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Since 1981, Canadian Music Festival has stood at the heart of Toronto’s music scene, evolving from the pioneering Canadian Music Week into a city-wide showcase that spans rock, pop, hip-hop, EDM, and beyond. We’ve got you covered with reliable, no-fuss access to the festival’s latest tour details, artist appearances, and venue options. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or a first-time explorer, secure your seats and plan your experience with insider clarity.

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From its roots as one of Canada’s longest-running music industry events to its 2025 rebrand as a city-wide festival—Departure—this is where multi-genre programming, conferences, showcases, and even film and comedy come together across Toronto’s vibrant venues. Follow along for updates, social channels, and official links to stay in the loop.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Canadian Music Festival (formerly Canadian Music Week) has grown into a landmark that draws thousands of musicians and fans each year. In 2025, the festival expands to 40+ venues, 100+ speakers/performers, and a city-wide footprint across Toronto from May 6–11. We’ll keep you posted on dates, appearances, and ticket opportunities. For real-time updates and direct artist content, check the official social channels and website below:

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Stay connected for venue details, artist lineup, and booking options as Departure continues to shape Toronto’s music landscape.

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Quick Facts About Canadian Music Festival

  • Founded in 1981 in Toronto as Canadian Music Week, one of Canada's longest-running music industry events.
  • Historically attracts thousands of musicians and fans: about 4,500 musicians and 160,000 music fans, with around 60 venues and 900+ showcases.
  • COVID-19 impact: 2020 edition canceled; 2021 held as a virtual edition.
  • 2025 rebrand: Departure (formerly Canadian Music Week) expands to a city-wide festival with 100+ speakers/performers and 40+ venues across Toronto, May 6–11, 2025.
  • Social media presence includes Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn.
  • The festival features multi-genre programming across rock, pop, hip-hop, EDM and more, with events spanning conferences, showcases, comedy and film.

Canadian Music Festival (formerly Canadian Music Week) has grown into a landmark that draws thousands of musicians and fans each year. In 2025, the festival expands to 40+ venues, 100+ speakers/performers, and a city-wide footprint across Toronto from May 6–11. We’ll keep you posted on dates, appearances, and ticket opportunities. For real-time updates and direct artist content, check the official social channels and website below:

Stay connected for venue details, artist lineup, and booking options as Departure continues to shape Toronto’s music landscape.

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