BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NOW Toronto - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nowtoronto.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NOW Toronto REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T010000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130027Z UID:10444455-1782329400-1782349200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Cain Culto DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24 // Doors 7:30PM Show 9PM // In the ChamberTickets $30 – 40 + fees \nJoin us Wednesday\, June 24 for an iconic Queer Pride headliner concert — Cain Culto. \nCain Culto is a former worship pastor turned queer renegade\, blending left-field pop and hip-hop with global influences. Raised in a Colombian-Nicaraguan household\, he grew up between Florida and Kentucky\, absorbing salsa\, bluegrass\, and evangelical culture. After leaving his acclaimed Christian band Ecclesia in 2021\, he reemerged as Cain Culto — an artist reclaiming his spirituality\, sexuality\, and cultural roots. A fearless DIY auteur\, hecrafts provocative music. \nCain Culto is part of Buddies Queer Pride 2026. Visit buddiesinbadtimes.com/pride for all events and shows.  URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/cain-culto/ LOCATION:Buddies in Bad Times Theatre\, 12 Alexander St\, Toronto\, M4Y 1B4 CATEGORIES:2SLGBTQ+,Live Music,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cain-culto.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260719T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130106Z UID:10445208-1782369000-1784494800@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:TO the Beat. DESCRIPTION:TO the Beat is a free outdoor concert series presented as part of the Lavazza IncluCity Festival and hosted at Toronto’s Distillery Historic District from June 25–July 19\, 2026\, with performances beginning nightly at 6:30 PM. Celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of Toronto’s music scene\, the series brings together artists from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and musical styles\, showcasing the rhythms\, traditions\, and stories that shape the city’s rich cultural mosaic. From global sounds to homegrown talent\, TO the Beat invites audiences to come together\, dance\, and experience live music in the heart of the city. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/to-the-beat/ LOCATION:The Distillery Historic District\, 55 Mill St\, Toronto\, ON M5A 3C4\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 3C4 CATEGORIES:Live Music,Toronto26 (Soccer Celebration) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/to-the-beat.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130027Z UID:10444456-1782388800-1782392400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Noon at Met Carillon Festival: Elisa Tersigni DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to attend these free concerts in person or online at 56 Queen Street East! Donations go towards our Music program. Noon at Met concerts are livestreamed in HD here at metunited.ca/live and on our YouTube channel. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/noon-at-met-carillon-festival-elisa-tersigni/ LOCATION:56 Queen Street East\, 56 Queen St E\, Toronto\, ON M5C 2Z3\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5C 2Z3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/noon-at-met-carillon-festival-elisa-tersigni.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T020000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130031Z UID:10444504-1782408600-1782439200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:World Club of Giving - Hosted by Dwayne De Rosario DESCRIPTION:A one-night-only World Cup nightlife experience hosted by Canadian soccer legend and FIFA Ambassador Dwayne De Rosario\, with a special live set by internationally recognized DJ Sickick. \nOn June 25th\, World Club of Giving hosts a premium World Cup watch party and nightlife experience at the iconic FYE Ultra Club Toronto. Bringing together global football passion\, celebrity appearances\, live entertainment\, and philanthropy for an unforgettable evening. \nGuests can expect: \n\nA high-energy World Cup-inspired atmosphere\nCelebrity athletes\, entertainers\, and VIP guests\nPremium nightlife experience at one of Toronto’s top venues\nLive DJ performances and entertainment\nFood\, cocktails\, and bottle service\nVIP booths and private hospitality experiences\nExclusive meet & greet opportunities\nA chance to connect with leaders\, influencers\, and football fans from around the world\n\nAll proceeds support Soccer for Cancer – a Canadian Cancer Society initiative\, helping unite communities through the power of sport while supporting Canadians affected by cancer. \nVisit: worldclubofgiving.com URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/world-club-of-giving-hosted-by-dwayne-de-rosario/ LOCATION:FYE Ultra Club\, FYE Ultra Club\, 7 Saskatchewan Road\, Toronto\, ON \, M6K 3C3 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6K 3C3 CATEGORIES:Live Music,Nightlife,Toronto26 (Soccer Celebration) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/world-club-of-giving-hosted-by-dwayne-de-rosario.