes, spectacular harmonies, and n…

Feel the power of the Force in John Williams’s legendary music from the Star Wars saga! Since the release of the first S…

Simon Cowell said: “I’ve never seen anything like it!“ The wonderist himself has traveled the world sharing his style of…

Hailing from Águeda, Portugal, Danças Ocultas is an accordion quartet with a unique sound, crafted over the past 35 year…

For more than fifteen years, six musicians have shared the same fervour: that of Supertramp. Their career, punctuated by…

Next fall, award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter, Loreena McKennitt, will be commemorating the 30th anniversary of he…

Violinist Ray Chen first gained international attention after winning the Queen Elisabeth Competition and has since buil…

It’s all treats, no tricks inside Southam Hall! From an excerpt from The Sorcerer’s Apprentice to the theme from Ghostbu…

"The Father of Contemporary A Cappella…" – Entertainment Weekly "Completely amazing, I forgot there wasn't an orchestra!…

The story of Ohio Players—The Black Keys ’twelfth studio album and a record unlike any other in their long ride through…

Bruce Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career shaped by politics, spirituality, and musical diversity. His remarkable…

A few things to know ... Nature, poetry, and history come alive in this program of music spanning three centuries. Be wh…

An intimate and powerful evening of music, story, and spirit from three celebrated Indigenous voices. Celeigh Cardinal (…

Sit back and get ready to be taken on a magical, musical journey from China via India and to Italy. Musicians Ran Wang (…

Sit back and get ready to be taken on a magical, musical journey from China via India and to Italy. Musicians Ran Wang (…

Their Master’s Voice is an impressive and unclassifiable show starring a true legend, actor John Malkovich. In this inte…

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the National Arts Centre and be part of the magic of music as we celebrate Ottaw…

Are you ready to rock?! Direct from Australia, the hit tribute returns to Canada in 2026—bigger, better and louder than…

Begonia is your best friend. She’s the whimsical fairy on your shoulder, making you feel all at once comfortable to be y…

Since 2017, Nikamu Mamuitun has been celebrating encounters between Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists through music.…

Celebrate the harvest with our final night market of the season! Shop peak season produce and local goods, enjoy live mu…

Canadian Indie Icons Announce All the Feelings Tour Longtime friends and acclaimed Canadian indie bands Metric, Broken S…

Floydium, the eight-piece Toronto-based band is renowned as Canada’s Pink Floyd Show. Formed in 2012, Floydium is dedica…

With a dazzling stage presence, Kleztory combines the emotion and warmth of klezmer music with a feverish energy that tr…
Enjoy free food, music, kids activities, engage with PFC and our community partners about food security, and above all H…

Bring Me The Horizon are a generational force reshaping heavy music and youth culture. Led by Oli Sykes, the Sheffield b…

“Time passes, and it takes its time,” as the song goes. And time has passed… More than 30 years of happily mining, here…

Rheostatics have been one of Canada’s most original and unpredictable bands since forming in 1979. With a dozen acclaime…

Experience the magic of Epic Elton with Jeff Scott! Are you ready for a musical journey down the Yellow Brick Road? Get…

For Gregório Duvivier, the Portuguese language is not just a homeland but an obsession. Or, as young people say, a hyper…

Long Live: An Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute Band is the region’s BEST Taylor Swift tribute band. Long Live is the brai…

The works of Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan are defined by feeling and collective connection. His exceptional…

She may have died in a long-term care facility, but she comes back to life to wreak revenge! Is she a traditional mother…

Acclaimed tribute band Take It to the Limit makes a spectacular return, bringing the timeless sound of the Eagles to lif…


Doors open at 5:30 PM. This show is presented in Tamil. Naalai namathe – Grand Finale marks a proud milestone as we cele…

The tribute band SABBATH REVISITED has travelled back in time to 1970. After some intensive research, they’re now ready…

Sophie's music is rooted in love, empathy, and vulnerability, creating an intimate connection with listeners. Hailing fr…

A few things to know... Remixes aren’t just for pop music! In our season opener, discover three works in which composers…

A Pacific Theatre Production Forgive him Father for he has chosen theatre. Ins Choi, the creator of Kim’s Convenience, c…

