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SUMMARY:Showcase: Chloe Tang and Myles Lloyd\, presented by Live Nation OnesToWatch
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 and Live Nation OnesToWatch are proud to present Chloe Tang and Myles Lloyd at The Lounge at Live Nation on Tuesday\, May 5! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-chloe-tang-and-myles-lloyd-presented-by-onestowatch/
LOCATION:The Lounge at Live Nation\, 2 Snooker St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Bianca Espino\, Emma Lamontagne\, Isla-Maria\, Michaela Slinger\, and priyana
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 are proud to present Bianca Espino\, Emma Lamontagne\, Isla-Maria\, Michaela Slinger\, and priyana at Burdock Music Hall on Tuesday\, May 5! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-bianca-espino-emma-lamontagne-isla-maria-michaela-slinger-and-priyana/
LOCATION:Burdock Music Hall\, 1184 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 1N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T194309Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: The Codas\, Victoria Staff\, Kaeley Jade\, and Theo Day
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present The Codas\, Victoria Staff\, Kaeley Jade\, and Theo Day at the Cameron House on Tuesday\, May 5! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-the-codas-victoria-staff-kaeley-jade-and-theo-day/
LOCATION:The Cameron House\, 408 Queen St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260331T001903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T002651Z
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SUMMARY:Power Ballad
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Premiere \nWhen Rick (Paul Rudd)\, a past-his-prime wedding singer\, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig\, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career\, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves – even if it means risking everything he cares about. From writer-director John Carney (Sing Street\, Once)\, Power Ballad is a feel-good story about music\, self-respect\, friendship\, and the price of ambition.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/power-ballad/
LOCATION:TIFF Lightbox\, 350 King St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film Screenings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T173730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T114201Z
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SUMMARY:Live Podcast: The Jann Arden Podcast Live!
DESCRIPTION:The award-winning Jann Arden Podcast is a weekly show hosted by Canadian icon Jann Arden with co-hosts Caitlin Green and Sarah Burke. With humour and heart\, the show dives into real-life topics like aging\, relationships\, grief\, and reinvention — alongside pop culture and current events. \nJann and her co-hosts welcome an inspiring lineup of guests across entertainment\, media\, literature\, and wellness. Conversations with musician Sarah McLachlan\, comedy duo Jennifer Whalen and Meredith MacNeill (Small Achievable Goals)\, entertainers Rosie O’Donnell and Chelsea Handler\, politician Chrystia Freeland\, and Sleep Expert Alanna McGinn have become fan favourites.  \nAt its core\, the podcast is about connection — sharing stories that make you laugh\, think\, and feel a little less alone.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-jann-arden-podcast-live/
LOCATION:Jane Mallett Theatre (St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts)\, 27 Front St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5E 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
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SUMMARY:Ebril and Mage Tears
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Ebril and Mage Tears at Rivoli on Tuesday\, May 5! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/ebril-and-mage-tears/
LOCATION:Rivoli Toronto\, 334 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
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SUMMARY:Elio Mei
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Elio Mei at The Opera House on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/elio-mei/
LOCATION:The Opera House\, 735 Queen St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4M 1H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T145501Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Annabel Oreste\, Jennarie\, Andie Therio\, Braden Lam\, and John Fellner presented by Canada's Walk of Fame
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 and Canada’s Walk of Fame present Annabel Oreste\, Jennarie\, Andie Therio\, Braden Lam\, and John Fellner at the Rivoli on Wednesday\, May 6! \nAs part of Departure 2026\, Canada’s Walk of Fame brings the RBC Emerging Musician Program to the Rivoli for a special live showcase featuring the 2025 winners: Braden Lam (Halifax\, NS)\, Andie Therio (Montréal\, QC)\, John Fellner (London\, ON)\, Jennarie (Toronto\, ON) and Annabel Oreste (Laval\, QC)\, hosted by YASSiN & Sean Terrio (Program alumni). Now in its 13th year\, the RBC Emerging Musician Program continues to support and elevate the next generation of Canadian artists through mentorship\, funding\, and performance opportunities. \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-annabel-oreste-jennarie-andie-therio-braden-lam-and-john-fellner-presented-by-canadas-walk-of-fame/
LOCATION:Rivoli\, 334 Queen St W\,\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
