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The Rainbow Bistro

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The Rainbow Bistro: Welcome to Ottawa's legendary home of live music

Music history in the making

From its roots as Ottawa’s “Home of the Blues” to its current status as a legendary live music venue, The Rainbow Bistro has played host to many of North America’s most influential artists.   

Blues artists ‒ Koko Taylor, Son Seals, Albert Collins, Dr. John, Dutch Mason, Jeff Healey and John Hammond ‒ and iconic Canadian acts ‒ the Tragically Hip, Blue Rodeo, Crash Test Dummies, Spirit of the West, Tom Wilson, Amanda Marshall, Colin James and k.d. lang ‒ have graced the stage of this ByWard Market venue.

For local artists, the Rainbow is an important gathering point and proving ground for up-and-coming talent.

We're located at 76 Murray Street in the ByWard Market Ottawa, Ontario.

613-859-5123

613-241-5123

Upcoming events @ the Rainbow

August 2022

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  • AnjChito Lounge Music
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa
    Jul31

    AnjChito Lounge Music

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 3:00PM

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  • Five Alarm Funk
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Five Alarm Funk

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • Rasta Fest 2022
    Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Rasta Fest 2022

    Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 7:00PM

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  • Philip Sayce
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Philip Sayce

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:30PM

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  • Philip Sayce (Sunday Afternoon)
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Philip Sayce (Sunday Afternoon)

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 3:00PM

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  • Stephen Jacques: Box of Moxie / Send Them Love Album Release Tour
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Stephen Jacques: Box of Moxie / Send Them Love Album Release Tour

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • Flyin' Saucers Gumbo Special (France)
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Flyin' Saucers Gumbo Special (France)

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • The Power Goats
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    The Power Goats

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • 4DAYWKND + !Abstract
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market
    Aug13

    4DAYWKND + !Abstract

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market 8:00PM

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  • Bobby Dove wsg Ray Harris
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa
    Aug16

    Bobby Dove wsg Ray Harris

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • The Tony D Band with special guest Suzie Vinnick
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    The Tony D Band with special guest Suzie Vinnick

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • Big Smoke Brass wsg Blank Notion + Hinterwood
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market

    Big Smoke Brass wsg Blank Notion + Hinterwood

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market 8:00PM

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  • Meta & The Cornerstones wsg Nile Groove
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Meta & The Cornerstones wsg Nile Groove

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • Anthony Gomes
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    Anthony Gomes

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • AC/DC Tribute Overdose
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    AC/DC Tribute Overdose

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:30PM

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  • AnjChito Afternoon
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market
    Aug28

    AnjChito Afternoon

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market 3:00PM

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  • David Gogo (Friday Night)
    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa

    David Gogo (Friday Night)

    The Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa 8:00PM

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  • David Gogo (Saturday Night)
    Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market

    David Gogo (Saturday Night)

    Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa/ Byward Market 8:00PM

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