Join us for an afternoon of entertainment and delicious treats with Wild Remedy, a trio of Ottawa-born musicians with a…

Join us for an afternoon of entertainment and delicious treats with Wild Remedy, a trio of Ottawa-born musicians with a…

Experience the raw power of local truth at the Unedited Woman’s 4th Annual Curated Performance Series. This is not your…

**Inspired by the book Beautiful Scars: Steeltown Secrets, Mohawk Skywalkers and the Road Home by Tom Wilson** **Uncover…

Come From Away is a heartfelt musical based on the true story of the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, in the days fol…

Presented by Algonquin Commons Theatre, F7 Live. The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to…

The party’s roaring in Ottawa! THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Enterta…

Presented by Digital Zone Canada. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College…

Due to popular demand: The Wiggles have added a 2nd show. Two Shows on Wednesday, August 26th New Show @ 2:30PM Evening…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

Take in a summer sunset with us! Access our terrace directly from Elgin Street, the canal, or the Mackenzie King Bridge…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Miguel de Armas is an internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist, composer, and arrange…

Classic Albums Live takes the greatest albums and recreates them live on stage – note for note, cut for cut, using the b…

From the deep countryside of Colombia’s Afro-descendant Maroon Caribbean emerges Anónimas & Resilientes, a collective of…

There simply aren’t enough superlatives to properly acknowledge the contribution Deep Purple has made to rock music. Hav…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

Take in a summer sunset with us! Access our terrace directly from Elgin Street, the canal, or the Mackenzie King Bridge…

Get ready for an unforgettable performance with Roxanne Goodman! A magnetic entertainer with a voice that moves effortle…

Get your tickets to the 2026 Ottawa Stomp Music Festival Aug 14-16 @ Metcalfe Fairgrounds.

Bonnie Raitt is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose unique style blends blues, R&B, rock, and pop. After 20 years…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

For a decade and a half, Grace Petrie has been one of the UK’s most urgent and passionate songwriters. Coming of age ami…

Spend your night with us under the stars! Access our terrace directly from Elgin Street, the canal, or the Mackenzie Kin…

Primary Colours is a Canadian piano trio that builds from the traditions of jazz, with influences from modern acts like…

Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician Zach Top will extend his “Cold Beer & Country Music” headline tour throug…

Daniel Caesar announces his headline 2026 tour in support of his album Son Of Spergy. Launching May 16th in Singapore, t…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Spend your night with us under the stars! Access our terrace directly from Elgin Str…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

Queer Filipinx Kimmortal's artistry is defined by its subversive energy and grounded vulnerability, navigating between s…

Spend your evening discovering Canadian talent under the setting sun! Access our terrace directly from Elgin Street, the…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC THE BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 TOUR Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock…

Presented by Spectrasonic all ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink Heavy Lungs bring raw, loud and uncompromising ene…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Miguel de Armas is an internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist, composer, and arrange…

Don’t miss this spectacular salute to the supergroup of all supergroups, The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Pe…

El español sigue al texto en inglés La Pambelé is a salsa brava orchestra redefining Colombia’s tropical and alternative…

The world's largest chamber music festival returns for two weeks of 120+ concerts featuring leading international ensemb…

Texto em português após o inglês Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a…

Haunting, entrancing, breathtaking, beautiful – this open-eared, understatedly virtuosic performer is transforming and c…

Texto em português após o inglês Spend your night with us soaking up a sunset! Access our terrace directly from Elgin St…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

## Sunday, July 19, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **The Guess Who** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage…

Axé Worldfest and the National Arts Centre join forces to present the second edition of Axé Summer WorldFest 2026 to cel…

## Saturday, July 18, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **Gwen Stefani** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stag…

Primary Colours is a Canadian piano trio that builds from the traditions of jazz, with influences from modern acts like…

Axé Worldfest and the National Arts Centre join forces to present the 2nd edition of Axé Summer WorldFest 2026 to celebr…

## Friday, July 17, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **Ella Langley** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage…

Spend your night with us taking in the sunset and vibing to music! Access our terrace directly from Elgin Street, the ca…

## Thursday, July 16, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **Lord Huron** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage…