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CREATED:20260401T174858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Living Room for Small\, Logan Levi\, Gratuitous\, spookyguava\, and Weekend Goodbye
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Living Room for Small\, Logan Levi\, Gratuitous\, spookyguava\, and Weekend Goodbye at The Baby G on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-living-room-for-small-logan-levi-gratuitous-spookyguava-and-weekend-goodbye/
LOCATION:The Baby G\, 1608 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 1T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T223000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260331T002502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T142719Z
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SUMMARY:Like Ah Boss: Journey of a Soca King\, featuring live Q&A with Machel Montano
DESCRIPTION:Like Ah Boss: Journey of a Soca King – Machel Montano offers an intimate\, unfiltered look into the life and legacy of one of the Caribbean’s most influential cultural icons. Often hailed as the “Michael Jackson of the Caribbean\,” Machel Montano’s career spans more than four decades\, redefining Soca music and elevating Caribbean culture onto the global stage. \nThe documentary is anchored in the pivotal 2015 Carnival season\, a defining moment when Montano dominated the cultural landscape with the anthemic hit “Like Ah Boss”. Cameras follow the artist through an extraordinary seven-day stretch in which he delivers 16 performances\, beginning with his iconic Machel Monday concert at the National Stadium in Trinidad and Tobago\, drawing more than 25\,000 fans. This relentless schedule – electric\, euphoric\, and exhausting – forms the heartbeat of the film. \nInterwoven with this high-octane Carnival journey are deeply personal reflections\, rare archival footage\, and candid interviews that trace Montano’s evolution from child prodigy – launching his career at just seven years old – to global cultural ambassador. The film revisits career-defining milestones\, including his early appearance on Star Search\, his groundbreaking Coachella main stage debut alongside Major Lazer\, and his performance before millions at Sadhguru’s Maha Shivratri Festival in India. \nLike Ah Boss does not shy away from the shadows behind the spotlight. The documentary confronts darker chapters of Montano’s life with unflinching honesty – from a devastating stage collapse during his Real Unity concert\, to the intense public scrutiny surrounding an assault allegation that threatened to derail his career. Longstanding rumors and personal controversies are examined within the broader context of fame\, cultural expectation\, and resilience. \nBoth tribute and exposé\, Like Ah Boss: Journey of a Soca King – Machel Montano is a powerful meditation on sacrifice\, reinvention\, and endurance. It captures the cost of greatness\, the weight of legacy\, and the drive of an artist who continues to push boundaries while expanding the global reach of Soca music. \nThe film is a celebration not only of Machel Montano\, but of Caribbean creativity itself – bold\, unapologetic\, and world-class.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/like-ah-boss-journey-of-a-soca-king-featuring-live-qa-with-machel-montano/
LOCATION:Paradise Theatre\, 1006c Bloor St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 1M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film Screenings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T233000
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CREATED:20260401T155938Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Rick Duff\, Neighbour Andy\, Joey Bird\, and Pacific Estate
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Rick Duff\, Neighbour Andy\, Joey Bird\, and Pacific Estate at The Cameron House on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-rick-duff-neighbour-andy-joey-bird-and-pacific-estate/
LOCATION:The Cameron House\, 408 Queen St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
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CREATED:20260401T152728Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Witch Prophet\, LOV\, Mighloe\, and sofinari\, presented by RISE Edutainment
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 + RISE Edutainment Present: Witch Prophet\, LOV\, Mighloe\, and sofinari at Burdock Music Hall on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-witch-prophet-lov-mighloe-and-sofinari-presented-by-rise-edutainment/
LOCATION:Burdock Music Hall\, 1184 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 1N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
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CREATED:20260401T175420Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: parallel\, Rachella Wred\, Sofia Kay\, and Loren Aronov
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present parallel\, Rachella Wred\, Sofia Kay\, and Loren Aronov at The Painted Lady on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-parallel-rachella-wred-sofia-kay-and-loren-aronov/
LOCATION:The Painted Lady\, 218 Ossington Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 2Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
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CREATED:20260406T205335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T114742Z
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SUMMARY:Tommy Genesis with PIAO and Tyra Jutai
