Montreal singer-songwriter Basia Bulat—three-time Polaris finalist and JUNO nominee—brings her internationally acclaimed, genre-blending sound to an intimate solo tour, reimagining lush new material and fan favourites with raw, multi-instrumental artistry and unmistakable voice. Purchase advance tickets on HUMANITIX HERE ($65 plus tax and fees) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an intimate 85-seat

Montreal singer-songwriter Basia Bulat—three-time Polaris finalist and JUNO nominee—brings her internationally acclaimed, genre-blending sound to an intimate solo tour, reimagining lush new material and fan favourites with raw, multi-instrumental artistry and unmistakable voice. Purchase advance tickets on HUMANITIX HERE ($65 plus tax and fees) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an intimate 85-seat

The Magic Among Us: Myth Music and the Stories That Transform Our World with Amal El-Mohtar and Charles de Lint Sunday, October 18, 2-4pm Host, Kate Heartfield Motel Chelsea in Chelsea, QC Get Tickets - $30 What happens when myth and memory meet the everyday world? How do stories, music and imagination open doors to other ways of seeing—and transform the way we understand ourselves and the world around us? Award-winning authors Amal El-Mohtar and Charles de Lint invite us int

Live & Local is a free, community-centered music series celebrating the artists who live and create right here at home, with select Thursday evenings hosted by a different local musician bringing their own sound, collaborators, and creative vision to the stage. Each night features a full set from the host followed by an open, collaborative jam—no two nights the same, always free, always local, always live. This is a pass-the-hat event—please help support and show your appreci

Americana and soulful folk-rock Vocal Style: Characterized by a raw, honest, and soulful voice reminiscent of artists like Joan Armatrading and Boz Scaggs. Singer-Songwriter Kat Chapman relocated from Boston to Hudson, QC with her family in April 2025. Kat's performances are attracting a new and widening local fan base. She has just put out a new single entitled “My Bird”, marking her first Canadian release! Kat will be joined by long-time band mate, Chris Leadbetter on acous

The Dusty Drifters join forces with acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Jake Lauzon for an unforgettable co-bill celebrating the best of bluegrass, featuring soaring harmonies, dazzling musicianship, timeless classics, and inspired original songs from two of Canada's finest acoustic acts. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($30 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($35 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservatio

Live & Local is a free, community-centered music series celebrating the artists who live and create right here at home, with select Thursday evenings hosted by a different local musician bringing their own sound, collaborators, and creative vision to the stage. Each night features a full set from the host followed by an open, collaborative jam—no two nights the same, always free, always local, always live. This is a pass-the-hat event—please help support and show your appreci

Spencer Burton returns with beautifully understated folk songs inspired by life in an off-grid Northern Ontario cabin, transforming solitude, nature, and quiet reflection into a deeply moving live performance filled with warmth, honesty, and hope. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($30 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($40 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours H

The Stamps craft shimmering indie folk-pop filled with lush harmonies, swirling guitars, and coming-of-age storytelling, delivering the warm, uplifting sound that has earned Rolling Stone praise and sold-out shows across Australia and Europe. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($20 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($25 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE.

In 2024, the self-taught multi-instrumentalist garnered his first Western Canadian Music Award, showcasing his distinctive fusion of traditional country, 50’s Rockabilly, and Bluegrass. Praised for his electrifying performances, NEXT Magazine hailed his album 'Retro Man … More and More' as an ‘instant classic,’ commending its fresh and authentic old-school country vibe. A gifted storyteller, Jake has captivated audiences globally and earned an impressive 9x Saskatchewan Count

Paper Wings weave delicate banjo, breathtaking close harmonies, and timeless folk songwriting into a warm, pastoral sound that feels both deeply rooted and refreshingly original, inviting listeners into songs of nature, connection, and quiet wonder. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($40 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($45 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours

A richly harmonized, soul-stirring folk experience, Preeper Rhaye MacKay blend masterful songwriting, shared vocals, and timeless acoustic–electric textures into an intimate concert inspired by 1960s folk yet unmistakably their own. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($30 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($35 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an

Briar: A new folk project from Daniel Romano Two acoustic guitars, bass, harmonium, and densely woven vocal harmonies: Briar brings Daniel Romano’s ever-curious musical path into an intimate, immersive setting. Drawing on the British folk tradition of Bert Jansch, Bridget St. John, and The Watersons, with harmonies reminiscent of early Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Briar makes celebratory, deeply human music. The songs explore perennial philosophy and spiritual idealism, digg

TULUA are a dynamic young Irish trad band from the southeast whose deep-rooted bond and global touring have forged a captivating, genre-pushing sound that brings audiences on a rich journey of songs, stories, and soaring tunes. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($35 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($40 plus tax) Please Note: Sunday shows seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. We do not accept reservations. The kitchen will b

Stephen Stanley & NoElectric return to the Motel Chelsea. NoElectric is Jason Mercer, fresh off the road with Ron Sexsmith on bass, banjo and vocals, Michael O'Grady, who's just returned from a successful European run with The Pressgang Mutiny on accordion, tin whistle and vocals and Chris Bennett on guitars and vocals. Friends in Chelsea, Wakefield and the Greater Ottawa area, hope to see you there. Jennifer Foster kicks off the night. Purchase advance tickets on HUMANITIX

James Leclaire blends folk, roots, blues, rock, and classic country into deeply authentic songs where gritty storytelling, a gravel-worn voice, and hard-earned hope turn life's struggles into powerful, unforgettable performances. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($25 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($30 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an int

Gatineau Hills songwriters Kate Weekes and Alasdair Gillis pair up for an evening of original music at Motel Chelsea on November 14th. Both Weekes and Gillis have released new albums in the past year and will showcase these new works alongside multi-instrumentalist James Stephens and Brian Sanderson. Stephens produced Weekes' 2025 album 'Rideau Roots' and Gillis' 2025 album 'Four Miles Deep' and Sanderson is a featured performer on both projects. Purchase advance tickets o

Join local singer songwriters, Chris MacLean, Christine Graves, and Brent Smith as they welcome one of Windsor’s favourite sons, Ron Leary, to the Motel Chelsea stage for an afternoon of indie-folk. On their own, or in combination (Graves and Smith perform together in tin constellations), this promises to be an afternoon of stellar song craft. It will also mark Leary’s first appearance at the Motel! Tickets are PWC. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE A

Celebrating 45 years, Connie Kaldor returns with her 18th album Keep Going!—a witty, deeply moving folk icon with enduring stage presence and acclaim. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($40 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($45 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an intimate 85-seat venue, so every seat is a great seat! While we do our best to acc

Celebrating 45 years, Connie Kaldor returns with her 18th album Keep Going!—a witty, deeply moving folk icon with enduring stage presence and acclaim. Purchase advance tickets on Humanitix by clicking HERE ($40 plus tax and fees) OR at the door while quantities last ($45 plus tax) Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an intimate 85-seat venue, so every seat is a great seat! While we do our best to acc