Musicians Ramo Teder and Marko Veisson direct the vibrations of the talharpa’s horsehair strings through effects, using…

## Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **Conan Gray** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

BIM (Benin International Musical) brings together five musician‑vocalists who share stories of the African continent and…

Spend your evening taking in the sunset colours and listening to the best free beats! Access our terrace directly from E…

Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab a spot, and experience incredible l…

## Sunday, July 12, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **The Lumineers** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage…

Ten years is a long journey. For Meng Wei Yue Opera Studio, it has been a decade of passion, dedication, and cultural co…

## Saturday, July 11, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **HARDY** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage ####…

OK Naledi is a high-energy, Afro-Fusion music group based in Ottawa. Rooted in Motswana heritage, OK Naledi weaves raw e…

The world's largest one-day volleyball tournament returns to Mooney's Bay with thousands of players, live concerts, food…

## Calling all Ottawa's Swifties! Hailed as Québec’s very own Taylor Swift, he electrifies audiences with his acclaimed…

## Friday, July 10, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **Limp Bizkit** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage #…

Presented in English with French subtitles Please note that Under30 tickets are limited for these performances. The Nati…

## Thursday, July 9, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at LeBreton Flats. Headliner: **Cody Johnson** on RBC Stage. ### RBC Stage…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the O'Brien Atrium. Bring your meal, grab…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Brown bag lunches don’t have to be dull! Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Spend your night with us taking in the sunset and vibing to music! Access our terrac…

Bring your lunch and join Collected Strands for a free noon hour concert in the Atrium! This newly-formed group who get…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Miguel de Armas is an internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist, composer, and arrange…

The stage is set! Broadway Bound Youth Musical Theatre (BBYMT) presents a high-energy musical number featuring local you…

The genius, innovation and grandeur of the one and only Prince - this immersive stage show experience pays tribute and r…

Three things to know: Explore the personal and artistic ties that bound three giants of German Romanticism: Johannes Bra…

Canada’s ‘Taylor’ era is back! Join us as we celebrate the greatest pop icon of our time with this brand-new internation…

Celebrate Canada Day with a trip back to the 80s in the Concert Zone on York Street, from 7 to 11 p.m. Relive the 80s in…

## Sunday, June 28, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **Ibrahim Maalouf** on OLG Main Stage. ##…

Capital Sessions and the NAC are bringing you a series of FREE community house dance workshops. It's family and beginner…

Ooh Fest: music, art, skating & streetwear turn Skate & Play into a creative summer takeover!

The Ostara Project, led by award-winning bassist Jodi Proznick, showcases the strength and creativity of Canadian women…

Heritage in Motion(s) is a vibrant cultural production by the Ishaka cultural group offering an artistic journey through…

Acclaimed pianist and composer Myra Melford brings together a powerhouse quintet of leading improvisers for a project th…

## Saturday, June 27, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **St. Vincent & The NAC Orchestra** on…

Rooted in the Québec landscape and inspired by the vastness of the St. Lawrence River, Flore Laurentienne creates a rich…

Learn various ways to organize photos on your computer, phone or on the cloud. Understand how to create backups so your…


The Last of the Duke Street Kings: International tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E street Band The Last of the Duke…

Max Richter is one of the most influential and acclaimed composers of all time. His fusion of classical technique and el…

Bobby Previte is a composer and performer whose work explores the nexus between notated and improvised music. Previte is…

A tribute to Grease featuring a superb cast and a repertoire that covers some of the greatest songs of the 50's and 60's…

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live, authentic roots reggae, paying tribute to the Crown Prince of Reggae, Denn…

## Friday, June 26, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **WILLOW** on OLG Main Stage. ### OLG Mai…

daltonists is an experimental leftfield jam trio whose name references colour blindness, using this concept as a creativ…

Canada's largest EDM festival featuring Tiësto, FISHER, GRiZ, SLANDER and more over three days in Ottawa.

