Ottawa Nightlife

Come see what Ottawa nightlife has to offer, with diverse and rich nightclubs, you surely won’t be disappointed. Below you will find a great Ottawa nightlife review, which explains that there is a wide variety of Clubs, Bars and Pubs in Ottawa for you to explore, there’s something for everyone in Ottawa Nightlife. Thanks to the many universities and colleges within the city, the nightlife in Ottawa is full of young students looking to have a great time. Whether you want to party like a local or a tourist, here’s everything you need to know about Ottawa nightlife, nightclubs and pubs…

An Adventure Awaits: Ottawa Nightlife in Canada

Clubs in Ottawa: The Byward Market

The Byward Market in the heart of downtown Ottawa offers a rich nightlife experience. There are many nightclubs that can be found there, which offer lively atmospheres! We would definitely suggest staying within walking distance so you can let loose and enjoy yourself by taking in the full Ottawa nightclub experience. Downtown Ottawa offers these affordable hotels: Les Suites Hotel(***), the Lord Elgin and Days Inn (on Rideau Street) for about $150 CAD a night. You could book an Airbnb if you wanted to save some extra cash (airbnb.com)! Within walking distance of these great hotels and the University of Ottawa are the following most popular nightclubs in Ottawa:

Whiskey Bar:

One of the best bars in Ottawa, with an age restriction of 21+ you’ll find Ottawa’s hottest young people at this bar! With a line-up that can sometimes stretch to half way around the block, it’s worth paying the $20 entrance fee. This bar offers a small intimate environment with a great DJ and young adults from the ages of 21 to 30. Try impressing a girl by buying her a ‘whiskey sour’ drink! The bar’s specialty!

Liquor Store Party Bar:

Are you looking for the most talked about bar in Ottawa nightlife? You’ve found it! Liquor Store Party Bar is one of the most popular nightclubs in Ottawa. If you really want to get a taste of Ottawa nightlife this is where you need to go. To get in, you may need to pay up to $40 as they host events (like other bars in Ottawa) but let me tell you that $40 goes a long way in this massive bar. You’ll get to listen to the hottest electronic dance music and at 1 am all the ladies get on the bar and dance to ‘Pour some sugar on me’; it’s quite a sight to see!

Pubs in Ottawa: Downtown Bank Street

Want to party and experience Ottawa nightlife like a local? You’ll need to venture out of the Market but it’s worth it to see some of the best Ottawa nightclubs. To get around, you can use local transit (OC Transpo) for as less than $4 CAD a ride or even easier download the Uber app! So, are you ready to find out where in Ottawa Canada nightlife everyone can be found? Here you go…

Babylon Nightclub: For less than the price of a beer, come party with large groups of locals and plenty of girls. This bar isn’t very popular with tourists but its where all the locals love to go to listen to good music and have casual conversations. Order yourself and the prettiest girl you see a Coors Light and try out your best pick up line. This is definitely one of the most fun bars in Ottawa.

Barrymore’s Bar: Ottawa nightlife is very rich and diverse, if hanging out with students and the young crowd isn’t your thing, head to Barrymore’s Bar! This club in Ottawa hosts regular events and plays old school music. It is one of the only Ottawa nightclubs where you’ll find people over the age of 40! If old style music is your thing then order up a vodka cranberry and get on that massive dance floor!

The list doesn’t over here but this page would not be enough the list them all. No worries, when you arrived Ottawa, you will find out more on every corner!

Ottawa Nightlife Events: Events you can’t miss!

 Glowfair:

EVERY JUNE

If you’re already planning on coming to Ottawa for the nightlife, why not come during one of the coolest events around! Glowfair is a massive street party where Bank Street is shut down and you can walk along the road! Make sure to pick up a map so you don’t get lost. If you’re looking to pick up girls, head to the Glowfair Yoga Area or to one of the many live music stages! Everything is free, like a lot of other things in Ottawa nightlife; we just want you to enjoy the city!

RBC Bluesfest:

EVERY JULY

For around $50 to $70 CAD you can buy a day pass to this 2-week long festival which is an exciting part of Ottawa nightlife for many years now. This year, some of the artist performing are: 50 Cent, Migos, DJ Mustard and P!NK. This event takes place outdoors at a place called Lebreton Flatts in Ottawa. After the shows, artists generally play after parties at different bars in Ottawa. Be sure to check their website for more details: http://www.ottawabluesfest.ca/ and details on Ottawa Canada Nightlife.

Heineken Escapade Music Festival:

EVERY JUNE

If you like EDM (electronic dance music) then you definitely can’t miss this festival. For about $150 CAD you can attend both days of this festival featuring the world’s hottest DJs like: Tiesto, Steve Aoki and Dada Life. All of Ottawa’s young people gather every year for this event and it is definitely the perfect spot to pick up a little rave girlfriend. Keep an eye out for the after parties too, they are always hosted at Ottawa nightclubs, and this is why nightlife in Ottawa is so great!