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T203000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444477-1782412200-1782419400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World DESCRIPTION:Winner\, 2017 Hot Docs Rogers Audience Award for Best Canadian Documentary \n“A vibrant survey of a criminally overlooked aspect of American popular music” – The Los Angeles Times \nFilmmakers Stevie Salas\, Catherine Bainbridge and Alfonso Maiorana examine the musical contribution and bring to light the profound and overlooked influence of Indigenous people on popular music and the groundbreaking musicians who helped shape the soundtracks of our lives. \nFocusing on music icons like Link Wray\, Jimi Hendrix\, Taboo (The Black Eyed Peas)\, Charley Patton\, Mildred Bailey\, Jesse Ed Davis\, Robbie Robertson\, and Randy Castillo\, Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World gives attention to this missing chapter in the history of American music. \nWinner of a Special Jury Award for Masterful Storytelling at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival and the Audience Award for Best Canadian Documentary at Hot Docs\, film features interviews with musicians\, historians\, and experts including: Buddy Guy\, Steven Van Zandt\, Tony Bennett\, Taj Mahal\, Martin Scorsese\, Stevie Salas\, Quincy Jones\, John Trudell\, Steven Tyler\, Alvin Youngblood Hart\, Monk Boudreaux\, George Clinton\, Jackson Browne\, Joy Harjo\, Iggy Pop\, Wayne Kramer (MC5)\, Marky Ramone (The Ramones)\, Pura Fe Crescioni (Ulali)\, Robert Trujillo (Metallica)\, Slash (Guns ‘N’ Roses)\, Rhiannon Giddens (Carolina Chocolate Drops)\, Pat Vegas (Redbone)\, Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys)\, and Taylor Hawkins (The Foo Fighters). URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/rumble-the-indians-who-rocked-the-world/ LOCATION:Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema\, 506 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, M5S 1Y3 CATEGORIES:Film & Media,Live Music,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/rumble-the-indians-who-rocked-the-world.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T223000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130029Z UID:10444495-1782412200-1782426600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Living Room Listening Party II: Guilty Pleasures Playlist DESCRIPTION:Relax in the CCO’s living room\, while they perform musician-nominated guilty pleasures. Admission by donation of 2lbs of non-perishable food \nWhat’s on your guilty pleasures playlist? The Canadian Chamber Orchestra asked that question to its musicians and audiences\, and built a concert around the answers. \nLRLP III brings the CCO’s signature intimate format back to Eglinton St. George’s United Church for an evening of music that’s equal parts surprising\, joyful\, and seriously played. Expect new string arrangements of beloved music (too beloved??)\, delivered in a living-room atmosphere where the musicians introduce each piece from the stage and the audience is close enough to feel every note. \nThe program draws on anonymous nominations from CCO musicians and a public survey\, shaped into a playlist that spans genres\, eras\, and a healthy range of musical guilty consciences. New arrangements were created specifically for this concert by composer Chris Thornburrow\, CCO musician Laurence Schaufele\, and Co-Executive Directors Andrew Ascenzo and Drew Comstock. \nAdmission is by donation — bring 2lbs of non-perishable food items for the Eglinton St. George’s Food Pantry\, or a monetary donation at the door. All are welcome. \nThe Canadian Chamber Orchestra is a Toronto-based ensemble committed to building a new kind of classical music culture — intimate\, accessible\, and community-rooted. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/living-room-listening-party-ii-guilty-pleasures-playlist/ LOCATION:Eglinton St. George’s United Church\, 35 Lytton Blvd\, Toronto\, ON M4R 1L2\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1L2 CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/living-room-listening-party-ii-guilty-pleasures-playlist.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T230000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130029Z UID:10444496-1782412200-1782428400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:We Were Sharks w/ Keep Flying\, Meathead & Randomleaf at Sneaky Dee's DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/we-were-sharks-keep-flying-at-sneaky-dees/ LOCATION:Sneaky Dee’s Concert Venue\, Sneaky Dee's Concert Venue\, 431 College Street\, 2nd Floor\, M5T 1T1 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M5T 1T2 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/we-were-sharks-keep-flying-at-sneaky-dees.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444470-1782414000-1782417600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:America DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/america/ LOCATION:Massey Hall\, 178 Victoria St\, Toronto\, M5B 1T7 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/america-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444471-1782414000-1782417600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:MR Tout Le Monde - "Mirage" Album Tour DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/mr-tout-le-monde-mirage-album-tour/ LOCATION:The Mod Club (formerly known as The Axis Club)\, The Mod Club (formerly known as The Axis Club)\, 722 College St.