The final day of Ottawa Bluesfest has arrived with added significance: it coincides with Ottawa’s 200th Anniversary, turning LeBreton Flats into both a festival ground and a birthday celebration for the nation’s capital. With free programming until 4 PM, a mandatory site clear‑out, and a full evening lineup returning at 5 PM for passholders, Sunday is built to end the festival on a high note.
🎉 Free Afternoon Shows (12 PM – 4 PM)
Bluesfest opens its gates for free programming until 4 PM, offering families, visitors, and locals a chance to enjoy the festival as part of Ottawa’s bicentennial celebrations.
Important: At 4 PM, the grounds must be cleared. Re‑entry begins at 5 PM for passholders and ticketed guests.
Free programming includes:
- Les Petites Tounes – 12:30 PM (RBC Stage)
- Choir! Choir! Choir! – 1:40 PM (RBC Stage)
- Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy + Family – 3:00 PM (RBC Stage)
- Blues in the Schools Showcase – 12:15 PM (LeBreton Stage)
- Be In The Band Showcase – 12:45 PM (LeBreton Stage)
- The Shed on Sparks Street (Offsite)
- Malia Rogers – 3:30 PM
- Mely Walide – 3:30 PM
A perfect daytime celebration for Ottawa’s 200th birthday.
🎵 Evening Programming — Passholders Return at 5 PM
RBC Stage
- Rebelle – 6:00 PM
- The Sheepdogs – 7:20 PM
- The Guess Who – 9:40 PM
Hard Rock Stage
- Banggz – 5:45 PM
- LeFLOFRANCO – 6:55 PM
- 4KORNERS – 8:15 PM
- Connor Price – 9:45 PM
LeBreton Stage
- Paolo Stante Band – 5:45 PM
- Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar – 7:00 PM
- Elisapie – 8:30 PM
Barney Danson Theatre
- Savannah Shea – 6:30 PM
- River City Junction – 8:00 PM
- Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar – 9:30 PM
⭐ Spotlight: Acts You Should Not Miss
A balanced set of highlights — including a nod to one of Ottawa’s own.
⭐ Connor Price — 9:45 PM (Hard Rock Stage)
Ottawa’s global breakout star brings a high‑energy, polished hip‑hop set built for festival crowds. Expect a hometown surge of excitement.
⭐ Elisapie — 8:30 PM (LeBreton Stage)
One of Canada’s most important voices, blending Inuit storytelling with indie folk and atmospheric pop. Her set will be a festival highlight.
⭐ The Sheepdogs — 7:20 PM (RBC Stage)
Classic rock harmonies, guitar swagger, and a perfect summer festival vibe.
⭐ Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar — 7:00 PM (LeBreton Stage) & 9:30 PM (Barney Danson Theatre)
Powerhouse vocals and blues‑driven soul. Catch them outdoors or in the theatre for a more intimate experience.
⭐ River City Junction — 8:00 PM (Barney Danson Theatre)
A staple of the Ottawa area’s blues‑rock scene, River City Junction delivers tight musicianship and a warm, roots‑driven sound. Their theatre set offers a great chance to support local talent in an intimate setting.
⭐ 4KORNERS — 8:15 PM (Hard Rock Stage)
The Toronto Raptors’ official DJ brings a dance‑ready hybrid of hip‑hop, EDM, and Caribbean rhythms.
⭐ The Guess Who — 9:40 PM (RBC Stage)
A nostalgia‑rich finale for Bluesfest’s closing night and Ottawa’s bicentennial celebration.
🎂 Ottawa at 200: A Finale Built for Celebration
With free daytime access, a stacked evening lineup, and thousands gathering to mark the city’s bicentennial, the final day of Bluesfest is designed to feel like a gift to Ottawa. Expect tributes, shout‑outs, and a celebratory atmosphere woven through every stage.
We’re expecting clear skies for the final day of Ottawa Bluesfest but it’ll be cooler than it has been so be sure to pack a sweater if you’re staying for the full show.
The full schedule, and any last minute updates, can be found at www.ottawabluesfest.ca
