Festivals
Ottawa Bluesfest Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for 31st Edition in 2025
The highly anticipated 31st edition of Ottawa Bluesfest is set to electrify the capital once again, with an exciting and diverse lineup revealed at midnight. Taking place from July 10 to July 20, 2025, at LeBreton Flats, the festival continues its tradition of bringing world-class artists across multiple genres to thousands of music fans.
Headlining this year’s festival are some of the biggest names in music, including punk-rock icons Green Day, Irish sensation Hozier, and celebrated electronic producer Kaytranada. Country music fans can look forward to performances from Canadian legend Shania Twain, rising superstar Lainey Wilson, and breakout band The Red Clay Strays.
The indie scene is well represented with acts such as Men I Trust, Peach Pit, and Father John Misty, while rock enthusiasts can expect electrifying sets from Def Leppard, Papa Roach, and Turnstile. Adding to the rock spectacle, Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine will deliver a powerful solo performance, and punk newcomers The Linda Lindas will set the stage on fire before Green Day closes out the night.
True to its roots, Bluesfest will also feature an impressive roster of blues artists, including Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, D.K. Harrell, Sue Foley, and Darrell Nulisch, ensuring fans of the festival’s namesake genre are well served.
With a dynamic mix of legacy acts and contemporary chart-toppers, Ottawa Bluesfest 2025 promises an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all kinds.
Presale tickets go live on Wednesday, February 26, at 10 AM. Stay tuned for more festival updates and announcements by visiting www.ottawabluesfest.ca.
