Events

Ottawa Bluesfest Downtown Concert Series

July 12 - 20, 2025

3:30pm - 4:30pm

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Your Bluesfest Warm-Up is here, right in the Heart of the City!

This July, the Downtown BIA is teaming up with Ottawa Bluesfest to bring the Downtown Concert Series to two vibrant outdoor spaces - The Sparks Street Shed and World Exchange Plaza. We're turning the city core into a pre-party destination for music lovers heading to the big Bluesfest stages.

Join us for free live performances that showcase incredible local talent, all set against the unique energy of downtown Ottawa. Grab a patio drink, enjoy a bite to eat, and soak up the summer sounds before making your way to the festival grounds.

Sparks Street Shed Lineup | 3:30–4:30 PM

Friday, July 12 — Birds of Bellwoods

Saturday, July 13 — Tiny Horse

World Exchange Plaza Lineup | 3:30–4:30 PM

Friday, July 19 — The New Hires

Saturday, July 20 — Olivia Khoury

Let the music start downtown. Admission is free - just show up and enjoy!

Bluesfest Poster

When

July 12 - 20

Where

Sparks Street Shed (On Sparks Street, between Bank & O'Connor Street)
&
World Exchange Plaza (45 O'Connor Street)

How much

Free

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