The Atlantic Jazz Collective is a group of 3 JUNO award-winning Canadian artists—saxophonist Mike Murley, bassist Jim Vi…

Featuring The Alex Messier Band and House of K “Don’t Play With Me” is a concert showcasing the songs from the upcoming…

Avishai Cohen is a globally recognised trumpeter and composer known for his distinctive sound, adventurous spirit, and b…

## Thursday, June 25, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **DOMi & JD Beck** on OLG Main Stage. #…

Black Thunder is the dazzling, fully improvised new offering from Seattle polymath Brittany Davis. Moving away from the…

Who's hitting the stage? Get ready for a Jukebox performance featuring a 2026 Capital Music Awards nominee, to be reveal…

Stéphane Wrembel, born in Paris and raised in Fontainebleau, is widely regarded as one of the world’s preeminent guitari…

Three things to know: Hear the epic work that brought the film Maestro—Bradley Cooper’s 2023 biopic of Leonard Bernstein…

During his kaleidoscopic quarter-century as a professional jazz musician, pianist Orrin Evans has become the model of a…

## Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **GALACTIC featuring Jelly Joseph** on…

Basel-based French saxophonist and composer Charley Rose is a true product of jazz, classical, and modern music. His uni…

Dálava, led by vocalist Julia Úlehla and guitarist Aram Bajakian, is a genre-defying ensemble that fuses Moravian folk t…

There are bands where every album is a step into the unknown. There are others whose development is a reliable and consi…

Brandon Woody is a Baltimore-born, Bach-endorsed trumpeter, composer, and bandleader whose music draws from the lineage…

## Sunday, June 21, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **Hiromi’s Sonicwonder** on OLG Main Stag…

David Lemieux has been the Grateful Dead's official audiovisual archivist since 1999, and their Legacy Manager since 201…

A debut book launch and live performance experience that blends poetry, music, and movement into one immersive evening.…

Featuring Thelonious, LOWERCASE, Prince Juno, & Saint Thomas 808sCreativeState presents SOLSTICE, a hip hop showcase on…

WolfGANG Sessions are nights of music that are sure to entertain. Grab your adventurous friends and take them out for a…

The announcement comes on the heels of Zimmerman’s recently released sophomore album Different Night Same Rodeo via Atla…

Joe Farnsworth is one of the most prolific jazz drummers of his generation, with a career spanning over 400 recordings a…

## Saturday, June 20, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer O…

Learn the options for digitizing old photos plus receive a demo on how to straighten, sharpen, adjust lighting, remove s…

Kobe-born and Brooklyn-based, trumpeter Takuya Kuroda continues to redefine modern jazz through a relentless, "everyday"…

If you liked him in “Les hommes viennent de Mars, les femmes de Vénus,” then you’ll love him in “Drôle de mariage!” Chan…

Twice GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Becca Stevens is a genre-defying artist whose work se…

## Friday, June 19, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **BADBADNOTGOOD** on OLG Main Stage. ###…

“This is a labour of love, an unforgettable musical journey of HighSoul, R&B, and Jazz-Hip Hop” With more than 2.3M view…

Celeigh Cardinal is a JUNO-winning Indigenous singer-songwriter whose rich, soulful voice has earned her national acclai…

Join us for a fun, walk-about wine & food tasting where we aim to transport you straight to this incredible region for t…

## Thursday, June 18, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **Wyclef Jean** on OLG Main Stage. ###…

Singer-songwriter. Chameleon. Her tender voice and her combination of jazz, folk, pop, and blues will leave you pleasant…

Three things to know: Among Igor Stravinsky’s most cinematic scores, The Firebird was heard in movie theatres around the…
A summer evening of premium Ottawa alt-rock: Paradise Sprites (Ottawa dark art-rock): Bandcamp: https://paradisesprites.…

Join Sherri Harding for a special evening celebrating the release of her highly anticipated new album Storyland. With an…

ABRA Cadabra, Vancouver's renowned ABBA Tribute band, is making a spectacular return to Ottawa! This is an unmissable, f…

Featuring songs from every one of Pink Floyd’s 15 studio-album legacy. Performed by top-flight musicians, the UK Pink Fl…

Under the direction of Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Mary Blais, the Concert Band of Kanata brings together…

This theatrical performance features percussionists creating different rhythms using all sorts of everyday objects. This…

Eadsé is a Wendat singer-songwriter based in the Laurentians and a 2025–2026 Révélation Radio-Canada artist. Having amas…

