OCTOBER 2-10, 2026
about capital
music week festival
Our soul is our sound
Across Capital Music Week, venues throughout the city will come alive with official showcases and live performances from some of the National Capital Region’s most exciting emerging and established artists. It’s a chance to discover new voices, catch artists you already love and experience the breadth of music being made here — all while creating new audiences and connections for the artists on stage. From the next artist you’ll be talking about to the one you’ve been waiting to see live, CxMW puts Ottawa’s music scene where it belongs: centre stage.
Various locations in the Ottawa Valley
2026 headliners
performances by
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amanda rheaume
logan staats
kellylee evans
sunshine glitterchild
summersets
aiyana
alliance suprm
amanda keeley
augustine may
bogwji
céleste lévis
chez nous
cyril cinder
dj mkwa
domland with goldstripes
elizabeth royall
emma lamontagne
emzida
finbar wall
finely tuned elephant
genna giampaolo
jaaword
j3m
jessica pearson
& MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED!
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Make the most of your Canada After Dark experience with exclusive preferred rates from our official hotel partners, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown, Le Germain Hotel Ottawa, Arlo Hotel, Fairmont Chateau Laurier and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown
Book your stay using promotional code C2060463 to access the preferred Canada After Dark rate.
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Le Germain Hotel Ottawa
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Arlo (Ora) Hotel Ottawa
Book your stay using promotional code 2M5PS2K4 to access the preferred Canada After Dark rate.
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Fairmont Chateau Laurier
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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
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Room types, rates and availability may vary. We recommend booking early to secure your preferred accommodation and rate.
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