Ottawa Bluesfest 2026 Festival Dates: July 9-12, July 15-19.
July 13 & 14 - FESTIVAL CLOSED - the site is closed and will re-open July 15.
> Start Times
Gates open at about 5 PM on all festival days, with programming beginning at around 6 PM.
July 19 FREE PROGRAMMING: The festival grounds will open at NOON - 4 PM.
> End Time
The festival ends at or about 11 PM nightly. Patrons are asked to exit the grounds at this time so cleaning and maintenance can commence promptly.
GATES 2026
- General Admission (GA) ticket holders will use the main gates to enter the site
- Betty VIP Club / Platinum / Suites / Coors Light Party Central ticket holders can use Gate 2 on Vimy, next to the Museum to enter the site
- Accessibility entrance: Gate 2 on Vimy, next to the Museum
If you purchase a General Admission pass, viewing access is first-come, first-serve. The earlier you arrive, the better your chances are of being close to the stage.
> Onsite Box Office
Our *CASHLESS* Box Office will be open on all festival days from 4 PM - approximately 10 PM. We accept all forms of digital payment including Interac, Apple Pay, Google Pay, debit/credit Tap and all major credit cards.
> Will Call - Located at the Box Office/Will Call Tent
Pre-fest: July 8 - Will Call will be open from 3 PM - 7 PM for early pick-ups!
During-fest: Box Office & Will Call will be open on all festival days from 4 PM - approximately 10 PM.
> Volunteer Admin Office
The Admin Office, located inside the Canada War Museum in Atelier B, will be open on all festival days from 12 PM - 11 PM. Lost & Found items can be searched for or dropped off here.
3:30 PM - 11:30 PM on all festival days.
In partnership with Bike Ottawa, you can relax and take in all the music while knowing your bike is safely stored at the Bike Park.
> Poster Gallery (inside the War Museum)
5 PM to 9:30 PM on all festival days.