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CTV News
22-06-2025
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City fines Escapade Festival organizers for early start to loud music
The organizers of the Escapade Music Festival in Ottawa will face a fine for allegedly playing music earlier than permitted under a noise exemption granted by the City of Ottawa, according to Alta Vista Coun. Marty Carr. The popular electronic music festival at the grounds of the RA Centre is allowed to play music on Sunday from 1 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. According to Carr, no noise from the grounds was permitted before noon, but a sound check could be heard as soon as 8 a.m. before the exemption period began. The violation resulted in a $490 fine from Bylaw Services, she said. Escapade organizers did not respond to a request for comment. CTV News Ottawa also reached out to Bylaw Services but a response was not immediately available. The festival wraps up on Sunday night after a weekend featuring some of the biggest artists in EDM, including Kygo, DJ Snake and The Chainsmokers. Overnight thunderstorms and heavy winds forced organizers to delay the start of the day by one hour to clean up the venue, according to the festival's Instagram. The annual festival elicited dozens of noise complaints from residents of nearby Alta Vista and Old Ottawa South over the weekend. According to Carr, Bylaw Services received 26 complaints on Friday and 21 on Saturday. 'I appreciate that there are some concerns from residents, that it has been disruptive. I understand people may not have been able to undertake the daily activities in the same way, but it is allowable,' Carr said, who adds she received additional complaints through email and social media. The festival was allowed to play music on Friday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Under the exemption granted to the organizers, sound is not permitted to go over 65 dBA when measured at nearby homes and businesses. 'Every single reading that bylaw has done in response to a complaint or because they're proactively monitoring, has been within the threshold. For both evenings so far, it has been within the allowable noise levels,' Carr said. Some residents say events like Escapade are important to make the nation's capital a vibrant city. 'To me, actually, it's a nice sound. It's something that makes us think about the community and the city around us and people having fun,' said Alta Vista resident Brady Allin, who admits he's more of a 'rock and roll guy.' Carr says events like Escapade are a big driver of tourism and have a positive economic impact on the city. 'Economically, they help the city, and they do provide an opportunity for people to listen to the music and have a good, enjoyable three days,' she said. It's the first time the festival has been held at the RA Centre since 2013 after moving to Lansdowne Park in 2017. Bylaw Services laid charges against the festival's organizers in 2023 after receiving over 100 complaints from residents about excessive bass noise and loud music. That year, the city said organizers did not receive a noise bylaw exemption. Carr says she sees the festival returning to the RA Centre grounds. 'I wouldn't be surprised if we see it at the RA Centre again in future years. The only impacts that have really been reported are the traffic impacts that occur when it shuts down and that's the same as any other event in the city,' she said.
CTV News
21-06-2025
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City receives 26 noise complaints on first night of Escapade Music Festival, Ottawa councillor says
Escapade Music Festival in Ottawa on June 21, 2025. The City of Ottawa fielded 26 complaints from residents relating to the noise Friday evening. (Escapade Music Festival/Instagram) The City of Ottawa fielded a wave of complaints on the first night of the Escapade Music Festival Friday evening. Alta Vista Coun. Marty Carr tells CTV News Ottawa that Bylaw Services received 26 complaints related to the electronic music festival on Riverside Drive. She adds that her office received additional questions and grievances through email and social media. Some of the biggest artists in EDM took to the stage Friday night, including Gryffin and Kygo. It's the first time since 2013 the festival is being held on the grounds of the RA Centre since moving to Lansdowne Park in 2017. Escapade was granted an exemption of the city's noise bylaw and was allowed to play music above the normally allowed sound threshold on Friday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Carr says that all readings by the city were below the allowable sound threshold. 'City staff are proactively monitoring sound levels and are working closely with the event organizer to ensure compliance with noise by-law,' Carr said in a post on Facebook. 'Residents who believe the sound exceeds permitted levels are encouraged to contact 311. Staff will respond and take on-site sound measurements to determine if a violation has occurred and follow up with the organizer.' Escapade will also be allowed to play loud music from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday. Sound from the festival is not allowed to exceed 65 dBA. There were no serious injuries on first night of Escapade, according to the Ottawa Paramedic Service. A spokesperson told CTV News Ottawa that crews assessed eight festival goers, with five requiring transport to hospital. All are said to be in stable condition. The festival continues on Saturday and Sunday. With files from CTV News Ottawa's Josh Marano
CTV News
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
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What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: June 20-22
looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend. Ottawa Jazz Festival It's the opening weekend for the Ottawa Jazz Festival. There will be concerts at several venues across Ottawa, including Confederation Park, Marion Dewar Plaza and the National Arts Centre. Here is the lineup for Commissioners Park this weekend: Friday: Allison Russell and Carl Mayotte Quintet Saturday: Mavis Staples and Deborah Davis and Segue to Jazz Sunday: The Roots and Shuffle Demons For tickets and the full concert lineup, visit Escapade Music Festival Enjoy a weekend of electronic dance music this weekend at the RA Centre. The Escapade Music Festival runs Friday to Sunday. Here is a look at the headliners: Friday: Kygo and Subtronics Saturday: DJ Snake the Outlaw and Jason Ross Sunday: The Chainsmokers and Vintage Culture. For tickets, visit Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Dragon boats take over the water at Mooney's Bay this weekend for the Tim Hortons Dragon Boat Festival. More than 125 teams will compete in two days of events. For more information, visit Brockville Tall Ships Festival The tall ships dock in Brockville this weekend for the Tall Ship Festivals. The festival runs Friday to Sunday The fleet includes Playfair, EcoMaris, Fair Jeanne, When and If, Pride of Baltimore II, Empire Sandy, and Liberty Clipper. For more information, visit Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival Experience Canada's diverse Indigenous cultures at the Ottawa Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival this weekend. Activities include the competition Pow Wow, Indigenous horse experiences, culinary experiences, a marketplace, workshops and demonstrations and a drone show. The event runs Saturday and Sunday at Wesley Clover Parks. Admission is free. Festival L'Outaouais en Fête The 49th Festival L'Outaouais en Fête runs until Tuesday at Parc des Cedres in Gatineau. It's a celebration of Francophone culture, with musical performances, activities for the family, giant games and fireworks on Tuesday. Ottawa Fringe Festival The Ottawa Fringe Festival continues until Sunday. The festival is a hub of creativity and expression, showcasing works of art that push the boundaries of traditional theatre. The theme for this year's festival is 'Le Show Must Grow On.' For more information and show times, visit Cirque de Paris Europe's most famous circus family presents Cirque de Paris at Ottawa's Tanger Outlets. The Cirque Anouchka Bouglione presents a one-ring spectacle full of thrills, humour and elegance. See Cirque de Paris until Sunday. For tickets, visit Ottawa Rapid FC Ottawa Rapid FC hosts Calgary Saturday afternoon at TD Place. Game time is 2 p.m. For tickets, visit Maxville Fair Kick off the summer this weekend at the Maxville Fair. The fair runs from Friday to Sunday at the Maxville Fairgrounds. For a list of activities, visit NCC bike days National Capital Commission's weekend bikedays continue all weekend. The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use. Here is a look at what's open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use: Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday National Arts Centre The Ottawa Jazz Festival headlines the events at the NAC this weekend. Friday: Christine Jensen Quartet Friday Richard Bona Friday: Francois Houle's The Secret Lives of Colour Saturday: Open Thread Saturday: Marc Copland Trio featuring John Hebert and Colin Stranahan Saturday: Sexmob Saturday: Anna Webber's Simple Trio Sunday: Marc Copland and Roddy Ellias Sunday: Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog Sunday: Eve Risser-John Hollenbeck Duo Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe Here's a look at what's happening at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe this weekend: Friday: Stand-Up Comedy Show by Hussein Kaouk and Hussein Dayekh Saturday: Jashan Ottawa Volume 1 Shenkman Arts Centre Until June 29: The Zine Scene: Tools for Social Change Friday: Poems for Fools Who Fell in Love Launch Friday: Grease the Concert Saturday: Goddo – 50th anniversary Who Cares Ottawa Little Theatre See the quirky comedy 37 Postcards at the Ottawa Little Theatre. The play is written by Michael McKeever and directed by Riley Stewart. The play 37 Postcards runs until June 28. For tickets, visit ByWard Market Here is a look at the events in the ByWard Market this weekend: Friday: Summer Solstice Indigenous Market Saturday: Th3rd Fridays with Moov Ottawa Dance Sunday: Salsa Sundays 613flea 613flea returns to Lansdowne Park on Saturday. Checkout 150 vendors in this ever-changing market that features eclectic goods, handmade, antiques, vintage clothing, great foods and one-of-a-kinds. 613flea runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lansdowne Farmers Market The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday. Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main Street Farmers Market The Main Street Farmers Market is open for the season. The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park. Carp Farmers Market The Carp Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market is celebrating its 35th birthday this weekend. Metcalfe Farmers Market The Metcalfe Farmers Market has kicked off a new season. The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds. Westboro Farmers' Market The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is located in Byron Linear Park. Museums Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario: Parliament of Canada Tours Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block. For tickets and tour times, visit Parliament: The Immersive Experience Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience. Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019. The self-guided tour is 45 minutes. Tickets are available at no cost at visit Kingston Princess Street Promenade The Princess Street Promenade is back this weekend in Kingston. The promenade features over 100 businesses and community groups for a day of family fun and discovery. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Saturday is also the Montreal Street Vintage Market. The River Art Show and Sale The River Art Show and Sale is this weekend at the Arts Hub Brockville. The event celebrates creativity, community and the power of nature to spark artistic expression. Admission is free. Knickers! It's the final weekend to see Knickers, a 'brief' comedy, at the Seaway Valley Theatre. Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit Brockville Ontario Speedway Saturday night is race night at the Brockville Ontario Speedway. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Cornwall Motor Speedway Sunday is race night at the Cornwall Motor Speedway Enjoy racing around the quarter-mile dirt track, with the first race at 6 p.m.