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Tommy Genesis with PIAO and Tyra Jutai at The Great Hall on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/tommy-genesis/
LOCATION:The Great Hall\, 1087 Queen St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T205737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T114731Z
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SUMMARY:Logan Staats with Sara Kae
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Logan Staats with Sara Kae at Horseshoe Tavern on Wednesday\, May 6! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/logan-staats/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Tavern\, 370 Queen St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260408T140644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T140701Z
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SUMMARY:Choir! Choir! Choir! Angel: An Epic Singalong featuring extra special guest Sarah McLachlan
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be part of something unforgettable for a great cause—supporting music education through the Sarah McLachlan School of Music. Choir! Choir! Choir! return to Massey Hall with Angel: An Epic Singalong\, a powerful\, fully participatory live experience where the audience becomes the choir. \nLed by C!C!C! directors Nobu and Daveed\, and guided by their signature energy\, thousands of voices will come together in a celebration of connection and community—learning and performing a series of songs in real time\, building toward one iconic\, emotional finale. \nThe night will feature a selection of surprise songs before culminating in a once-in-a-lifetime performance of “Angel\,” featuring special guest Sarah McLachlan. Together\, audience and artist will transform a beloved classic into a shared\, unforgettable moment. \nProceeds from the evening will support the Sarah McLachlan School of Music\, which provides free after-school music programs for children and youth facing barriers to accessing traditional music education. \nNever Stop Singing!
URL:https://departureto.com/event/choir-choir-choir-angel-an-epic-singalong-featuring-extra-special-guest-sarah-mclachlan/
LOCATION:Massey Hall\, 178 Victoria St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 1T7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T175120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T191307Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Kiki Rowe\, iBXRHM\, ABBI WOODS\, and Jay Glavany
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Kiki Rowe\, iBXRHM\, ABBI WOODS\, and Jay Glavany at The Baby G on Wednesday\, May 7! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-kiki-rowe-ibxrhm-abbi-woods-and-jay-glavany/
LOCATION:The Baby G\, 1608 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 1T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260408T010246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T010449Z
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SUMMARY:I Love Boosters
DESCRIPTION:Ontario Premiere \nA crew of professional shoplifters takes aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It’s like community service. \nWritten and directed by Boots Riley. Starring Keke Palmer\, Naomi Ackie\, and LaKeith Stanfield. \n  \n 
URL:https://departureto.com/event/i-love-boosters/
LOCATION:Paradise Theatre\, 1006c Bloor St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 1M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film Screenings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T010000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T153434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T194512Z
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Blue Ridge Band\, Bradley Hale\, Mitch Zorn\, Parker Graye\, and Tyler Lorette\, presented by Boots and Hearts
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 and Boots and Hearts present Blue Ridge Band\, Bradley Hale\, Mitch Zorn\, Parker Graye\, and Tyler Lorette at Adelaide Hall on Thursday\, May 7! \n\nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-blue-ridge-band-bradley-hale-mitch-zorn-parker-graye-and-tyler-lorette-presented-by-boots-and-hearts/
LOCATION:Adelaide Hall\, 250 Adelaide St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 1X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T154004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T191334Z
UID:10000029-1778184000-1778184000@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Showcase: the neverminds\, Concrete Vehicles\, cherry pick\, and Rosewater Park\, presented by Range Magazine
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 + Range Magazine  are proud to present the neverminds\, Concrete Vehicles\, cherry pick\, and Rosewater Park at The Garrison on Thursday\, May 7! \n\n\nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-the-neverminds-concrete-vehicles-cherry-pick-and-rosewater-park-presented-by-range-magazine/
LOCATION:The Garrison\, 1197 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1X3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T182031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T195508Z
UID:10000039-1778184000-1778184000@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Showcase: YSN Fab\, Lex Leosis\, Jackie Art\, and Jr. Rhodes
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present YSN Fab\, Lex Leosis\, Jackie Art\, and Jr. Rhodes at Division88 on Wednesday\, May 7! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-ysn-fab-lex-leosis-jackie-art-and-jr-rhodes/
