VELD
The second of Toronto’s massive EDM festivals takes place over two days at Downsview Park on Saturday and Sunday (August 3 and 4). Two-day pass $180-$225. veldmusicfestival.com.
Headliner
Chicago house heavyweight Kaskade has a new album, Atmosphere, set for release in September. Saturday’s mainstage show could be a preview.
Hometowner
Aside from the obvious local bold-name (Deadmau5), London’s Edmond Huszar, aka Overwerk, reps Ontario, bringing his edgy electro and buzzy remixes to the Bacardi tent stage on day 1.
CARIBANA
The Caribbean Carnival (formerly, and well, currently, known as Caribana) isn’t just one festival. It’s a massive 46-year-old celebration that thoroughly takes over the city today to Sunday (August 1 to 4). For full listings.
Headliner
Party shot: Jamaican dancehall superstar Popcaan plays Luxy Nightclub in Vaughan on Saturday (August 3), the second night of Reggae Explosion. $20, two-day pass $35. ticketzone.com.
Hometowner
Local neo-soul singer Shi Wisdom speaks love at the Irie Music Festival at Nathan Phillips Square on Friday (August 2). Free.
GROVE
Inaugural multi-genre Grove Fest nestles into Fort York Garrison Common on Saturday (August 3). $59.50-$99.50. thegrovefest.com.
Headliner
French alt-rock giants Phoenix have a new release (April’s Bankrupt!) and 14 years honing a live show. They might not burst into flames, but expect fireworks.
Hometowner
Toronto world-pop trio Young Empires provide Killers-like beats and Latin flair that fit nicely in an electro/synth-heavy lineup.
