Celebrating its fifth year of reshaping Ottawa’s underground arts landscape, Pique returns for its 20th edition this summer. Organizers have now announced the lineup of experimental rising stars gracing Arts Court with their presence on June 13, 2026.
Backxwash, Elle Barbara, CHXMERAS, Phèdre, Honeydrip, Hyd, Raf Reza, Emma Gabriel and more are set to perform, bringing together voices from scenes local and international, as well as a wide array of genres, styles and communities. Additionally, Topique — Pique’s semiannual symposium — is back on June 12 and 13, with a programming of panels, artist talks and demonstrations to soon be announced.
Tickets are on sale now at a pay-what-you-can rate ($45 CAD minimum), with payments of $75 or more subsidizing a ticket for someone who can’t afford one. Check out the full lineup details below and the Pique website for further information.