Cat Côté serves as the Artistic Director and General Manager of the Ontario Festival of Small Halls. She has been part of the artistic programming team behind Ottawa Bluesfest since 2006, CityFolk (formerly the Ottawa Folk Festival) since 2011, and now acts in executive management for all three organizations.

The Ontario Festival of Small Halls captures the charm and essence of small-town Ontario. Each fall, it brings world-class artists to intimate rural halls across Eastern Ontario, creating unforgettable experiences where heartfelt hospitality meets mesmerizing performances from talented musicians across Canada.

RBC Bluesfest is Ottawa’s premier summer music festival, transforming LeBreton Flats Park and the Canadian War Museum grounds into a ten-day, multi-stage musical spectacle. Now in its 31st year, the festival runs from July 10-20, drawing over 300,000 attendees for an electrifying lineup of performances.

Ottawa’s CityFolk is a vibrant multi-day festival celebrating music, dance, and community. Held at Lansdowne Park, it features a diverse lineup of artists across multiple stages while embracing a family-friendly, culturally rich, and environmentally conscious approach.