We are thrilled to announce the July 19th, 2026 daytime & evening lineup, in celebration of Ottawa’s 200th Anniversary!
We are also excited to share that the daytime programming on the 19th will be FREE. These special performances will be part of Ottawa’s 200th Anniversary Celebration — marking two centuries since the founding of Bytown. Join us as we celebrate this historic milestone in partnership with the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Tourism.
Our FREE DAYTIME programming (Noon - 4 PM) includes music by:
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy & Family, Choir! Choir! Choir!, Les Petites Tounes, Blues In The Schools Showcase & Be In The Band Showcase.
PLUS Special Family-Friendly Activities featuring:
MUSEUM FUN by INGENIUM
~ Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
~ Canada Science and Technology Museum
~ Canada Aviation and Space Museum
CIRCUS & AERIAL PERFORMANCES
~ by Cirquonscient
OTTAWA FIREFIGHTERS
~ Gear Up and Grab Some Swag!
Our EVENING programming (TICKETED - 5 PM - 11 PM) includes performances by:
The Guess Who, Connor Price, The Sheepdogs, Elisapie, Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar, 4KORNERS, Bangéz, LeFLOFRANCO, Paolo Stante Band, Rebelle, Savannah Shea & TYR ONE
Ottawa Bluesfest will wrap up the night with a MESMERISING DRONE SHOW!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! See you there!
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