Concerts & Live music
Events for August 20, 2026
Akoustik
Akoustik is a free summer concert series presented by the Vanier BIA at St. Charles Market, featuring a different folk, soul, indie, or acoustic artist each week. Evenings run from […]
La Famille Leblanc
La Famille Leblanc brings Acadian and Celtic roots music to the NAC's Wood Terrace for a free open air concert overlooking the Rideau Canal. This family of musicians plays 19th century Acadian tunes on concertina, whistle, fiddle and piano, tracing a journey from Poitou to Louisiana to Canada's east coast. Shows run at 7:30 PM […]
Songs from the Shed
Songs from the Shed turns lunchtime on Sparks Street into a free concert with local singer-songwriters performing outdoors. The series runs every Tuesday and Thursday through the summer, with this week's shows falling on August 18 and 20. Each set runs from noon to 1:30 PM at The Shed between Bank and O'Connor Streets. It's […]
Nostalgia Music Festival
Nostalgia Music Festival fills LeBreton Flats with tribute band performances celebrating the hits of the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Acts pay homage to artists like Elton John, Led Zeppelin, Madonna, KISS, and Rush across multiple stages. The outdoor festival includes food and drink vendors plus large format screens for clear sightlines from any spot on […]