Red Hot & Blue Rockabilly Weekend

04/24/2026

Now that we have informed all the artists involved, we want to share this update with our community as well.
We have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s ByWard Boogie.

With so many moving pieces in the Market right now — including major changes to the furniture, layout, and overall look — we were not able to present the event in the way we had envisioned.

We’re grateful for everyone’s enthusiasm and support, and we look forward to bringing you new programming once the Market’s transformation is complete.

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Maintenant que tous les artistes ont été informés, nous souhaitons également partager cette mise à jour avec notre communauté.
Nous avons pris la difficile décision d’annuler l’édition de ByWard Boogie cette année.

Avec les nombreux changements actuellement en cours au Marché — nouveaux mobiliers, réaménagement des espaces et transformation générale — il ne nous était pas possible de présenter l’événement tel que nous l’avions imaginé.

Nous vous remercions sincèrement pour votre enthousiasme et votre soutien, et nous avons hâte de vous proposer une nouvelle programmation une fois la transformation du Marché complétée.

03/22/2026

✨ Runway Ready: Fashion Show Casting Call! ✨
We’re turning up the glamour and looking for the fiercest talent to light up our runway.
If you’re a pin‑up model, makeup artist, hairstylist, or boutique, this is your moment to shine.
📅 Saturday, August 1
⏰ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Main Stage
Bring your style, your attitude, and your creativity — we want to showcase the best of the best.
How to Apply
Send us your details, including:
• Measurements
• Photos
• Or your brand name/website
📧 [email protected]

01/03/2026

Have you heard the buzz, cats and kittens?
The ByWard Market in downtown Ottawa is about to shake, rattle, and roll with a three‑day rockabilly festival — and dig this… it’s totally FREE!

Wanna know who’s hittin’ the stage? Curious about what’s cookin’, what’s cruisin’, and what’s goin’ down?
Stick around, stay tuned, and follow the group to keep your finger on the pulse!

ByWard Boogie Rockin' Festival is an event produced and presented by the ByWard Market, in Ottawa, ON, Canada.
It is a 3 days of free outdoor music event.

12/06/2025

You have store, a boutique, a shop? You are a creator, a designer or a collector? You are interested in being a vendor at the ByWard Boogie Market (August 1st and 2nd) ?
Contact us!
Registration will be available shortly.

(photo, La Vie-N-Tage, Dan Tireman)

12/04/2025

Thank you to Courtyardby Marriott Ottawa Downtown, they are the first hotel to provide us with a group rate.
Link will be available shortly.
Follow this page for more updates!

12/02/2025

Ottawa, are you ready to boogie?

Have you been waiting for the perfect reason to visit Ottawa? The wait is over… It’s official: Ottawa will host its first-ever rockin' weekender in 2026!

Save the date: July 31 – August 2, 2026
Where: The iconic ByWard Market
And the best part? It’s FREE!

A full outdoor celebration of music, culture, and community — with indoor events at local venues joining the fun. More details to come in the new year (2026 is just around the corner!).

Vendors: Our festival market runs August 1 & 2. Sign-up forms will be available shortly — don’t miss your chance to showcase your shops/products/creations!

Artists: Want to perform? Send us a message — we’d love to hear from you!

Partners: Looking to collaborate and promote? Reach out and join the movement.

Ladies and gentlemen, cats and kittens…
Get ready to dance, shop, and celebrate at the ByWard Boogie Rockin’ Festival 2026!

11/22/2025

What will you be doing on Saturday August 1st?
What about attending a carshow (or taking part in it!)?

Mark your calendar, it’s coming to the ByWard Market!

11/18/2025

Have you saved the date yet? It is getting more tangible every day. July 31 - August 2nd, 2026.
Ottawa, Canada.
Oh, and I have heard it is free!
Will you be joining us? Tell us where you will be coming from!

11/07/2025

Nothing is confirmed but I think you guys should plan to visit Ottawa, July 30-August 2, 2026...

09/04/2025

Look who is there!
After DJing at RHB and keeping the dance floor busy, DJ Wiggles is in Spain for the festival (special mention to Robert who is also there!)

Send a message to learn more