Canada’s capital awakens when the sun goes down! If you’re looking to go out in downtown Ottawa, the ByWard Market neighbourhood is where you want to…
Ottawa comes alive after the sun goes down with a vibrant nightlife scene including live music venues, nightclubs, cocktail spots, pubs and restaurants that are open late. Here are the best ways to experience nightlife in Canada’s capital region.
Ottawa nightlife inspiration
9 of the best live music spots in Ottawa
Experience the best of Ottawa’s live music nightlife scene at these eight bars and music venues.
Great cocktail spots by Ottawa neighbourhood
Whether you’re on a date, meeting friends or flying solo, you can easily find the perfect place to have drinks in Canada’s capital.
Dance the night away at Club Aléa in Casino du Lac-Leamy
Experience the ultimate nightlife at Club Aléa.
Ottawa’s summer 2024 music festivals
See big name music stars or up and coming talent at world-class festivals, free events and local happenings during Ottawa’s warm seasons!
Upcoming events in Ottawa
Bachata Obsession at the park
Come dance at the park! Join the 100% bachata monthly social and dance to the latest and classic songs all night--for free! This iteration will take…
Back To Black: A Tribute To Amy Winehouse
Renée Landry & The Cool return to Irene's with their renowned tribute to Amy Winehouse. Join Renée & her 7 piece band for an evening showcasing the…
Canada Day Fireworks Boat Party
Canada Day Fireworks Boat Party is here! Enjoy three hours sailing and see the city like never before. There will be live DJs, a dance floor and more.
Capital Pride
During the third week of August every year, you can join in diverse celebrations of Ottawa's 2SLGBTQ+ community in parks, streets, clubs and other sites across the city.
Crackup Comedy Festival
Comedy festival featuring top comedic talent with events in Ottawa, Cornwall, Pembroke and Smiths Falls.
Disco Inferno Live at Sala San Marco
Get ready to boogie the night away at the hottest disco party in town! Join in on Friday, June 14, 2024. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show starting…
Nightlife hotspots in Ottawa
56 ByWard
Three unique lounge and nightclub venues housed in one building in the heart of the ByWard Market.
ALÉA Nightclub
Located in a spectacular structure overlooking the Casino Lac-Leamy gaming area, ALÉA is the destination nightclub par excellence to appreciate the best in nightlife.
Casino Lac-Leamy
Enjoy gaming, live entertainment, great food and much more fun at the Loto-Québec entertainment resort located just minutes from downtown Ottawa in Gatineau, Québec.
Escape Manor
Choose a themed escape room to get locked into with friends and try to puzzle your way out of it—before the clock runs out.
Happy Fish
Elgin Street bar and nightclub where it’s all about good drinks, great friends and unforgettable memories.
Heart & Crown
Relax and treat yourself on one of our many patios which stretch a block.
