Guess Who's coming to Bluesfest

Guess Who's Coming to Bluesfest

The first confirmed act for the 2026 edition of Ottawa Bluesfest is the reunited classic rock band The Guess Who, featuring original members Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman performing together for the first time in over twenty years.

Next year’s Bluesfest, the largest music event in Ottawa, will take place from July 10 to 20, 2026, on the grounds of the Canadian War Museum at LeBreton Flats Park. The Guess Who will headline the RBC main stage on July 19 as part of a special program celebrating the 200th anniversary of Ottawa.

“The date is part of a Canadian tour celebrating the legal settlement that allowed Cummings and Bachman to reclaim the name of the band they started in Winnipeg six decades ago.”

Band Reunion and Tour

The concert at Bluesfest marks a highlight in a cross-country tour following the legal resolution that restored the band’s original name to its founding members, uniting them again on stage after decades apart.

About the Festival

Ottawa Bluesfest continues to draw major performers and audiences from across Canada. The 2026 lineup underscores its tradition of blending heritage acts with contemporary music to celebrate the city’s cultural milestones.

Author’s summary: The Guess Who reunite for Ottawa Bluesfest 2026, performing July 19 as part of a national tour marking their regained band name and Ottawa’s 200th anniversary celebration.

Ottawa Citizen — 2025-11-10