It’s July, which means it’s time once again for the annual Ottawa Bluesfest — running this year from July 10 to 20, 2025.
The festival kicked off its first night with an eclectic lineup that I caught featuring Lainey Wilson, The Red Clay Strays, The Cat Empire, Melbourne Ska Orchestra, Chambers DesLauriers, Riley Burns, DB Cohen, and Rosewood Ave.
Check out the gallery for some highlights from opening night!
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