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Witness emerging artists from Canada and around the globe.
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Date(s): May 6 to 11, 2025
Location: Throughout Toronto
Departure is a reimagination of Canadian Music Week, and it's more than a music festival. For the past 42 years, Canadian Music Week has been recognized as a groundbreaking space where emerging and headlining artists, along with industry professionals, from Canada and around the world come together to inspire, support, and share with one another. Previous performers have included Post Malone, Our Lady Peace, The 1975, Katy Perry, Janet Jackson and more.
Departure's reimagining positions the festival and conference for a more diverse future in entertainment. The festival expands to six days and introduces comedy performances, a songwriter showcase, and a culinary experience filled with food trucks and outdoor activities.
Things to see and do at Departure include:
Witness emerging artists from Canada and around the globe.
If live music is your jam, you’ll love the scene in Toronto. No matter what style of music...
Amazing performances from emerging artists to jazz giants.
Food, music, art, culture – whatever your passion, there’s a festival for it in Toronto.