\, M6G1C4 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6G 1C4 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/mr-tout-le-monde-mirage-album-tour-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444467-1782414000-1782417600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:The Frank White Experience DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/the-frank-white-experience/ LOCATION:The Opera House\, 735 Queen St E\, Toronto\, M4M 1H1 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-frank-white-experience.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444473-1782414000-1782417600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Vacations (19+ Event) DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/vacations-19-event-2/ LOCATION:The Garrison\, 1197 Dundas Street West\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1X3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/vacations-19-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444472-1782414000-1782417600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Jhariah Trust Ceremony Tour DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/jhariah-trust-ceremony-tour/ LOCATION:The Drake Hotel\, 1150 Queen St W\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1J3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/jhariah-trust-ceremony-tour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444475-1782414000-1782417600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Global Beatles Day — Toronto Fan Event DESCRIPTION:A splendid time is guaranteed for all. \nJoin us for a hi-res listening session in the control room at one of Toronto’s top recording studios\, followed by a singalong! You might even win some exclusive Beatles stuff too\, courtesy of Universal Music Canada! \nRegistration required. Spots are extremely limited. \nGlobal Beatles Day began in 2009 as a fan-created\, fan-run celebration of The Beatles\, their music\, and the message: love is all you need. \nThe date marks the anniversary of the 1967 BBC Our World program—the first international satellite TV broadcast—where the band performed “All You Need Is Love” to an estimated audience of 400 million. \nThis year\, The Beatles’ company\, Apple Corps Ltd\, has officially recognized Global Beatles Day and is encouraging fans around the world to participate. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/global-beatles-day-toronto-fan-event/ LOCATION:The Orange Lounge Recording Studio\, 567 Queen St W\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON M5V 2B6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2B6 CATEGORIES:Film & Media,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/global-beatles-day-toronto-fan-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444483-1782414000-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:VACATIONS THE HOLY GRAIL TOUR DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/vacations-the-holy-grail-tour-2/ LOCATION:The Garrison\, 1197 Dundas Street West\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1X3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/vacations-the-holy-grail-tour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444485-1782414000-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Brokencyde DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/brokencyde/ LOCATION:The Rockpile Bar & Nightclub\, The Rockpile Bar & Nightclub\, 5555A Dundas St. West\, M9B 1B8 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M9B 1B8 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/brokencyde.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444487-1782414000-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Drag Me To The Opera DESCRIPTION:Opera Revue presents Drag Me To The Opera: a one-night only spectacle of high drama and high camp colliding in a fabulous and night of opera and drag! \nKick off Pride weekend as high drama and high camp collide in a fabulous and night of opera and drag! \nBack by popular demand\, get ready for a bigger and wilder night as host Gregory Finney and Toronto drag sensation Selena Vyle team up once again with Opera Revue to bring you the second edition of Drag Me To The Opera! \nJoin us at Granite Brewery & Tied House on June 25\, 2026 at 7:00 PM for a night full of fierce performances and unforgettable fun. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/drag-me-to-the-opera/ LOCATION:Granite Brewery & Tied House\, 245 Eglinton Avenue East\, Toronto CATEGORIES:2SLGBTQ+,Live Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/drag-me-to-the-opera.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T220000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130029Z UID:10444493-1782414000-1782424800@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Kunlé – The Journey Album Release Concert DESCRIPTION:Dora Award-winning Toronto singer\, composer\, multi-instrumentalist and producer Kunlé announces June 26\, 2026 as the release date for his highly-anticipated new album ‘Kunlé – The Journey’ (via DistroKid)\, and celebrates with a new lyric video for “So Dear” and his album release concert at Small World Centre in Toronto! \nAdvance Tickets; https://tickets.smallworldmusic.com/e/event-template-7. \nFacebook Event; https://www.facebook.com/events/1971409647074596/. \nPre-save new album: https://ffm.to/kunle-thejourney. \nNew lyric video\, “So Dear” (track three): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0ChZt-id1Q. \nWho are the performers at the concert; \nKunlé on vocals\, guitar and piano\, plus band members Stephen San Juan on lead guitar\, Johnson Afolabi with talking drums and percussion\, Andrew Kerr on bass and Oluwadamilare Odede on drums. Special guest live performers will be Dipo (featured vocals on track four on the new album\, “Ọ̀rọ̀ Kan”)\, and Toronto’s Paakwesi and Nelson Sobral\, who played slide guitar on track three\, “So Dear.” \nWhere; Small World Centre\, 180 Shaw St.