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This week in ottawa blues
Sep 9, 2026
The Laff - Château Lafayette, Ottawa
The John Carroll Show @ The Laff - Château Lafayette, Ottawa
Sep 10, 2026
Irene's Pub, Ottawa
Thursday Blues Sessions with Guest Host Chris Breitner @ Irene's Pub, Ottawa
Sep 11, 2026
Belleville Downtown Blues Festival @ Main Stage
Belleville Downtown Blues Festival @ Main Stage,
Sep 11, 2026
Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC
JW-Jones @ Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC
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Sep 11, 2026
Rob Roy's, Smiths Falls
River City Junction @ Rob Roy's, Smiths Falls
Sep 12, 2026
Rupert Fair, La Peche QC
The Blind And The Beautiful @ Rupert Fair, La Peche QC
Sep 12, 2026
The Cove Inn, Westport ON
River City Junction @ The Cove Inn, Westport ON
Sep 12, 2026
Rupert Fair, La Peche QC
Tony D @ Rupert Fair, La Peche QC
Sep 12, 2026
Little Red Wagon Winery, Clarendon QC
Jeff Rogers @ Little Red Wagon Winery, Clarendon QC
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Sep 13, 2026
Waterfront Gastro Pub, Carleton Place
Barry Buse @ Waterfront Gastro Pub, Carleton Place
Sep 13, 2026
Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
The Roo's Blues Jam @ Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
Sep 14, 2026
Daniel O'Connell's Irish Pub, Ottawa
Al Tambay @ Daniel O'Connell's Irish Pub, Ottawa
Sep 15, 2026
HISTORY Ottawa, Ottawa ON
Blackberry Smoke – 25th Anniversary Tour w/ Bywater Call @ HISTORY Ottawa, Ottawa ON
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Sep 16, 2026
The Laff - Château Lafayette, Ottawa
The John Carroll Show @ The Laff - Château Lafayette, Ottawa
Sep 17, 2026
Byward Market, Ottawa ON
River City Junction @ Byward Market, Ottawa ON
Sep 17, 2026
Monte's at Tir Nan Og, Kingston
Sit Down Series: Joe Murphy and the Water Street Blues Band @ Monte's at Tir Nan Og, Kingston
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Sep 17, 2026
Le Notre-Dame Pub, Gatineau
Wicked Grin @ Le Notre-Dame Pub, Gatineau
Sep 17, 2026
Red Bird, Ottawa
Harry Manx @ Red Bird, Ottawa
Sep 17, 2026
Irene's Pub, Ottawa
Thursday Blues Sessions with Guest Host Leslie Rohonczy @ Irene's Pub, Ottawa
Sep 6, 2026
Waterfront Gastro Pub, Carleton Place
Barry Buse @ Waterfront Gastro Pub, Carleton Place
Sep 6, 2026
Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
The Roo's Blues Jam @ Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
Sep 6, 2026
Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa
Legendary Sunday Afternoon Blues Jam @ Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa
Sep 5, 2026
Carleton Tavern, Ottawa ON
Rollin Steady Blues @ Carleton Tavern, Ottawa ON
Sep 5, 2026
Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
Good2Go @ Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
Sep 5, 2026
The Cove Inn, Westport ON
Soul Revue - Matthew Chaffey + Curtis Chaffey @ The Cove Inn, Westport ON
Sep 4, 2026
Carleton Tavern, Ottawa ON
Rollin Steady Blues @ Carleton Tavern, Ottawa ON
Sep 4, 2026
Jonny Canucks (Findley Creek), Ottawa
The OGs @ Jonny Canucks (Findley Creek), Ottawa
Sep 4, 2026
Bridge Masters Brewing Company, Perth
River City Junction @ Bridge Masters Brewing Company, Perth
Sep 4, 2026
Monte's at Tir Nan Og, Kingston
Sit Down Series w/Garrett Mason @ Monte's at Tir Nan Og, Kingston
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Sep 3, 2026
Irene's Pub, Ottawa
Thursday Blues Sessions with Guest Host Tracey K @ Irene's Pub, Ottawa
Sep 3, 2026
Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC
Garrett Mason @ Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC
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Sep 2, 2026
The Laff - Château Lafayette, Ottawa
The John Carroll Show @ The Laff - Château Lafayette, Ottawa
Sep 2, 2026
St Charles Market, Ottawa ON
Angelique Francis - Akoustic Sessions @ St Charles Market, Ottawa ON
Sep 2, 2026
St Charles Market, Ottawa ON
Lyle Odjick - Akoustic Sessions @ St Charles Market, Ottawa ON
Sep 2, 2026
Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival - Hydro-Québec Stage, Gatineau QC
Martin Deschamps @ Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival - Hydro-Québec Stage, Gatineau QC
Aug 31, 2026
Daniel O'Connell's Irish Pub, Ottawa
Al Tambay @ Daniel O'Connell's Irish Pub, Ottawa
Aug 30, 2026
Waterfront Gastro Pub, Carleton Place
Barry Buse @ Waterfront Gastro Pub, Carleton Place
Aug 30, 2026
Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
The Roo's Blues Jam @ Atomic Rooster, Ottawa
Aug 29, 2026
The Toucan, Kingston ON
Kingston Blues Festival – Sweet Pete & The Heat @ The Toucan, Kingston ON
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Step into the Soul of Ottawa’s Blues Community
Welcome to the Ottawa Blues Society (OBS)—a grassroots, all-volunteer group dedicated to keeping the blues alive and thriving in our region. We celebrate the deep traditions of the blues while championing the artists, fans, and events that keep this music fresh and alive today. Whether you’re a musician, a lifelong fan, or just discovering the blues, you have a place here.
For Musicians
We’re here to shine a spotlight on your craft. The Ottawa Blues Society offers opportunities to perform, connect, and grow—from our Road to Memphis challenge to artist spotlights and playlist features. We believe in giving local talent a stage and helping your music reach new ears, both in Ottawa and beyond. If you’re a blues artist, we want to hear you, share your music, and support your journey.
For Fans
If the blues moves you, you’re in the right place. The OBS is more than a society—it’s a community of listeners who love the raw emotion, storytelling, and soul that only the blues can deliver. Here, you can discover new artists, revisit timeless classics, and meet fellow fans who share your passion. Whether you’re grooving at a live show, spinning a record at home, or following our latest playlists—you’re part of the family.
For Events & the Community
Ottawa’s blues scene is alive with energy, and the OBS helps bring it all together. From intimate club nights to festival stages, from benefit concerts to international competitions, we work to connect people with live music experiences that matter. We’re proud to collaborate with venues, sponsors, and volunteers to ensure the blues has a vibrant presence in our city.
Join Us
The Ottawa Blues Society thrives because of people like you—musicians, fans, and supporters who believe in the power of the blues. Explore our site, check out upcoming events, get involved, or become a member. However you participate, you’ll be helping to preserve, promote, and celebrate the blues for generations to come. So pull up a chair, tap your foot, and let’s keep the music alive—together.