Italian Week Ottawa is thrilled to host a dance party like no other. We’re taking you back in time for a night of drinks…

Music, art, crafts, local food, poetry and more is represented throughout the full day event. ArtsPark is a community dr…

Josh Johnson’s Comedy Band Camp is a stand up and live music experience that brings together all the community of being…

Ukrainian-born, Berlin-based singer and composer GANNA (Ganna Gryniva) blends Ukrainian folk traditions, jazz-tinged arr…

Featuring songs from every one of Pink Floyd’s 15 studio-album legacy. Performed by top-flight musicians, the UK Pink Fl…

Who's hitting the stage? Get ready for a Jukebox performance featuring a 2026 Capital Music Awards nominee, to be reveal…

Get ready for a Jukebox performance featuring Satellite Birdhouse, one of the 2026 Capital Music Awards Group of the Yea…

The Festival Franco-Ontarien celebrates its 50th anniversary with three days of francophone music, street art, food, and…

Celebrate 100 Years of Broadway with the Barrhaven Community Concert Band! This concert features some of the best instru…

The Stairwell Carollers celebrate their 48th Spring Concert with a diverse evening of religious and secular a cappella s…

Presented by Spectrasonic playing one hybrid set - get there early all ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink presented…

Join us for an exciting and elegant celebration of Canada’s highest distinction in the performing arts! NEW THIS YEAR! T…

Learn various ways to organize photos on your computer, phone or on the cloud. Understand how to create backups so your…

Immerse yourself in the lively music, arts, dance, food, culture and heritage of Brazil with Saravah! Join Saravah Brazi…

Spring Plant SwapContribute excess plants to the Ruth E.Dickinson Branch Spring Plant Swap and takesome other plants ho…

Craft beer, great food, live music, and good times with friends at a lively outdoor festival.

AKEEM OH presents FEAR OF MISSING OUT at the National Arts Centre — the highly anticipated debut EP from the self-procla…

Presented by Live Nation. To RuPaul, Thanks for Everything, Alicia Edwards A heartwarming and hilarious wild ride throug…

Come celebrate the release of Elizabeth Royall’s debut EP You See An Angel ahead of its official June 19 streaming relea…

Geneviève RB is a Franco-Ontarian singer-songwriter and performer based in Quebec. Known for her expressive voice and ra…

This show is presented in Farsi. From the interrogation rooms of Tehran to the stages of Canada, witness Ashkan Khatibi…

A vibrant weekly event transforms Wednesday nights into lively community gathering where folks can enjoy the evening wit…

West Coast flavor comes to the Capital. The Vancouver Bandits arrive for a fast-paced midweek clash. Don't miss your cha…

Chris and Geoff Dahl, real brothers from London, Ontario, shared the stage with some of the world's top R&B legends incl…

June 1, at 6 pm: Freakier FridayTess's daughter Anna now has a daughter of her own and soon, a stepdaughter. As they nav…

The National Arts Centre (NAC) in collaboration with Blurring The Boundaries Arts (BTBA), the Research Centre for Music,…

Allie Goodyear: Allie Goodyear is a singer-songwriter from Ottawa, Ontario As a teenager, she performed her original son…

Sink into seriously relaxing weekend vibes as you experience intimate performances from some of your favourite NAC Orche…

featuring A Fond Farewell & Modevile May 30th, 2026 A Fond Farewell: A monument of raw intimacy and sensitivity, Elliott…

The Beatles, commonly referred to as The White Album, is the ninth studio album and only double album by the English roc…

The gifted Mauritanian Senegalese Daby Touré takes a fresh look at Africa. A true citizen of the world who refuses to be…

Les Chansonniers d’Ottawa are proud to present their new show, Droit devant! A vibrant performance where music and motio…

For the first time, Whitehorse hit the road as a true family band — a full-circle moment where two decades of music-maki…

Learn how to extend the battery life of your PC laptop, discover the handy Microsoft PowerToys, detect fake USB flash dr…

LIVE! on Elgin is turning 11! And guess what? The staff are all sick of each other What would any responsible business d…

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a fi…

This show is presented in English, French and Ukrainian. The Ottawa School of Ukrainian Dance is excited to present an e…

Frozen | November 20 - 29, 2026 Les Misérables | March 5 - 14, 2027 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat | June…

Al Qahwa is a Toronto-based ensemble inspired by the spirit of the great Middle Eastern coffee houses — gathering places…

Eau the Music: Eau the Music is Ottawa’s newest alt rock/indie rock artist bringing you crunchy guitars, catchy melodies…

Marina Orsini revealed her talent for songwriting with her debut album, Reconstruire les saisons, which is deeply rooted…

SoundProof performs a free lunchtime concert at the NAC as part of the Jukebox Lunch Concerts series.

