Ottawa Bluesfest 2025: Everything You Need to Know – Lineup, Tickets, and Schedule • Over Here Toronto

Get ready for ten nights of live music, culture, and summer energy as Ottawa Bluesfest 2025 returns to LeBreton Flats Park from July 10 to 20. Now in its 31st year, the non-profit festival remains one of North America’s top 10 music festivals, drawing major artists, passionate crowds, and local talent to the capital.

This year’s headliners include Hozier, Shania Twain, Green Day, and Kaytranada, plus a genre-spanning mix of rock, pop, country, blues, and EDM.

Dates: July 10–20, 2025
Location: LeBreton Flats Park, Ottawa
Website: ottawabluesf e st.ca

Festival Highlights

Diverse Lineup: Over 200 artists across genres including Def Leppard, Sean Paul, and Charlotte Day Wilson.
Four Stages: Three outdoor stages plus an indoor stage at the Canadian War Museum.
Free OC Transpo: Your ticket includes public transit to and from the venue.
Family-Friendly Zones: Select areas cater to children and all-ages attendees.
Local Eats: Expect a range of food, beverage, and merch vendors on site.
Cashless Festival: All purchases are contactless—bring your cards or digital payment.

Full Lineup & Daily Schedule

*Photo via Ottawa Bluesfest (@ottawabluesfest) • Instagram*

The 2025 performance schedule is now live on the official website. Here are some of the top acts by date:

July 10: Lainey Wilson, Father John Misty, The Cat Empire
July 11: Hozier, Charlotte Day Wilson, The Dead South
July 12: Turnstile, Pixies, Kurt Vile & The Violators
July 13: Shania Twain, Alan Doyle, Wild Rivers
July 14–15: Festival Closed
July 16: Def Leppard, Tom Morello, The Decemberists
July 17: Sean Paul, G-Eazy, Peach Pit
July 18: Green Day, The Linda Lindas, Fantastic Negrito
July 19: Papa Roach, Daughtry, Kingfish Ingram
July 20: Kaytranada, BADBADNOTGOOD, Tim Baker

Note: Tickets are date-specific, not artist-specific. Lineup is subject to change.

2025 Ticket Options & Prices

Choose your ideal festival experience from single-day, multi-day, VIP, or Pick-3 passes.
All tickets are final sale, and prices vary by day and availability.

Full Festival Passes

General Admission: Starting at $329 +HST/service fees
Betty VIP Club (9-day): $1,200 +HST/service fees
Platinum (9-day): $2,895 +HST/service fees

Day Passes

General Admission: Starting at $75
Betty VIP Club (General Access): Starting at $150
Betty VIP (Reserved Seating): Starting at $225
Platinum (General Access): $425
Platinum (Table of 4): $2,000
Coors Light Party Central: Starting at $200

Pick-3 Passes

General Admission (3 unique days): Starting at $180

All pricing includes 13% HST + 3% service fee. Additional fees apply per order/delivery.
Buy tickets via Front Gate Tickets

Delivery & Entry Info

Single-Day Tickets: Emailed as digital passes (Print-at-home or mobile)
- Sent on June 16 (if purchased before) or immediately (after June 16)
Multi-Day Passes: Shipped via UPS (not Canada Post)
- Last day to order for courier: July 3
- If your order hasn’t arrived by July 5, contact customer service
Outside Canada: Pick up at Will Call (bring photo ID + order number)

This year, UPS shipping includes a $20 fee per order due to a possible postal strike.

Offsite Free Shows (No Ticket Required)

Enjoy free programming at these pop-up venues:

The Shed on Sparks Street
- July 12: Birds of Bellwoods
- July 13: Tiny Horse
World Exchange Plaza
- July 19: The New Hires
- July 20: Olivia Khoury

What to Bring

Sunscreen, hats, and a refillable water bottle
Weather-appropriate clothing
Digital ticket (mobile or printed)
Valid ID (especially for licensed zones and Will Call pickup)

Why Attend Ottawa Bluesfest 2025?

It’s more than a music festival—it’s a celebration of art, diversity, and community. With a picturesque venue by the Ottawa River, affordable options, and major international artists, Bluesfest remains one of Canada’s best summer experiences.

Whether you’re coming for Hozier, Green Day, Shania Twain, or the emerging Canadian talent, there’s something here for everyone.

Have you picked your top three nights at Bluesfest 2025 yet? Who’s on your must-see list?

Note: All information is subject to change at the organizer’s discretion. For the latest updates and details, visit the official website.

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