INDIE WEEK 2026

INDIE WEEK
music festival + conference
THURS NOV 12 to SAT NOV 14, 2026
Ottawa, Canada

DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE ARTIST. CONNECT WITH YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY.
3 nights of live music. 2 days of music industry connections. Emerging artists from Canada and around the world take over Ottawa stages, while artists and industry come together to discover talent, build relationships and explore opportunities across markets.

EARLYBIRD WRISTBANDS ON SALE NOW!
SAVE $30 on All Access wristbands.
$99 + HST before the price increases to $129 + HST.
Earlybird ends TUES OCT 27 at 11:59 PM (Toronto time).
Price increases WED OCT 28 at 12:00 AM (Toronto time).

OFFICIAL OPENING PARTY
THURS NOV 12
Lowertown Brewery
Kick off INDIE WEEK with 2 stages of artists, plus an open stage. Meet fellow artists, industry and music fans as 3 nights of live music begin.

FESTIVAL
THURS NOV 12 to SAT NOV 14
Discover a diverse lineup spanning genres and backgrounds across Ottawa venues. Catch artists up close, find a new favourite and follow their story long after the festival ends.

ARTISTS ANNOUNCED
Almyr Jules • Andre Pettipas (Nova Scotia) • Bitterhalf • Black Budget • Chip Greene (United States) • Circle the Cityy • dadbOdd and the everyman • Dona Cislene (Brazil) • Double Experience • Full Throttle • GHOSTFORM (Saskatchewan) • GOLDEN SCOUNDRELS • Goodnight Sunrise • Harley Olivia • HARMZ (Nova Scotia) • Heather is Growing • Jade Hilton • Jake DeMarsh (Quebec) • Julie Neff (Quebec) • Leepeck (Poland) • Lessons in Crime • Loch Nisse Monster • Lotsy • Malory • MERVxxGOTTI (Saskatchewan) • Michael Blakey (United States) • NESS NÖST • NOËP (Estonia) • NYRE • Paul Woida (Alberta) • Peniel Yares • Quinty's (Netherlands) • Rachel Dara (Quebec) • Rox Anne • Sam Casey & The Middle Children • Shoemaker Levee • Siobhan Bodrug • Taigenz (Quebec) • Taming Sari • Tea Valentina • The Jailbirds • The New Hires • The Stone Vultures • Trampa (Brazil) • Two Silent Decades (Brazil) • Winter Wilson (United States)

MORE ARTISTS TO BE ANNOUNCED!

PARTICIPATING VENUES
Lowertown Brewery • Avant-Garde Bar • Rainbow Bistro • Dominion Tavern • Bar Robo • Stray Dog Brewing Company • The 27 Club • LIVE! on Elgin • Irene’s Pub • Art House Café

PAST PERFORMERS
Finger Eleven • Walk Off the Earth • The Mahones • The Reklaws • Hotel Mira (as JPNSGRLS) • PUP (as Topanga) • cleopatrick • Softcult • The Beaches • The Rural Alberta Advantage • The OBGMs • Sumo Cyco • Amanda Rheaume

CONFERENCE
FRI NOV 13 + SAT NOV 14
Ottawa Art Gallery
50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa
Meet the people who book shows, discover talent and create opportunities. Connect with festival bookers, venue buyers and music professionals from Canada and international markets.

For artists, build relationships and explore the next steps for your career. For industry, discover emerging talent, develop partnerships and connect across markets.

SPEAKERS FROM
Revelree • VYB • The MLC • Summerfest (United States) • COMA Festival (Brazil) • Capital Moto Week (Brazil) • Porão do Rock (Brazil) • Cidade Entre Palcos (Brazil) • Sound Republica / WIN (Korea) • RUNDA / IMPALA / WIN (Serbia)

CONFERENCE PROGRAMMING
Industry panels • Demo listening • One on one mentorship sessions • Networking mixers • Artist showcases

PAST SPEAKERS
Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols) • Mike Joyce (The Smiths) • Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar) • John Densmore (The Doors) • Marky Ramone (Ramones) • Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace) • Phil X (Bon Jovi) • Ian D’Sa (Billy Talent) • Eddie Kramer (Producer and engineer, Jimi Hendrix / Led Zeppelin) • Mike Clink (Producer, Guns N’ Roses) • Garth Richardson (Producer, Rage Against the Machine) • Jake Gold (Manager, The Tragically Hip)

FULL SCHEDULE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

ALL ACCESS
3 nights of festival showcases, 2 days of conference programming and the opening night party at Lowertown Brewery.

MUSIC FESTIVAL
Opening night music and festival showcases from THURS NOV 12 to SAT NOV 14. Daytime conference programming is not included.

CONFERENCE ONLY
Conference programming on FRI NOV 13 + SAT NOV 14, plus the opening night party at Lowertown Brewery on THURS NOV 12. Friday and Saturday nighttime festival showcases are not included.

WHERE TO STAY
STAY WHERE THE ACTION IS!
INDIE WEEK artists and industry will be staying at Ora Hotel, our official hotel partner in downtown Ottawa.

Book the special INDIE WEEK rate while rooms are available. Limited quantity. Booking deadline SAT OCT 17.

Rate and booking details:
https://indieweek.com/where-to-stay/

ABOUT INDIE WEEK
INDIE WEEK has been showcasing emerging artists for over 20 years, connecting artists with industry and opportunity. Its music festival + conference brings together live performance, music discovery and meaningful connections that help careers and industry relationships grow in Canada and internationally.

Ticketing provided by Revelree, the official ticketing partner of INDIE WEEK. Prices in CAD. HST and applicable service fees are additional. The $30 saving compares earlybird and advance All Access prices before taxes and fees. Admission is subject to venue capacity, age restrictions and applicable event conditions.

WRISTBAND PICKUP
THURS NOV 12 opening night: Lowertown Brewery from doors until 10 PM
THURS NOV 12 and FRI NOV 13 during the day: Ottawa Art Gallery — Galerie Annexe during conference operating hours
FRI NOV 13 and SAT NOV 14 at night: Lowertown Brewery from doors until 10 PM
Valid photo identification matching the purchaser’s name is required when collecting a wristband.

REFUNDS, TRANSFERS AND WRISTBAND POLICIES
All sales are final. No refunds.
Wristband transfers may be requested with more than 48 hours’ notice.
Lost, removed, damaged or tampered wristbands will not be replaced.
Wristband holders are responsible for keeping their wristbands intact throughout the event.
Wristband access is subject to individual venue capacity, age requirements, accessibility conditions and other venue-specific policies.
A wristband does not guarantee admission to a venue that has reached capacity.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Public and ticket-buyer contact: info@indieweek.com
Website: http://indieweek.com