2026 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards

Canada’s highest distinction in the performing arts is celebrated at a gala evening at the NAC’s Southam Hall, honouring the 2026 GGPAA laureates including set and costume designer Susan Benson, conductor Barbara Hannigan, and singer-songwriter Daniel Lavoie among others. The evening begins with a red carpet arrival at 7 PM on Elgin Street followed by tribute performances from 8 PM in Southam Hall, with short National Film Board films about each laureate premiering live at the event. Concert-only tickets start at $75 and are available on the NAC website. This is a black-tie-adjacent cultural gala recommended for adult audiences who follow the performing arts. The NAC is located at 1 Elgin Street in downtown Ottawa and is easily accessible by transit.

Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.