Back for the 31st edition, Ottawa Bluesfest unveiled their diverse and exciting lineup for 2025 at midnight. Headliners span across the genres, from punk-rockers Green Day to Ireland’s Hozier to one of dance music’s finest in Kaytranada.
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As always, country music is well represented with Canadian legend Shania Twain, new country stars like Lainey Wilson and up-and-comers like The Red Clay Strays.
The indie scene is heavily featured this year with some great acts, such as Men I Trust, Peach Pit and Father John Misty.
There are plenty of rock acts to get ready for as bands like Def Leppard, Papa Roach and Turnstile will bring the overdriven solos, chunky power chords and anthemic choruses. Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello will be doing his own solo set, and The Linda Lindas will be one not to miss before Green Day takes the stage.
And if you’re in need of some blues, take heart! The likes of Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, D.K. Harrell, Sue Foley and Darrell Nulisch are some amazing musicians to see live.
Hozier at CityFolk 2023. Photo: Landon Entwistle.
There is something for everyone at Ottawa’s largest music festival, and this year promises to deliver some incredible performances, with a solid mix of current and legacy acts to enjoy.
Ottawa Bluesfest runs from July 10 to July 20 at LeBreton Flats, drawing thousands of live music fans. Ticket presale goes live Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 10am.
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