\, Studio 101 (north of Queen St. W.)\, Toronto\, ON\, M6J 2W5. \nWhen; Thursday\, June 25\, 2026. Doors at 7:00 p.m. / Show at 8:00 p.m. \nHow Much; \nGeneral admission\, $30.00 – Includes seated admission and a handwritten thank you card keepsake from Kunlé. \nSupporter ticket\, $45.00 – Includes seated admission\, and a limited-edition red coral bead bracelet handcrafted by Kunlé and a handwritten thank you card. \nHis sophomore album ‘Kunlé – The Journey’ will be released on digital and vinyl formats and features seven deeply rooted\, personal songs. \nThe songs on ‘Kunlé – The Journey’ were recorded in Kunlé’s home studio in Toronto and at Catherine North Studios in Hamilton\, ON. It was produced and mastered at Catherine North with Kunlé as co-producer and Will Crann (Blue Rodeo\, Whitehorse\, Feist\, The Glorious Sons and more) as co-producer and recording engineer. \nKunlé states\, “My new album is a collection of reflections and experiences gathered through time—built from love\, spirit\, heritage and the journey of self-discovery. It is both a departure from the expected path and a return home.” \nMore artist information: https://kunlemusic.com. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/kunle-the-journey-album-release-concert/ LOCATION:Small World Centre\, 180 Shaw St\, Toronto\, ON M6J 2W5\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 2W5 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/kunle-the-journey-album-release-concert.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T230000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130029Z UID:10444498-1782414000-1782428400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Sound Travels LIVE - an interview with Fly Lady Di DESCRIPTION:A live recording of Sound Travels – part of Afro Brasilica\, a weekly residency hosted by Trust The Process Press at CONTXT by Trane. \nJoin Trust The Process Press for a special edition of Afro Brasilica on Thursday\, June 25. \nTrust The Process Press co-founder\, Ola Mazzuca\, will host a live episode of her podcast\, Sound Travels (produced by her platform\, Sonic Fold)\, featuring Toronto born-and-raised multidisciplinary artist\, Fly Lady Di (Diana Reyes). \nOla and Diana will get into the music that has shaped her life\, career and understanding of what it means to be ‘in community’ with self and others. We will listen to the songs that soundtracked this journey and delve into the elements that form authentic intention and purpose. \nStick around for a DJ set by olasconola and That Dude From Lupinore\, spinning everything from R&B to Soca and other surprises in between! \nThursday\, June 25 \nDoors: 7:00 pmLive Interview: 8:00 pm – 9:00 pmMusic: 9:00 pm -11:00 pmEntry: PWYC – reserve your spot via the link on this page\, or here! \nAbout Fly Lady Di:Toronto born multi-disciplinary artist Diana Reyes also known as Fly Lady Di has DJ’d for elite brands and venues including Dior\, Red Bull\, Toronto Maple Leafs\, eBay\, Twitter\, Jay Z’s D’Usse Cognac\, Rihanna’s FENTY Beauty\, SOHO House\, ROM\, AGO and Just For Laughs – to name a few. As a dancer\, her credits include the film Honey (2003)\, Fall Out Boy’s Dance Dance video as well as Jason Derulo\, Ciara\, the Clipse with Pharell\, BlackSTREET and many more. Diana has been featured on eTalk\, CP24\, CBC’s The National\, The Globe & Mail\, Toronto Star\, Chatelaine Magazine\, Toronto Life\, Dance Current amongst other media. She divides her time between Montreal and Toronto. Visit www.flyladydi.com for more info. \nAbout Ola Mazzuca:Ola Mazzuca is a creative communications professional that blends intentional strategies with limitless ideas. With nearly 20 years of experience\, her roots as a multimedia journalist merge a community-driven approach with a passion for music\, art\, culture\, and people. Through OM Media\, she offers consulting\, project management\, public relations\, event & media production\, and curatorial services. Alongside Rhandy Adolphe\, she is the co-founder of Trust The Process Press\, an independent print matter project and DJ duo. About Sonic Fold: \nSonic Fold is a platform driven by collaboration\, diversity and the intention to cultivate meaningful connections within communities – locally and globally – through audible expression. Founded by journalist\, music industry professional and DJ\, Ola Mazzuca\, Sonic Fold offers an array of media & event production services. Its primary podcast\, The Fold\, engages listeners with innovative\, progressive change-makers from Toronto and around the world. Here\, they share their unique stories\, and how they have been able to accomplish personal growth and cultivate community – in every sense of the word. Sound Travels is its sibling series about people and their relationship with music (specifically\, vinyl records) and the songs that have shaped their understanding of self\, others and life as a whole\, to create a signature understanding of community. \nAbout Trust The Process Press:Trust The Process Press (TTPP) is an independent print matter project by Ola Mazzuca and Rhandy Adolphe. The creative imprint is an extension of Ola’s multimedia journalism platform\, Sonic Fold\, and Rhandy’s artistic identity as SAMBARanthony. Both combine and express their mutual passion for the arts\, community building and exploring new places. TTPP is a means for them to share these ideas and experiences alongside readers near and far. Their zine\, MiBoSo\, lives in bookstores and third spaces in Toronto\, Miami and New York. Both journalists by trade\, as a DJ duo\, they take pride in being thoughtful curators and selectors of international music that sparks conversation and curiosity — sounds that foster connection and collaboration\, honour heritage\, while fueling movement. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/sound-travels-live-an-interview-with-fly-lady-di/ LOCATION:CONTXT by Trane\, 254 Lansdowne Ave Main Floor\, Toronto\, ON M6H 3X9\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 3X9 CATEGORIES:Live Music,Talks & Panels ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/sound-travels-live-an-interview-with-fly-lady-di.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T235500 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130030Z UID:10444499-1782414000-1782431700@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Kokoroko DESCRIPTION:Toronto Jazz Fest & JAZZ.FM91 present \nKokoroko\n\n19+ \nThu June 25th\,  Doors at 7pm\,  19+  ID required \nAdvance tickets on sale Fri Dec 12th at 10am at AdmitOne.com \nUK supergroup Kokoroko performs music from the most recent release\, “Tuff Times Never Last” – a testament to resilience\, joy and the retainment of child-like innocence in the face of adverse circumstances\, and a universal portrayal of black diasporic music sounds from decades gone by to the present day. This is music made for the dancefloor. Presented by the Toronto Jazz Festival. \nTicket Prices: \n$40-$70 URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/kokoroko/ LOCATION:Phoenix Concert Theatre\, 410 Sherbourne St\, Toronto\, ON M4X 1K2\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5X 1K2 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/kokoroko.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T235500 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130031Z UID:10444500-1782414000-1782431700@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Pride Toronto: Change The Beat DESCRIPTION:Massive news\, Toronto! Change the Beat is taking over the legendary OLG Stage at Pride Toronto on Thursday\, June 25 to officially kick off Pride weekend. We are beyond excited to welcome J. Worra as our special guest for the night. Celebrated for her creativity as a producer and her powerful skills behind the decks\, J.Worra continues to push the underground dance scene forward with a sound that is truly next level. Joining the lineup is Change the Beat founder and mau5trap / HE.SHE.THEY. artist Sydney Blu alongside the bumping house sounds of Miz Megs and the Afro house vibes of Sonic Griot of Afrique Like Me. Change the Beat is focused on elevating women and underrepresented artists in electronic music\, and we could not be more excited to bring our message to one of the most iconic stages in Toronto for Pride. Toronto\, get ready. Stage opens Thursday night at 7PM and we’re going until midnight. See you at Pride\, baby! \n \nEvent is 19+ URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/pride-toronto-change-the-beat/ LOCATION:512 Church Street\, 512 Church St\, Toronto\, ON M4Y 2C5\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4Y 2C5 CATEGORIES:2SLGBTQ+,Festivals,Live Music,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/pride-toronto-change-the-beat.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T194500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130029Z UID:10444489-1782416700-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Beny Esguerra & New Tradition Music DESCRIPTION:Beny Esguerra arrived as a child to Tkaronto from Bacatá (Bogotá\, Colombia) as a political refugee with his parents\, who were involved in cultural work and human rights activism. He is a Toronto-based\, two-time JUNO-nominated musician\, producer\, poet\, arts educator\, and community worker. His work bridges Afro-Indigenous Colombian traditions with Hiphop\, spoken word\, and contemporary production\, exploring themes of ancestry\, migration\, and social justice. \nEsguerra’s work has received national recognition\, including the Ontario Arts Foundation Arts Educator Award\, the Mayworks Award for Excellence in Contribution to the Labour Movement\, and the North York Arts Established Artist Award. His releases include the JUNO- nominated Northside KUISi\, as well as Eterno (2024) and Somos El Dorado (2025)\, developed through international collaborations. \nAs the co-founder of New Tradition Music\, he has developed multidisciplinary projects that bring together music\, storytelling\, and community engagement. He also leads the Wheel it Studios mobile recording initiative\, supporting youth through mentorship and access to creative tools. \nRuben is a PhD (ABD) in Musicology/Ethnomusicology\, specializing in Colombian traditional music and Hiphop culture. He continues to develop creative and educational work at a sustainable pace. \nSounds Like Toronto – Sounds Like the World is generously supported by the City of Toronto through the Community Celebration Support Fund. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/beny-esguerra-new-tradition-music/ LOCATION:115 Cumberland Street\, 115 Cumberland St\, Toronto\, ON M5S 2W7\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 2W7 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/beny-esguerra-new-tradition-music.