News & Announcements
Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025
We look forward to seeing you at the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Ottawa Jazz Festival on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. (EST) via Google Meet. Registration to attend is open until Friday, November 14, 2025.To RSVP your attendance, please register here: OJF Board of Directors and staff do not […]
Ottawa Jazz Festival Turns 45 – Join the Celebration!
Festival-goers will recall being wrapped in the magic of warm summer evenings as Confederation Park glows in soft pink and violet light – and sometimes rain – creating a living tapestry of emotion, heritage, artistry, and connection. Each evening throughout the Ottawa Jazz Festival, artists share deeply personal stories with their audiences, creating memories that […]
Celebrating 45 Years with 45+ FREE Shows
For 45 years, the Ottawa Jazz Festival has celebrated the richness and diversity of music—especially jazz—by offering accessible, high-quality performances. A cornerstone of this goal has always been our free programming, which continues to play a vital role in connecting audiences with exceptional live music. In 2025, we’re proud to celebrate our 45th anniversary with 45+ free shows across five distinct series, each crafted to inspire, connect, and engage music lovers of all kinds.
Ottawa Jazz Festival – Made in Canada
For 45 years, the Ottawa Jazz Festival has been a big part of the Canadian jazz community, proudly celebrating the talent and innovation of musicians from across the country. Explore the full Made in Canada lineup.
Get a Taste of the 45th with Spotify!
Over ten days, from June 20 to June 29, the 2025 Ottawa Jazz Festival will present an extraordinary lineup of musicians from across Canada and around the globe. As we gear up to celebrate our 45th anniversary, dive into our curated Spotify playlists for a small taste of the incredible music to come!
Axé World Fest & Ottawa Jazz Collab
Discover two incredible groups playing at the Ottawa Jazz Festival. Presented in collaboration with Axé World Fest.
A Standing Ovation for our Funders & Sponsors