What to know about this concert: Stewart Goodyear is both a pianist and composer—just like Mozart, whose Piano Concerto…

Come and spend a memorable evening dedicated to cinema at École secondaire publique Gisèle-Lalonde! For this special con…

This event is organized by the teen members of the Nepean Centrepointe branch's Teen Advisory Group.Come hang out at the…

Turn it up! Voices Rock is celebrating 10 years of making epic choral music. Join Voices Rock Medicine for a high-energy…

A free community house dance practice at the NAC with beginner-friendly workshops and deep soulful house music.

Nidal Ibourk is an exceptional artist, scholar, and singer based in Montreal, Canada. She was born in Rabat, Morocco and…

Join us in the heart of downtown Ottawa for a night of immersive, high-impact live music at Live on Elgin, one of the ci…

Carine Au Micro is a Montréal-based, Benin-born soul artist whose bold musical signature blends contemporary soul with v…

Le Vent du Nord is back with a new concert directed by Michel Faubert. Still inspired by the success of their 2022 inter…

Join us for an evening spotlighting four of Ottawa’s rising and established voices at Live on Elgin, a cornerstone of th…

Join us for an unforgettable evening of movement, music, and storytelling at Capital City Dance’s 2026 Recital: Dance fr…

For over twenty years, Alain Bédard has enjoyed a prolific career with his Auguste Quartet, touring the four corners of…

Get on your feet and let’s get loud with the greatest hits of the ’90s and ’00s Latin pop explosion! La Vida Loca celebr…

Featuring featuring Austin Camp, Chantal Celine, Pat Rees, Alyssa Hope * Carson CameronJoin us for an evening spotlighti…

Alternative indie folk singer Rory Taillon has been touring Canada for over a decade, performing on stages from coffee s…

Winner of three Tony Awards and multiple other honors, Urinetown is a sharp, hilarious musical satire that skewers capit…

Get ready to experience a Cher show like no other – heading to theatres across the UK, Europe and Canada in 2026! ‘Turn…

TRACKMEET Presents: Summer's Brother: The Sweeter Spring Tour with Special Guests Vancouver-based experimental psych-pop…

Presented by Spectrasonic all ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink presented with the support of Ontario Creates and…

Experience the enduring legacy of Wayne Shorter, a 12-time Grammy winner whose colossal talent as a jazz saxophonist and…

A Canadian Celtic showcase featuring RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers alongside artists from across the Ottawa Valley.

Witamy! The Ottawa Polish Fest is back for 2026 in the ByWard Market District. Hosted by the Polish Heritage Foundation…

Toronto-based singer-songwriter Just Prince is known for seamlessly blending Western and Eastern sounds into a harmoniou…

Formed in 2021, Los Desperados have quickly become known as Canada’s Premier Tribute to the EAGLES for their impeccable…

w/ special guest Chase Van Dusen Join us Friday, May 15th at LIVE! on Elgin for a special night celebrating the release…

It's about to go down! You know how it is with Th3rd Fridays by Moov Ottawa Dance: high-energy dance battles, fierce per…

For singer–songwriter Andrea Lindsay, the past decade has been a time of vibrant creativity and memorable moments on sta…

On Thursday, May 14th, don't miss the return of French indie punk band Sport to Ottawa for the first time in 13 years Su…

Sophie Grenier, winner of the Breakthrough Artist award at the 2025 Gala Trille Or and nominated for Breakthrough Artist…

Drag Me To Live! is back this May for "Drag Me Through The Decades: An Evening of 80s/90s/00s Hits!" Fabulous hostess Ed…

Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Second Wednesday of every month. New members we…

