That's a wrap on Akoustik 2026 — twenty-one artists, ten Wednesdays, one unforgettable summer in the heart of Vanier. Thank you for playing along, and see you next summer.
The Lineup
Twenty-one artists. Ten Wednesdays. One summer-long soundtrack of folk, soul, hip-hop, and everything in between — free and outdoors in the heart of Vanier. Thank you to every performer, partner, and neighbour who made the 2026 season sing.
Vingt-et-un artistes. Dix mercredis. Une bande sonore estivale gratuite et en plein air au cœur de Vanier. Merci à nos artistes, partenaires et à toute la communauté qui a fait vibrer la saison 2026.
Merchant Offers
A big thank-you to the Vanier restaurants and shops that welcomed Akoustik crowds all summer with exclusive offers. These local favourites help make our Wednesdays sing — so show them some love year-round.
Un grand merci aux restaurants et commerces de Vanier qui ont accueilli les festivaliers tout l'été avec des offres exclusives. Encouragez ces commerces locaux toute l'année!
Want to welcome next summer's concertgoers and drive new customers to your business? Get in touch with JM, our Merchant Services Manager, to join the Akoustik offers program for 2027.
Plan Your Visit
Akoustik 2026 wrapped on September 23 — thank you to everyone who came out this summer! The series returns for summer 2027.
Akoustik runs Wednesday evenings from mid-July through late September at the square next to St. Charles Market, along Beechwood Avenue. (St. Charles Market's official address is 35 Barrette St, Vanier, ON K1L 7Z9 — the square is on the Beechwood side of the building.)
Follow us on social media for the 2027 dates and lineup.
By transit: Take OC Transpo to the stop nearest St. Charles Market on Beechwood Avenue. Use octranspo.com or Google Maps to plan your trip from your location.
By bike: Bike racks are available on-site and along Beechwood Avenue.
By car: Free street parking is available on Beechwood Avenue and surrounding streets (Barrette, St. Charles, and others). Please respect posted signage.
Akoustik is completely free. Just show up and enjoy.
We set up tables and chairs, but they fill up fast! There's a small grassy area perfect for picnicking, so bring a blanket or your own lawn chair if you'd like a guaranteed spot.
Don't forget sunscreen and water on warm evenings.
Food: Yes! Grab takeout from a nearby merchant and enjoy it during the show — that's exactly the vibe.
Drinks: We have a licensed bar on-site serving wine and beer. Please note that outside alcohol isn't permitted (the square is licensed for our service only). Non-alcoholic drinks are welcome.
The square is smoke-free during the event.
Absolutely — Akoustik is a family-friendly event for all ages. Kids welcome.
Yes. The square is a public space with wheelchair access and public benches throughout the area.
Concerts are outdoors with no indoor backup. In the event of heavy rain or thunderstorm risk, the show will be cancelled for safety.
Follow us on social media for day-of updates.
Pets: Leashed pets are welcome — it's a public space.
Washrooms: There are no washrooms on-site.
Smoking: The square is smoke-free during the event.
Akoustik Alumni
From folk legends to soul singers, hip-hop crews to franco-ontarian songwriters — every Wednesday in the summer since 2022 has brought a new artist to the Vanier stage.
Tous les artistes qui ont animé les mercredis à Vanier depuis 2022.