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Music Compass

Live Music in Broadview-Danforth

Catch live music and vinyl finds in one of Toronto’s most vibrant cross-cultural hubs.

Anchored by the iconic Danforth Music Hall, Broadview-Danforth is an east-end hub for music and culture, and home turf for artists and industry leaders in music, film, and media.

With a huge array of restaurants, outdoor patios, and parks to complement its many grassroots music venues and bars, this district is one of Toronto’s top summer draws. 

Scroll down to explore live music venues, record shops, and listening lounges nearby.

Music Compass Neighbourhoods

Music Compass Neighbourhoods

Live music performance with vibrant lights at a venue

St. Lawrence & Old Town

Between the Financial District and the lakefront, the St. Lawrence Market and Old Town area blends...

Close-up of live drums under stage lights at a music venue

Danforth Village

Danforth Village is a lively, eclectic 3.5km stretch between Greektown and Main Street. Cultural...

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Little Portugal

Dundas Street West from Lansdowne to Shaw is one of Toronto’s prime locales for street...

The shops and restaurants of Yorkville Village at night on Cumberland Street

Bloor-Yorkville

Founded by entrepreneur Joseph Bloor in 1830, the Village of Yorkville has always been the heart and...

More to love about Broadview-Danforth

The music scene in Broadview-Danforth flows between historic stages and casual, street-level creativity. Just east of Broadview Station, the area’s leafy side streets hide cozy cafés and community spaces that host regular live performances.

The Danforth Music Hall continues to draw major touring acts, while the neighbourhood’s relaxed pace and cultural diversity have inspired a new generation of musicians and music-lovers to gather, perform, and explore.

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Things to do nearby

  • Music Compass is a self-guided experience highlighting Toronto’s live music culture across neighbourhoods. Use the map above to explore nearby venues, listen to local talent, and discover the rhythm of the city. 

    This program is brought to you by the City of Toronto, in partnership with Destination Toronto.

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