CTV News
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
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22 things to do in Ottawa this summer
looks at some of the major festivals, concerts and events happening in Ottawa this summer. Ottawa Jazz Festival The Ottawa Jazz Festival kicks off the summer festival season in Ottawa. It's the 45th anniversary of the Ottawa Jazz Festival. The festival runs from June 20 to 29, with concerts in Confederation Park, Marion Dewar Plaza and at the National Arts Centre. The lineup includes The Roots, Gary Clark Jr., Mavis Staples, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Broken Social Scene, Samara Joy, Allison Russell and the Branford Marsalis Quartet. For tickets and information, visit Escapade Music Festival The sounds of electric dance music will fill the RA Centre for the Escapade Music Festival June 20 to 22. The headliners include The Chainsmokers, Kygo, Subtronics, and The Outlaw. For tickets and information, visit Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Dragon boats take over the water at Mooney's Bay Beach for the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival. The festival runs June 20 to 22. 'The 2025 regatta is a premier race on the North American dragon boat calendar and is a Drag Boat Canada Race Series event,' organizers say. Besides dragon boat races, there will be food trucks and a number of exhibitors. For more information, visit Music and Beyond 2025 The 2025 Music and Beyond Festival runs from July 4 to 15 at venues across Ottawa. 'Each year, the festival offers a variety of programming to highlight exciting connections between classical music and other art forms,' organizers say. The opening gala on July 4 features a Night in Vienna with Karina Gauvin. For tickets and a list of performances, visit Ottawa Bluesfest Ottawa Bluesfest takes over LeBreton Flats in July for nine nights of music. The headliners include: July 10: Lainey Wilson and The Red Clay Strays July 11: Hozier and Charlotte Day Wilson July 12: Turnstile and Pixies July 13: Shania Twain and Alan Doyle July 16: Def Leppard, Tom Morello and The Decemberists July 17: Sean Paul and Peach Pit July 18: Green Day and The Linda Lindas July 19: Papa Roach and Daughtry July 20: Kaytranada and BadBadNotGood Bluesfest runs from July 10 to 20. For tickets, visit H.O.P.E Volleyball Summerfest Volleyball takes over Mooney's Bay on July 11 and 12 for the H.O.P.E. Volleyball Summerfest. One of Ottawa's biggest summer parties features over 10,000 players and 700 volunteers for two days of volleyball. Musical performances include The Glorious Sons and Sloan. For more information, visit The Ottawa Lebanese Festival Celebrate the very best in Middle Eastern cuisine at the Ottawa Lebanese Festival. Enjoy five days of food, entertainment and heritage from July 16 to 20 at the St. Elias Cathedral. For more information, visit Ottawa Chamberfest Ottawa Chamberfest features a vibrant celebration of chamber music from Canada and around the globe. Enjoy performances by world-renowned artists from July 19 to July 27 at venues across Ottawa, including Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre, the National Arts Centre, Rideau Hall and Tabaret Hall. For tickets and information, visit Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy Fireworks will light up the sky over the Ottawa River for six nights this summer. The Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy runs July 30 to Aug. 16 at the Canadian Museum of History. July 30: The Grand Opening Aug. 2: Japan Aug. 6: Australia Aug. 9: Mexico Aug. 13: Canada Aug. 16: The Grand Finale The festival includes a pyromusical show, food and drinks, entertainment and more. For tickets, visit The Great India Festival Experience the multicultural splendor and heritage of India during the Great India Festival. The festival runs Aug. 7 to 10. Ottawa International Busker Festival Street performers take over Sparks Street for the Ottawa International Busker Festival. Enjoy