CityFolk Ottawa 2025: Morrissey, Melissa Etheridge, Dropkick Murphys Headline September Festival

Ottawa’s CityFolk Festival is back with a stacked lineup for 2025, bringing major acts and local talent to Lansdowne Park from September 10 to 14. The CityFolk Ottawa 2025 lineup features big names like Morrissey, Melissa Etheridge, Indigo Girls, Dropkick Murphys, The Pogues, Down With Webster, USS, and Alex Warren.

CityFolk is known for blending international stars with rising Canadian artists, and this year is no different. Local favorites like Mia Kelly, School House, and Tyler Shaw will share the stage with indie and folk acts from across Canada.

Full CityFolk 2025 Lineup Highlights

• September 10: Alex Warren, Paul Russell, Tyler Shaw, Aaron Rowe, Mia Kelly, Hanorah
  
• September 11: Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls, Junkhouse, Rum Ragged, Amble, Alex Nichol
  
• September 12: Morrissey, James, The Devil Makes Three, Kaïa Kater, Mint Simon, School House
  
• September 13: The Pogues, Dropkick Murphys, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Celeigh Cardinal, Loviet, Catbite, Becks
  
• September 14: Down With Webster, USS, ToBi, BlakDenim, J Morris, Minuscule
  

CityFolk’s executive director Mark Monahan says September is the perfect time for an outdoor festival. “People are always up for one last chance to enjoy some great music under the stars,” he said.

Tickets and Festival Info

A 1-Day Presale kicks off Wednesday, May 14 from 10 AM to 11:59 PM. General ticket sales begin Thursday, May 15 at 10 AM.

General Admission Full Festival Pass

• Pre-Sale: $149 + taxes/fees
• On-Sale: Starting at $169 + taxes/fees
  

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa VIP Zone Full Festival Pass

• Pre-Sale: $289 + taxes/fees
• On-Sale: Starting at $299 + taxes/fees
  

Fans can buy tickets and find more details at cityfolkfestival.com. Lock in your GA or VIP Full Festival Pass with layaway for just $20. Terms apply.

All ticket prices are subject to 13% HST and a 3% service fee. Additional order fees apply. Day passes and other ticket types go on sale May 15.

Which artist are you most excited to see at CityFolk Ottawa 2025? Let us know in the comments.

More…

• https://www.instagram.com/p/DJlGHr9O6vl
• https://cityfolkfestival.com
• https://exclaim.ca/music/article/ottawa-s-city-folk-announces-2025-lineup-with-morrissey-melissa-etheridge-and-indigo-girls 
• https://www.overheretoronto.com/best-things-to-do-in-toronto-this-september-2025