OTTAWA, February 24, 2026 – Anticipating one of the nation’s capital’s best fests ever, Ottawa Bluesfest organizers today announced their 2026 lineup. Hundreds of thousands of live-music-loving fans will descend on LeBreton Flats Park to revel in the sounds of some of the finest acts on the planet.
This year’s lineup includes: Cody Johnson, Jessie Murph, Rev Run (July 9); Limp Bizkit, Cypress Hill, Steve Earle (July 10); HARDY, BigXthaPlug, Patrick Watson (July 11); The Lumineers, Leif Vollebekk, bbno$ (July 12); Conan Gray, Myles Smith, Natasha Bedingfield (July 15); Lord Huron, Lucy Dacus, Social Distortion (July 16); Ella Langley, Sheryl Crow, Death From Above 1979 (July 17); Gwen Stefani, Mariah The Scientist, Shaggy (July 18); and The Guess Who, The Sheepdogs, Connor Price (July 19).
“The goal of the Bluesfest team is to present a world class festival and keep it accessible and affordable for all,” says Ottawa Bluesfest executive and artistic director Mark Monahan.
“In an effort to reward our loyal fans we are offering a one-day pre-sale on Wednesday, February 25 from 10 a.m. to midnight. The presale price of our 9-day shareable pass will be $279—a $50 discount off the regular price of $329. This includes admission to all nine days of the festival. This price will be available for one day only. We encourage fans to support the festival by buying a nine-day pass and sharing it with family and friends,” concludes Monahan.
As announced earlier this year, Ottawa Bluesfest will be hosting a special evening of stellar talent on Sunday, July 19 to recognize Ottawa 200. Featured acts will include The Guess Who, Connor Price, The Sheepdogs, and Elisapie, among others.
“The Ottawa Bluesfest team is thrilled to support the launch of Ottawa 200,” Ottawa Bluesfest executive and artistic director Mark Monahan said at the time. “This is a tremendous opportunity to celebrate the rich history of our city, and we look forward to contributing to a year of impactful commemorative events, while being a part of Ottawa’s vibrant future,”
For the 2026 edition of the festival, a wide range of noteworthy acts will be featured on multiple stages throughout the event.
Who’s playing when at Ottawa Bluesfest:
July 9 – Cody Johnson; Jessie Murph; Rev Run; Digable Planets; GOAT; Lloyd Spiegel; The Longest Johns; Justin Fancy; Jade Hilton; Jermaine Holmes; Satellite Birdhouse; DJ Mace
July 10 – Limp Bizkit; Cypress Hill; Marc Rebillet; Steve Earle; Hank Azaria and The EZ Street Band; Miko Marks; Gwenifer Raymond; Alicia Kayley; F!TH; My Son The Hurricane; SexBandit; DJ Mace
July 11- HARDY; BigXthaPlug; Patrick Watson; cleopatrick; Luna Li; Mo Kenney; Ron Artis II; Aspects; Kat Pereira; Mikhail Laxton; Tiny Horse; DJ Mace
July 12 – The Lumineers; bbno$; Leif Vollebekk; Hazlett; DijahSB; Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band; Kelly McMichael; JOLY; Les Rats d’Swompe; Mehdi Cayenne; summersets; DJ Karyen
July 15 – Conan Gray; Myles Smith; Natasha Bedingfield; Sons of Legion; All-Star Women’s Blues Showcase; Reuben and The Bullhorn Singers; Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears; Yasmin Williams; Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder; Adam Karch; Mecca of Stank; DJ Karyen
July 16 – Lord Huron; Social Distortion; Lucy Dacus; Royel Otis; Dope Lemon; Billy Bragg; Thee Sinseers; The Pairs; Jamie Webster; Jadea Kelly; Koko Love; Nico Little and The North Americans; DJ Karyen
July 17 – Ella Langley; Sheryl Crow; Death From Above 1979; Valerie June; Angine de Poitrine; JIMI; Thunder Queens; Nayana; The Jay Blues Trio; Emerging Artist Showcase; TYR ONE
July 18 – Gwen Stefani; Mariah The Scientist; Shaggy; Grace Bowers; Aqyila; Here Come The Mummies; The Texas Horns; TJ Wheeler; Billie du Page; Bridge Music; Eadsé; TYR ONE
July 19 – The Guess Who; Connor Price; The Sheepdogs; Elisapie; Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar; 4KORNERS; Banggz; LeFLOFRANCO; Paolo Stante Band; Rebelle; Savannah Shea; TYR ONE
In other Ottawa Bluesfest news, festival organizers announced that the naming rights for the popular River Stage—located on the north side of the museum and abutting the Ottawa River—will go to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa.
“Music and entertainment is in our DNA; this partnership is a natural fit” says Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa President, Christine Crump. “Live music is a significant economic driver in our community. Both Hard Rock and Bluesfest are amplifying the music and entertainment scene in our nation’s capital. It’s a remarkable year for the city and we are thrilled to help amplify the festivities.”
“This stage has been a fan favourite for years thanks to great programming in a picturesque setting and an accessible amphitheatre-type layout,” says Ottawa Bluesfest director of sponsorship Nathalie Laperrière. “We’re so happy to welcome the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa team to the ‘fest family, and we look forward to offering fans night after night of good times at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Stage.”
CHEO Night at Ottawa Bluesfest
Following the success of their inaugural partnership with CHEO in 2025, festival organizers are proud to announce the return of CHEO Night at Ottawa Bluesfest. CHEO Night at Ottawa Bluesfest unites two beloved community institutions to help transform pediatric care in our city and is aimed at raising vital funds for CHEO’s redevelopment during the festival. This impactful night will take place Sunday, July 12, headlined by The Lumineers. Ahead of the event, festivalgoers are encouraged to support CHEO through online donations here . On-site, at the festival, fans can donate to CHEO at any point-of-sale station.
*TICKETS https://ottawabluesfest.frontgatetickets.com/
One-Day Presale Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. ET includes a limited number of the following: General Admission Full Festival Shareable Passes, Betty VIP Club Full Festival Passes, and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Platinum Full Festival Passes.
Single-Day Tickets for General Admission & VIP options On Sale Thursday, February 26 at 10 a.m. ET
3-Day Passes will be available for sale as of Monday, March 2 at 10 a.m. ET
All tickets include OC Transpo service to the festival. *Prices subject to change.
Ottawa Bluesfest will take place from July 9 to July 19 at LeBreton Flats Park in Ottawa and is fully licensed.
For more information about the Ottawa Bluesfest, please visit: https://ottawabluesfest.ca/
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