Introducing Capital Music Week (CxMW)
Capital Music Week (CxMW) is a multi-day music and industry event designed to position Ottawa as a leading music tourism destination while fostering professional development, networking, and live music experiences. Organized by the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) and launching May 20-25, 2025, CxMW builds on the success of the Capital Music Awards to create a city-wide festival that supports artists, industry professionals, and businesses.
With a goal of attracting 10,000+ attendees by 2027, CxMW features headliner concerts, showcases, industry panels, networking events, and a trade show, aligning with Ottawa’s Music City Strategy, Nightlife Economy Action Plan and broader economic development initiatives. Through strategic partnerships and targeted marketing, the event connects sponsors with a diverse audience of music professionals, businesses, and engaged music fans.
By partnering with CxMW, sponsors gain visibility in a dynamic and growing cultural sector while supporting Ottawa’s music economy and creative industries. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with companies, businesses, and organizations that share our vision for a thriving and sustainable music ecosystem.
Confirmed partners: City of Ottawa, Ontario Creates, National Arts Centre, Ottawa Festival Network, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Mathieu Grondin/City of Ottawa Nightlife Office, Amanda Julia Events, Optimal Show Experience, Memetic Media, Sidi.io, Hello Downtown/Sparks St BIA, ByWard Public Market, Bronson Centre Music Theatre, Colfax Rock, The Other Hill, All Saints Events Space/Working Title Kitchen, City of Kingston, City of Mississauga, City of London, City of Hamilton, Boyden, Kevin Ford, Estonian Music Week, Lowertown Brewery, SkyLounge
Submissions for showcases and tickets will be announced via social media and our newsletter. Sign up here.
Event details coming soon but here are a few teasers!
May 20 - A Canadian celebrity interviews a well-known Nashville producer. Special performance by an Ottawa-based artist. Tickets coming soon.
May 21 & 22 - Summit for nightlife leaders. Tickets by invite.
May 21 & 22 - Ontario Music City showcases (6). Free in a public space!
May 21 - Mayor's Music Mixer. By invite for sponsors, nominees, media, delegates.
May 21 - Indigenous Stage: headliner performance + local artist showcases (3). Tickets coming soon.
May 22 - Capital Music Awards at Southam Hall in the National Arts Centre! Tickets on sale now.
May 22 - After Party: Capital Music Awards @Lowertown Brewery & SkyLounge. Tickets coming soon.
May 23 - Headliner performance + local artist showcases (3). Tickets coming soon.
May 23 - Emerging to Export panels, workshops (all day). Tickets coming soon.
May 23 - Performances + local artist showcase (1). Tickets coming soon.
May 23 - Developing & Youth panels, workshops (all day). Tickets coming soon.
May 24 - Performance + local artist showcases (4). Tickets coming soon.
