General Festival Information
A Word About Us
Set amidst the natural beauty of Britannia Park, the Ottawa Folk Festival is a three-day celebration of music, dance, visual arts and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on two evening and five daytime stages, plus participatory music workshops, special children's and family performances, wellness activities, beer gardens, artisan and craft vendors, and much, much more. We are family-friendly, community-focused, culturally diverse and committed to sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives.
Festival Hours
Friday
Gates open: 4:30 p.m.
Performances: 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
Gates open: 9:30 a.m.
Performances: 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Getting to the Festival
| By Shuttle: New for 2010, we're running a free shuttle service from downtown to the festival site, with one quick stop at Lincoln Fields Station/Shopping Centre. The shuttle will also take you back again when you've had your fill of fine folk music, with the final return trip departing the festival site at midnight each night. Click here to see the full weekend shuttle schedule. Please note the shuttle bus has limited seating. |
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By Public Transportation - OC Transpo: Britannia Park is accessible by Route 16, as well as by routes 85 and 97 (Please note that the stop for routes 85 and 97 is a 10-15 minute walk from the festival gates.). For detailed on how to get to Britannia Park form anywhere in Ottawa, please use the OC Transpo online travel planner.
By Bike: Our site at Britannia Park is situated right on the Ottawa River bike path. Our hassle-free, secure bike lock-up area will have you out of your helmet and enjoying the festival in no time. This year, the NCC is doing some construction on the bike path during festival time from Carling Avenue (around Andrew Hayden Park) to Britannia Road. Below are links to two Ottawa interactive maps that will help you navigate around the path if you are coming from west of the site.
City of Ottawa Interactive Map
By Car: As our festival site is at a City park, paid parking is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. We strongly recommend that you leave your car at home if you are able to. If not, we encourage you to arrive early to avoid disappointment. For guaranteed parking, please purchase a weekend parking pass in advance. Passes are available through TicketBreak or by calling the Folk Festival office at 613-230-8234. Only 200 advance parking passes are available, so get yours early!
Directions to the Festival
The Ottawa Folk Festival is held in Britannia Park, located at the intersection of Carling Ave. and Pinecrest Rd/Greenview Ave. You can find a map here:
Accommodations
The Official Hotel for the 2010 Ottawa Folk Festival is:
Crowne Plaza Hotel
101 Lyon Street
Ottawa, ON
K1R 5T9
Reservations: 613 237 3600
Toll Free: 1-800-2CROWNE
Book your room at the Crowne Plaza Hotel "Group Rate OFF" $119 plus applicable taxes.
Camping
Festival goers can also camp at the Ottawa Municipal Campground - mention us and you'll get a 10% discount! For reservations and more information call 613-828-6632.
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