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  PAST  EVENTS

  • World Music: Joyce N'Sana
    World Music: Joyce N'Sana
    World Music: Joyce N'Sana
    Thu, Nov 14
    Nov 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Nov 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Described as the voice of Afrobluehop, Joyce N’Sana combines the sounds of afro-blues with hip-hop to create a catalogue of catchy rhythms. Her soft voice and raspy blows convey her musical message of peace which takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of emotions.
  • World Music: Lemon Bucket Orkestra
    World Music: Lemon Bucket Orkestra
    World Music: Lemon Bucket Orkestra
    Tue, Oct 22
    Oct 22, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Oct 22, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Lemon Bucket Orkestra are Toronto's original Slavic-Balkan-Klezmer-Party-Punks. The multi-award-winning ensemble has been heralded as a groundbreaking, genre-bending phenomenon by media and fans.
  • LAL SPECTACULAR TOUR
    LAL SPECTACULAR TOUR
    LAL SPECTACULAR TOUR
    Sun, Sep 15
    Sep 15, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 67 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7B9, Canada
    Sep 15, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 67 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7B9, Canada
    Rosina Kazi and Nicholas Murray are LAL, the Toronto-based protest electronic duo that has built a career out of daring audiences to be their best selves, loudly.
  • World Music: Stick&Bow - All the Madmen
    World Music: Stick&Bow - All the Madmen
    World Music: Stick&Bow - All the Madmen
    Wed, Sep 11
    Sep 11, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Sep 11, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Over the past five years, Stick&Bow has gained worldwide attention for their unique arrangements, passionate performances, storytelling and technical mastery.
  • Passarim
    Passarim
    Passarim
    Thu, Jul 18
    Jul 18, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – Jul 19, 2024, 12:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
    Jul 18, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – Jul 19, 2024, 12:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
    Passarim is a reunion of four Brazilian musicians and songwriters who share a love for Brazilian music, specially the Bossa Nova of Antonio Carlos Jobim and João Gilberto.
  • Gilsons
    Gilsons
    Gilsons
    Sat, Jul 13
    Jul 13, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
    Jul 13, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
    Formed in 2018, Gilsons is the musical collaboration of Francisco, João, and José Gil, blending influences of pop rock, samba, reggae, and Bahian rhythms, while paying homage to the classic MPB of their father and grandfather, Gilberto Gil.
  • Kin Gongolo Kiniata & DEF MAMA DEF
    Kin Gongolo Kiniata & DEF MAMA DEF
    Kin Gongolo Kiniata & DEF MAMA DEF
    Fri, Jul 12
    Jul 12, 2024, 9:00 p.m. – Jul 13, 2024, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 27 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5S7, Canada
    Jul 12, 2024, 9:00 p.m. – Jul 13, 2024, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 27 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5S7, Canada
    Kin'Gongolo Kiniata is the new generation of musicians from Kinshasa. Nourished by the sounds of the city, the group translates the frenetic life of the streets into their music.
  • Los Gaiteros de Ovejas
    Los Gaiteros de Ovejas
    Los Gaiteros de Ovejas
    Thu, Jul 11
    Jul 11, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
    Jul 11, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
    Hailing from Ovejas-Suceron, Colombia’s interior Caribbean coast, Los Gaiteros de Ovejas (LGDO) is a six-piece ensemble playing in the sound of the ancestral indigenous Gaita and percussion instruments.
  • Miguel de Armas & friends
    Miguel de Armas & friends
    Miguel de Armas & friends
    Thu, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 2024, 9:00 p.m. – Jun 28, 2024, 1:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 750 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, ON K1R 6X5, Canada
    Jun 27, 2024, 9:00 p.m. – Jun 28, 2024, 1:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 750 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, ON K1R 6X5, Canada
    Come join us for a vibrant evening filled with music, dance, and cultural fusion! Our event will feature the talented Miguel de Armas and his friends, promising a night of unforgettable performances.
  • Evening of São João with Flávia Nascimento & Nation Beat.
    Evening of São João with Flávia Nascimento & Nation Beat.