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444479-1782417600-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Paul Simon: A Quiet Celebration DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/paul-simon-a-quiet-celebration/ LOCATION:Budweiser Stage\, Budweiser Stage\, 909 Lakeshore Blvd. W.\, Ontario Place\, M6K 3L3 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6K 3L3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/paul-simon-a-quiet-celebration.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444481-1782417600-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Leenalchi with Special Guests DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/leenalchi-with-special-guests/ LOCATION:Lee’s Palace\, 529 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, M5S 1Y5 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/leenalchi-with-special-guests.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T230000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130029Z UID:10444497-1782421200-1782428400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Orbital Ensemble DESCRIPTION:Orbital Ensemble is a multicultural band that fuses vintage Brazilian tones with modern psychedelic and jazz influences\, creating an immersive and eclectic sound. Blending dynamic grooves\, soaring melodies\, and explosive soundscapes\, the group offers listeners a fresh and engaging musical journey. \nRooted in Brazilian rhythms and keen to explore new sonic territories\, Orbital Ensemble has a unique take on fusion music with a bold\, contemporary approach. A brainchild of Brazilian composer and guitarist Felipe Sena\, the band features Toronto jazz heavy-hitters and a variety of instruments such as flute and saxophone\, drums and bass\, Brazilian percussion\, nylon guitar\, keys\, and psychedelic electric guitar. \nThe band’s debut album Orbital was released internationally through We Are Busy Bodies (Canada) and Balaclava Records (Brazil). The release received strong critical acclaim and international media attention. The band has performed at prominent Ontario festivals\, including Do West Fest\, Mixto Festival\, River & Sky\, Highlands Music Festival\, Oscillitarium\, and Project Nowhere. \nThe band released their second live EP in November 2025 and is releasing a new LP in the summer 2026. \nSounds Like Toronto – Sounds Like the World is generously supported by the City of Toronto through the Community Celebration Support Fund. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/orbital-ensemble/ LOCATION:115 Cumberland Street\, 115 Cumberland St\, Toronto\, ON M5S 2W7\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 2W7 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/orbital-ensemble.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130028Z UID:10444480-1782424800-1782421200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/bootcamp/ LOCATION:Future\, 570 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON M5V 2B5\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2B5 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/bootcamp.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260629T100000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130043Z UID:10444729-1782424800-1782727200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:GOLD Weekend Pass - Prism Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/gold-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Prism Welcome Centre\, Prism Welcome Centre\, Location TBA\, . Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M4N 3R4 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/gold-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260629T100000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130043Z UID:10444730-1782424800-1782727200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:SILVER Weekend Pass - Prism Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/silver-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Prism Welcome Centre\, Prism Welcome Centre\, Location TBA\, . Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M4N 3R4 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/silver-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260629T100000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130043Z UID:10444731-1782424800-1782727200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:VIP Weekend Pass - Prism Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/vip-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Prism Welcome Centre\, Prism Welcome Centre\, Location TBA\, . Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M4N 3R4 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/vip-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260629T100000 DTSTAMP:20260624T083024 CREATED:20260623T130043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130043Z UID:10444732-1782424800-1782727200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:STUDENT GOLD Weekend Pass - Prism Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/student-gold-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Prism Welcome Centre\, Prism Welcome Centre\, Location TBA\, . Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M4N 3R4 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/student-gold-weekend-pass-prism-festival-2026.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR