Ottawa Bluesfest 2026: What you need to know

Ottawa Bluesfest 2026 is set to begin with a nine-day lineup featuring headliners like Cody Johnson and Gwen Stefani. The city is encouraging attendees to use public transit, with free service included for festival pass holders.
Why it matters
The festival is a major cultural event for the region, and the logistical coordination highlights urban planning and public transit integration for large-scale events.
February 24 | Duration 1:15 Cody Johnson is headlining the first night, followed by appearances from chart-topper Ella Langley and HARDY. CBC’s Natalia Goodwin takes us through the Bluesfest lineup. Social Sharing Ottawa Bluesfest 2026 gets underway Thursday with the first of nine nights of music at LeBreton Flats around the Canadian War Museum.
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