Ottawa Bluesfest
Thu, Jul 10th – Sun, Jul 20th, 2025

The Ottawa Bluesfest (officially the RBC Bluesfest) is one of Canada’s largest and most popular music festivals, held annually in Ottawa, Ontario. Despite its name, the festival is not limited to blues music; it features a wide variety of genres, including rock, pop, hip-hop, R&B, electronic, country, and more.

Key Details About Ottawa Bluesfest:

  1. History:

    • Founded in 1994 as a small blues-focused event.

    • Over the years, it has grown into a multi-genre festival that attracts major international artists and thousands of attendees.

  2. Venue:

    • The main festival site is at LeBreton Flats Park, near downtown Ottawa, providing a scenic and spacious outdoor location.

    • The venue typically includes multiple stages, food vendors, and activity areas.

  3. Duration:

    • The festival usually takes place over two weeks in July, offering a lineup of diverse acts each day.

  4. Artists:

    • Past performers have included globally renowned artists such as Foo Fighters, Kanye West, Taylor Swift, The Killers, BB King, and Alanis Morissette.

    • The lineup also highlights Canadian talent and local musicians.

  5. Community Impact:

    • The event attracts music fans from across Canada and beyond, contributing significantly to Ottawa’s tourism and economy.

    • Bluesfest is also known for its community engagement initiatives, including programs that support local artists and youth music education.

  6. Tickets:

    • Passes are available for single days or the full festival, with early-bird pricing often available.

Blues fest has become the largest music festival in Canada and the second largest blues festival in North America and one of the largest international music events in the world spread out over two weeks, this tremendous festival offers something for just about every musical taste. And between shows, grab some food, have drink from a wide range of vendors and explore fun on site activities.

Ottawa Blues fest 2025 line up is out featuring Def Leppard, Shania Twain, Green Day, Hozier, Kaytranada and many many more !

For updates, schedules, and ticket information, visit the official Ottawa Bluesfest website.

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Ottawa Bluesfest
4.5
Based on 39 reviews
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Sean Z.
10:45 22 Oct 24
Jelly Roll and Dax made my wife and our 13 yr anniversary a great time
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Reid L.
02:19 26 Jul 24
Tyler childers was amazing! As always, bluesfest never disappoints! Beer could be cheaper. Lol
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Kelly G.
18:50 19 Jul 24
Security at the entry was a joke, but once inside the grounds, there was lots to see.
3 different stages to watch different entertainment.

A few vendors. Expensive. $60 for shirts. $200 for a cowboy hat.

The food was expensive, but we were expecting that to happen.
Example: $8.00 for a slice of boxed frozen pizza, not fresh.
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SOCIAL L.
16:04 16 Jul 24
Best Ottawa festival of every year, an event that is not to miss if your a local or for tourist. Come have fun adults or kids lots to do from day to night for a few days, I’m sure you’ll have plenty of enjouement and a wonderful time I highly recommend it. AND INCASE you need GROUND TRANSPORTATION we are a limousine Company that services the Ottawa and Gatineau region for type and size of event, just a phone call away and we’re at your service. Two birds with one stone, what you’re waiting for to give yourself a memorable experience from the event to luxury transportation.
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Luke
14:06 17 Jul 22
Amazing experience. Run the Jewels and Ludic were amazing and Milky Chance was my favourite. Loved coming to see them and was able to see a tiny bit at the end of the RAtM concert.
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