three days of performances by over 20 performers at five stages. Busker Fest runs Aug. 8 to 10 in Ottawa. Ottawa Greek Festival Celebrate a day the Greek way at the Ottawa Greek Festival. The festival runs Aug. 14-17 and Aug. 22-24 at 1315 Prince of Wales Drive. Enjoy live Greek music, the Zorba show, Odyssey Dance Troupe, the arts court, Greek language lessons, and food. For more information, visit 2025 Capital Pride Festival The 2025 Capital Pride Festival runs from Aug. 16 to 24 in Ottawa. Events include the Pride Parade on August 24 and the Street Festival on Aug. 23 and 24 on Bank Street. For a full list of events, visit Nostalgia Music Festival The Nostalgia Music Festival is the ultimate tribute event. Enjoy music of the 70's, 80's and 90s Aug. 20 to 24 at LeBreton Flats. The lineup includes The Hip Experience, Pearl Jamming, J.D. Fortune Rocks INXS, the Beach Bums, the Blushing Brides and Carla Sacco. Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival The hot air balloons are the star attraction at the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival. The festival runs Aug. 27 to 31 at La Baie Park in Gatineau. There are events for the whole family, including an amusement park, night glow, fireworks and entertainment. The musical lineup includes Flo Rida on Aug. 28, Talk on Aug. 29 and Alessia Cara on Aug. 31. For more information, visit Photo of the Day - Sep. 3, 2013 The Hot Air Balloon Festival in Gatineau, Que. from across the Ottawa river at the Rockcliffe Lookout. (Michel Lanthier/CTV Viewer) Canadian Tire Centre Here is a look at the events at Canadian Tire Centre this summer. June 22: Three Days Grace and Volbeat July 2-6: Cirque du Soleil presents Ovo July 29: Katy Perry Aug. 22: Tate McRae For more information, visit Fair season Here is a look at the fairs in eastern Ontario during the summer. June 20-22: Maxville Fair Aug. 7-10: Navan Fair Aug. 8-10: Merrickville Fair Aug. 14-17: Russell Fair Aug. 14-17: South Mountain Fair Aug. 14-17: Vankleek Hill Fair Aug. 14-24: Capital Fair Aug. 28-Sept. 1: Shawville Fair Aug. 28-Sept. 1: Perth Fair Aug. 29-Sept. 1: Stormont County Fair Ottawa Redblacks See the Ottawa Redblacks this summer at TD Place. Here is a look at the schedule: June 29 vs. Toronto Argonauts at 7 p.m. July 20 vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats at 7 p.m. July 31 vs. Calgary Stampeders at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22 vs. Edmonton Elks at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 5 vs. B.C. Lions at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit Atletico Ottawa Atletico Ottawa will play at TD Place this summer. Here is a look at the schedule. July 12 vs. Forge FC at 3 p.m. July 18 vs. Halifax Wanderers at 7 p.m. Aug. 3 vs. York United at 4 p.m. Aug. 23 vs. Cavalry FC at 7 p.m. Aug. 30 vs. Vancouver FC at 7 p.m. Sept. 6 vs. Pacific at 7 p.m. Ottawa Titans The Ottawa Titans play on the following dates at the Ottawa Baseball Stadium this summer. June 27-29 vs. New Jersey Jackals July 8-10 vs. Tri-City July 11-13 vs. Quebec July 22-24 vs. Down East July 25-27 vs. Evansville Aug. 5-7 vs. Trois-Rivieres Aug. 8-10 vs. Quebec Aug. 12-14 vs. Florence Aug. 22-24 vs. Brockton Aug. 29-31 vs. Tri-City Ottawa Rapid FC See the Ottawa Rapid FC at TD Place this summer. June 21 vs. Calgary at 2 p.m. July 25 vs. Halifax at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9 vs. Calgary at 4 p.m. Aug. 13 vs. Toronto at 7 p.m. Aug. 24 vs. Vancouver at 2 p.m. Aug. 28 vs. Halifax at 7 p.m. Sept. 7 vs. Montreal at 12 p.m. Ottawa BlackJacks Here is a look at the Ottawa BlackJacks schedule for games at the Arena at TD Place. June 28 vs. Montreal at 3 p.m. July 1 vs. Winnipeg at 3 p.m. July 17 vs. Edmonton at 7:30 p.m. July 21 vs. Brampton at 7:30 p.m. July 26 vs. Saskatchewan at 2 p.m. July 29 vs. Scarborough at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2 vs. Calgary at 2 p.m. Aug. 8 vs. Montreal at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 10 vs. Vancouver at 3 p.m.