In celebration of Glenn Gould, his long-lasting musical legacy, and his beloved CD 318 Steinway piano, this salon-style…

[Image Description: Event poster for “Fly Nina Fly” with the event details on a blue background. On the right hand side…

Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of 10 Tony Awards®—including Best Musical! Enter a world of s…

Are you looking for a cozy place to jam with other musicians? This is a drop-in for musicians ages 16+, to make some mus…

February 9, at 6 PM: Julie & JuliaJulie Powell is a frustrated insurance worker who wants to be a writer. Trying to find…

Enjoy singing your favourite soft pop songs from the 50’s-80’s, Celtic and other folk music! All ages and levels of expe…

This show is presented in English and Bengali. Seasons of Bengal unfolds as an artistic journey, where each season carri…

Showcasing the talents of our amazing students age 3 to 18, Recital 2026 will entertain family and friends of all ages!…


Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks with Fleetwood Mac Mania, North America's most authentic tribute…

The Cranium Showcase brings you tomorrow’s stars today. The 2026 showcase will feature eight live music acts from Ottawa…

Glow of Love is a deeply moving and elegant Mother’s Day Candlelight Concert created to celebrate the unconditional love…

Glow of Love is a deeply moving and elegant Mother's Day Candlelight Concert created to celebrate the unconditional love…

Join a band of adventurers as they set out from the seaside town of Dragonsbourne. This is part ten of a continuing adve…

Cranium Arts Project is excited to announce the Cranium Conference and Showcase 2026. The music event will connect activ…

Don't miss the concert of the international legend of Gnawa music Hamid El Kasri

A high-energy show band that performs all the hits of Garth Brooks! Fresh Horses tours North America and has received ex…


Cranium Arts Project is excited to announce the Cranium Conference and Showcase 2026. The music event will connect activ…

The Mi’kmaw were likely the first people that European explorer John Cabot met in 1497 on the East Coast of what would c…

**Ian Thomas is “the complete entertainment experience!”** He is a film composer with 22 feature films to his credit; an…

J3M is a slick combination of pop and disco guaranteed to live in your head rent-free The singer/songwriter/producer (an…

MayaSpoken is a Ugandan-Jamaican poet and singer-songwriter based on the unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishin…

May 6, 2026: Brad Mehldau live at Saint Brigid’s Centre for the Arts, Ottawa Jazz Festival

Three things to know: Mozart spent most of his life composing symphonies. He completed his first symphony at the age of…

Technology doesn't have to be overwhelming. The Cumberland library Tech Team can help you with devices like phones, lapt…

Luc Langevin is back at last with an all-new, large-scale show. At the peak of his craft and with complete mastery of hi…

Ottawa's biggest singles mixer: games, music, comedy & real connections in one fun afternoon!

A women+ led music and makers festival. Powered by women, open to all.

Triumph's 50th anniversary reunion tour with special guest April Wine. The legendary Canadian rock band's first tour in…

Triumph formed in Toronto, Ontario, in 1975 after a chance meeting led Emmett, Levine and Moore to embark on a marathon…


For ages 13-17. Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to create your own zine—a small, self-publishe…

Set during the London Blitz of World War II, the story follows Alice Spencer, whose teen life is upended when she and he…

Dive into the timeless tale of a mermaid who dreams of living on the land above and finds a love that is deeper than any…


Experience the entire RiSE UP Ottawa Music Fest with a full festival pass, giving you access to three days of incredible…

Cheer on air guitar competitors battling for a spot at the Canadian Air Guitar Championships — or sign up to compete you…

Learn various ways to organize photos on your computer, phone or on the cloud. Understand how to create backups so your…

Sur les pas de Champlain in song...The show begins begins with a journey through wide open spaces and nature, as express…

A Catalyst Theatre Production What if seven exceptional female operatives were recruited to bring down WWII’s greatest t…

From the heart of the land to the heart of the city ? welcome to our Winter Farmers' Market season! Join 75+ local vendo…

The Ottawa Guitar Show comes early this year with musical gear from different exhibitors, including used, newer, and vin…

14th annual multi-day music and community festival celebrating diverse cultures and languages with evening concerts and…
The Forget For A Moment Foundation and the Ottawa Art Gallery are proud to present and invite you to visit The Creativit…

A spectacular concert inspired by one of the most iconic musical worlds in gaming. Materia Symphony is an original work…

A spectacular concert inspired by one of the most iconic musical worlds in gaming. Materia Symphony is an original work…

Join us on April 14th, 2026 at the Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre for a powerful night of music and giving in support…

Yarr, mateys! Get yer crew together for an unforgettable night of sea shanty sing-a-longs and shenanigans. There’s nothi…

Directed by Mike Tremblay Free admission. All are welcome.

