Auguste Quartet jazz concert
2026-05-21 20:30 UTC | NAC · Fourth Stage, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Francophone jazz concert. Led by bassist/composer Alain Bédard, the Auguste Quartet has toured four continents over 20+ years. New lineup: Erik Hove (alto sax), Marie-Fatima Rudolf (piano), Alain Bédard (bass), Michel Lambert (drums). Six albums including JUNO and ADISQ finalists. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Le R Premier - Concert TROY
2026-06-02 19:00 - 22:30 | ByWard Market, Club SAW, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Le R Premier, a Canada-Benin artist, launches his EP TROY at Club SAW Ottawa in a concert blending poetic rap and afro-futurism, with limited tickets available for this intimate venue. Club SAW is a well-respected arts venue in the ByWard Market area known for supporting emerging and experimental artists across genres. The show runs from 7 PM to 10:30 PM and tickets are available through Eventbrite. This is a bilingual event with French-language presentation and is an excellent option for those interested in francophone music, African diaspora sounds, and independent Ottawa arts scenes. Ticket availability is explicitly flagged as limited by the organizer.
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The Prime Rib Big Band
2026-06-03 20:30 - 22:00 | Irene’s Pub – Glebe, 885 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Prime Rib Big Band performs a full evening of classic big band swing and jazz at Irene’s Pub, one of Ottawa’s most beloved and longest-running live music venues in the Glebe neighbourhood. The ensemble is described as spectacular and energetic, specializing in soulful big band performances that fill a room. Tickets are available through the Irene’s Pub website and the Ed Lister Music platform. Irene’s Pub is an intimate venue that regularly draws music lovers for its strong programming and welcoming atmosphere along Bank Street. This is a strong weeknight option for jazz fans and anyone looking for a lively mid-week evening out.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

The Listros - Into The Otherside Tour
2026-06-04 20:00 | ByWard Market · The 27 Club, 27 York St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Listros bring their Into The Otherside Tour to the 27 Club in the ByWard Market for a rock show with doors opening at 7 PM. The 27 Club is a well-regarded intimate live music venue in Ottawa’s ByWard Market neighbourhood, known for hosting a mix of emerging and established Canadian acts. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at the venue partner link. This is an indoor seated and standing show in a compact venue, making for an up-close live music experience. Rock fans and supporters of the Canadian indie scene will find this a worthwhile Thursday night outing.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

JINJER Duel North America 2026
2026-06-05 18:00 | Centretown · Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Ukrainian heavy metal powerhouse JINJER brings their Duel North America 2026 tour to the Bronson Centre Theatre with support from Entheos in what is expected to be a high-energy performance from one of the most technically accomplished metal bands on the international scene. JINJER is known for vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk’s extraordinary vocal range and the band’s blend of progressive metalcore, groove metal, and technical precision. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and Live Nation. The Bronson Centre Theatre offers a general admission floor and balcony seating with a capacity suited to an intimate but powerful show. Bags are subject to search on entry and arriving early is recommended for floor positioning.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Family Man, Neon Ghosthouse
2026-06-05 19:30 | ByWard Market · The 27 Club, 27 York St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Family Man and Neon Ghosthouse perform a punk and indie double bill at the 27 Club in the ByWard Market, with doors opening at 7 PM. The 27 Club is one of Ottawa’s most active small-capacity live music venues and consistently hosts touring punk and indie acts alongside local support. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster via the venue page. This is a Friday night indoor show in a compact standing-room venue well-positioned for an after-work start. It is a strong option for fans of punk, indie rock, and alternative music looking for a high-energy early June show.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Graventown Yard Pals: Ron Hawkins
2026-06-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Nepean, 30 McLellan, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
A special intimate outdoor yard show hosted by Graventown featuring Ron Hawkins performing in a private backyard setting in Nepean, with limited capacity meaning it will sell out quickly. Ron Hawkins is a respected figure in the Canadian indie rock scene with a long musical career. The show runs from 7 PM to 9 PM and is ticketed through Eventbrite. This is an unusual and intimate concert format that puts the audience close to the performer in a residential outdoor setting, making it a genuinely unique live music experience in Ottawa. Tickets should be purchased in advance as the event is listed as almost full on Eventbrite.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