    Evening of São João with Flávia Nascimento & Nation Beat.
    Sun, Jun 23
    Jun 23, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1, Canada
    Jun 23, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1, Canada
    The Ottawa Jazz Fest and Axé Worldfest present an Evening of São João with Flávia Nascimento & Nation Beat. Join us to experience a celebration of Brazilian culture and heritage!
  • Waacking Dance Battle & Disco Party
    Waacking Dance Battle & Disco Party
    Waacking Dance Battle & Disco Party
    Sat, May 11
    May 11, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – May 12, 2024, 1:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 27 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5S7, Canada
    May 11, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – May 12, 2024, 1:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 27 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5S7, Canada
    Join us at SOFT SERVE 2024 - WAACKING BATTLE & DISCO PARTY Co-presented by Moov Ottawa Dance and Axé Worldfest
  • EMPOWERING WOMEN IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
    EMPOWERING WOMEN IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
    EMPOWERING WOMEN IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
    Thu, Apr 25
    Apr 25, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – Apr 28, 2024, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
    Apr 25, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – Apr 28, 2024, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
    SAVE THE DATE 🔜🔜APRIL 25, 26 & 27, 2024 THE NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE is our partner venue with programming also at: CLUB SAW, ARTS COURT & The 27 CLUB
  • Samba das Flores w/ Rommel & guests
    Samba das Flores w/ Rommel & guests
    Samba das Flores w/ Rommel & guests
    Sat, Apr 06
    Apr 06, 2024, 9:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Apr 06, 2024, 9:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Tickets in advance $15 / $20 at the door FREE limited tickets for Brazilian newcomers. We would like to encourage new Brazilians in the area to join us ! (Pls note, ID will be required to match "newcomer status" - max 3 years in Canada) This event is 19+
  • Bia Ferreira - Brazil w/ opening act Rommel
    Bia Ferreira - Brazil w/ opening act Rommel
    Bia Ferreira - Brazil w/ opening act Rommel
    Fri, Feb 23
    Feb 23, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – Feb 24, 2024, 11:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Feb 23, 2024, 8:00 p.m. – Feb 24, 2024, 11:30 p.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Bia Ferreira is a Brazilian singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and activist.
  • CARNAVAL 2024 w/ Florquestra & Guests
    CARNAVAL 2024 w/ Florquestra & Guests
    CARNAVAL 2024 w/ Florquestra & Guests
    Sat, Feb 10
    Feb 10, 2024, 9:00 p.m. – Feb 11, 2024, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Feb 10, 2024, 9:00 p.m. – Feb 11, 2024, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    C A R N A V A L - - Celebrating Brazilian culture and heritage with the best in marchinha, samba, frevo, from afoxé to Axé!!
  • Roda de Samba com Rommel
    Roda de Samba com Rommel
    Roda de Samba com Rommel
    Fri, Dec 29
    Dec 29, 2023, 8:00 p.m. – Dec 30, 2023, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Dec 29, 2023, 8:00 p.m. – Dec 30, 2023, 2:00 a.m.
    Ottawa, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1, Canada
    Rommel plays with a talented crew: Regina Teixeira Alyssa Bella Marie Saintonge Cicero Para
  • Bazar das Brasileiras / Pop up Bazaar
    Bazar das Brasileiras / Pop up Bazaar
    Bazar das Brasileiras / Pop up Bazaar
    Sat, Nov 25
    Nov 25, 2023, 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 384 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y4, Canada
    Nov 25, 2023, 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 384 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y4, Canada
    Venham para nosso bazar - Teremos marcas famosas Brasileiras como Forum e Farm e muitas marcas de fora como: Tommy, Guess, Zara, H&M, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren e muito mais.
  • Nobuntu
    Nobuntu
    Nobuntu
    Fri, Nov 24
    Nov 24, 2023, 8:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Nov 24, 2023, 8:00 p.m.
    Ottawa, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans, ON K1E 0A1, Canada
    Nobuntu is an all women, five piece a’cappella vocal ensemble from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The name Nobuntu is an African concept that values humbleness, love, purpose, unity and family from a woman’s perspective.
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