You fell in love with their first dance, now it’s your turn to relive it. Dirty Dancing in Concert is a cinematic live-t…

Join us and experience a concert of rare emotional resonance and spiritual depth. At its heart lies Richard Strauss’s Me…

An original Canadian production perfect for children aged four to fifteen, featuring the orchestra with a special spotli…

Two-time JUNO Award-winning Indigenous singer-songwriter William Prince performs with special guest Boy Golden on his Fu…

A nationally celebrated concert production featuring Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest songs from Phantom of the Opera, Evi…

Nate Haller brings his first headlining Country Rising National Tour to Ottawa, featuring Mac Rumbolt as opening act.

Newfoundland folk-rock legend Alan Doyle, former frontman of Great Big Sea, performs with JUNO Award-winning special gue…

A multidisciplinary art exhibition exploring heartbreak and grief through paintings, dance, music, poetry, and interacti…

Legendary thrash metal band Megadeth brings their 2026 tour to Ottawa with special guests Anthrax and Exodus.

A spellbinding visual spectacular fusing cirque acrobatics, classical dance, and contemporary theatre with the NAC Orche…

The world's coldest music festival returns to Gatineau with headliners Steve Aoki, Kaskade, and BUNT. during Winterlude…

Special evening events for teenagers and young adults at Snowflake Kingdom, featuring DJs, illuminated attractions, tube…

Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis brings The Epilogue World Tour to Ottawa, featuring Matt Hansen as special guest…

Local and diverse DJs perform vibrant sets on Sparks Street during Winterlude. Pause, warm up, and dance along on festiv…

Join the Ottawa Symphony for a festive holiday performance featuring heartwarming seasonal favourites and a special audi…

Every Friday and Saturday evening Hard Rock Cafe has FREE live concerts starting at 9:30PM

Free Doobie Brothers tribute performance on Halloween at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM.…

Three-day celebration of Mexican culture featuring art, gastronomy, music, and dance in honor of the traditional Day of…

The NAC Orchestra turns Southam Hall into a playground of sound and suspense with eerie, epic, and haunted music straigh…

Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creat…

Free Queen tribute performance at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM after show…

Free John Mellencamp tribute performance at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM…

Free live music with Electric Company at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM aft…

Annual family-friendly Halloween neighbourhood event with music, kids activities, free yoga class, and pumpkin giveaway…

Free live music with Ambush at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM after show.

Third annual Day of the Dead celebration with authentic Mexican cuisine, Mariachi band Los Paisanos, local vendors, free…

Free live Chicks tribute performance at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM afte…

Free live Paul McCartney tribute performance at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until…

Free Thursday evening admission with seasonal refreshments, live music, and art-making activities. Presented by BMO at t…

The season launches with a powerful program featuring the full symphonic orchestra in its largest performance of the yea…

The Glebe neighbourhood pub with weekly Wednesday open mic nights featuring music and comedy — free admission, hosted by Chris Zimmerman.

Orleans' flagship performing arts centre with the 500-seat Harold Shenkman Hall — purpose-built proscenium theatre with state-of-the-art acoustics, lighting, and fly system.

A guide to Ottawa's biggest summer festivals, from Bluesfest and the Jazz Festival to Canada Day, Dragon Boat, and free street festivals. Includes dates, ticket prices, and locations for the 2026 season.

The complete guide to gigs in Ottawa — arenas, blues rooms, jazz lounges, rock clubs, cafes, and country bars. Where to catch live music, concerts, and music shows every night of the week.

A guide to celebrating the Fête nationale du Québec (Saint-Jean-Baptiste) on June 24 from the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Covers the Festival Outaouais en fête, bonfires, concerts, and how to get there from Ottawa.