EKA Day Party
2026-06-07 12:00 - 18:00 | EXIT Lounge & Skate, Nepean, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
A daytime indoor dance party at EXIT Lounge & Skate bringing good music, great people, and a festive vibe for six hours of non-stop dancing. Doors open at 11:45 AM and the party runs noon to 6 PM on Sunday, June 7, with free parking available on site. This event is restricted to ages 18 and over; valid ID is required at the door. Tickets are available on Eventbrite; check the link for current pricing. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Satellite Birdhouse Jukebox Lunch Concerts
2026-06-11 12:10 - 12:50 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Ottawa folk-rock duo Satellite Birdhouse, a 2026 Capital Music Awards Group of the Year nominee, performs a free 40-minute outdoor lunchtime concert at the NAC as part of the Jukebox Lunch Concert series. Stacy DuBois and Troy Huizinga bring story-driven, harmonically rich songs inspired by Joni Mitchell and the Indigo Girls to one of Ottawa’s finest public spaces. No tickets or registration are required and the series runs every Thursday in May and June. The Peter A. Herrndorf Place is at 1 Elgin Street in downtown Ottawa. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Illscarlett: Celebrating 20 Years of EPdemic
2026-06-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Centretown · The Bronson, 211 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Illscarlett marks the 20th anniversary of their debut album EPdemic with a hometown concert at the Bronson Centre, supported by Zoo Legacy and The Divetones in an all-ages licensed show presented by Spectrasonic and Live 88.5. The Ottawa ska-rock band built their reputation in the mid-2000s with EPdemic and this anniversary show is a celebration of both the album and the local music community that supported them. Advance tickets are $37 through Ticketweb.ca; doors open at 7 PM on Friday June 12 and the event is all-ages with licensed bar service on site. The Bronson Centre is at 211 Bronson Avenue in Centretown, accessible by OC Transpo on Routes 1, 2, and 14. Valid ID is required for alcohol service at the bar. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Afro Jazz (vol. 3) with the John Dapaah Quintet
2026-06-13 19:00 - 21:00 | 30 Cleary Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The John Dapaah Quintet delivers a soulful two-hour live concert blending Afrobeats, highlife, compa, and jazz in an intimate congregational venue in Ottawa’s west end. The five-piece ensemble features piano, alto sax, guitar, bass, and drums weaving West African rhythms with jazz in a night designed for music lovers seeking something vibrant and joyful. Tickets are available through Eventbrite in advance with no refunds, and street parking is available near the venue at 30 Cleary Avenue. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Shelley, Grimaud & Gershwin & Stravinsky's The Firebird
2026-06-17 09:00 - 2026-06-18 05:00 | NAC · Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Conductor Alexander Shelley leads his final season with the NAC Orchestra in a stunning double-bill pairing Gershwin’s jazz-infused piano concerto with Stravinsky’s cinematic ballet score The Firebird. Celebrated pianist Helene Grimaud joins the orchestra alongside emerging musicians from the NACO Mentorship Program, making this a landmark evening of orchestral music in Ottawa. Tickets are available through the NAC box office at 1-844-985-2787 or online at nac-cna.ca and the performance takes place on both June 17 and June 18 at 8:00 PM. Southam Hall offers full concert hall seating with accessible locations available by contacting the box office in advance. This is a premium classical experience suited to music lovers of all backgrounds. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Reverend Horton Heat & The Surfrajettes
2026-06-26 19:00 - 23:00 | 2477 Kaladar Ave, Ottawa, ON K1V 8B9, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Psychobilly legends Reverend Horton Heat, widely considered the greatest act in the genre, perform with surf rock opener The Surfrajettes at Overflow Brewery for a high-energy night of rockabilly and surf-infused music. This is an intimate indoor show at one of Ottawa’s best independent music venues, presented by Chord Productions and running from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Tickets were on sale via Eventbrite with near-sellout status reported, so early purchase is strongly recommended. Overflow Brewery is located at 2477 Kaladar Avenue in south Ottawa and is accessible via transit from Billings Bridge Station. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.
