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. Each year, the city comes alive with the sound of over 350 Canadian artists, transforming downtown Ottawa into a hub of rhythm, creativity, and connection.

This rich tradition continues from June 20 to June 29, 2025, as the Festival once again shines a national spotlight on Canadian jazz with a stellar lineup that stretches from coast to coast to coast. From the electrifying energy of Main Stage headliners to the boundary-pushing brilliance of artists featured throughout each series, the 2025 edition promises an unforgettable musical journey.

Not just performers – they’re award-winning artists, renowned composers, dynamic conductors, and passionate educators from some of the top music institutions in the world. They’re improvisers and innovators defining the sound of Canadian jazz today – and tomorrow.

And the celebration doesn’t stop there. Stay tuned for the announcement of our outstanding free local lineup, featuring some of Ottawa’s finest jazz talent.

Want to view the artists? Click Here to meet the incredible homegrown talent hitting our stages this year.

Photos by: Curtis Perry, Chris Parker, Kamara Morozuk