LOCATION:Division88\, 225 Geary Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 2C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T173016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154910Z
UID:10000045-1778184000-1778184000@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Live Podcast: Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry
DESCRIPTION:Alan Cross is an internationally known broadcaster\, interviewer\, writer\, consultant\, blogger and speaker. In his 40+ years in the broadcasting and music business\, Alan has interviewed the biggest names in rock and is also known as a musicologist and documentarian through programs like The Ongoing History of New Music. He’s currently providing content consulting for 102.1 the Edge and Q107 in Toronto. \nOutside of radio\, Alan’s resume includes five books\, hundreds of public speaking engagements\, and a national music column for Global News. He’s also constantly engaged in voicework\, researching\, writing\, and consulting for commercials\, TV\, movies\, documentaries\, and corporate video.  \nAnother major project was The Science of Rock’n’Roll\, a travelling museum exhibit that toured science centres across North America. \nAlan is the host of the true crime podcast Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry. He also attends music conferences and lectures at schools and events all over the world. \nAlan has been deeply involved exploring the present and future relationships between music\, technology and social networking.  More information on Alan can be found at his website\, www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com .
URL:https://departureto.com/event/uncharted-crime-and-mayhem-in-the-music-industry/
LOCATION:Jane Mallett Theatre (St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts)\, 27 Front St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5E 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T203809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T120239Z
UID:10000050-1778184000-1778184000@departureto.com
SUMMARY:SiriusXM Spotlight Series: Katie Tupper with 646yf4t
DESCRIPTION:The SiriusXM Spotlight Series at Departure 2026 celebrates the Canadian voices defining today’s sound. \nPoplandia (Channel 754) is the soundtrack for pop culture junkies. Hear the hottest hits and exclusive interviews from your favorite artists. Movies\, music\, celebrity gossip\, current events and more\, Poplandia has you covered.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/katie-tupper/
LOCATION:The Mod Club\, 722 College St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T211147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T114719Z
UID:10000056-1778184000-1778184000@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Good Grief presents The Inner Circle with Kassidy
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Good Grief presents The Inner Circle with Kassidy at TD Music Hall on Thursday\, May 7! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/good-grief/
LOCATION:TD Music Hall\, 178 Victoria St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 1T7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T182451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T191432Z
UID:10000040-1778187600-1778187600@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Showcase: Pick a Piper\, o'six\, and mei anima
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Pick a Piper\, o’six\, and mei anima at Rhythm on Thursday\, May 7! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-pick-a-piper-osix-and-mei-anima/
LOCATION:Rhythm\, 141 Bathurst St Suite 101\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T195359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T195435Z
UID:10000044-1778270400-1778270400@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Showcase: Kai Banks\, KOTO?\, Kyle Wildfern\, Nilo Blues
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 is proud to present Kai Banks\, KOTO?\, Kyle Wildfern\, Nilo Blues at Division88 on Friday\, May 8! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-kai-banks-koto-kyle-wildfern-nilo-blues/
LOCATION:Division88\, 225 Geary Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 2C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T173943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T114052Z
UID:10000048-1778270400-1778270400@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Live Podcast: Cynthia & Josie's Unmentionables
DESCRIPTION:Cynthia & Josie’s Unmentionables is about those delicious\, messy and sexy topics that we all have questions about but are afraid to ask. What constitutes cheating? How do I dirty talk? Why do I like such weird porn? Cynthia and Josie share extremely personal (and often embarrassing) stories along with their various guests\, inviting everyone to feel less shame about their own “unmentionables”.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/cynthia-josies-unmentionables/
LOCATION:The Rec Room Roundhouse\, 255 Bremner Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T204135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T121002Z
UID:10000051-1778270400-1778270400@departureto.com
SUMMARY:SiriusXM Spotlight Series: Sacha
DESCRIPTION:The SiriusXM Spotlight Series at Departure 2026 celebrates the Canadian voices defining today’s sound. \nThe rich history of Canadian Country music finally has a home on Top of the Country Radio (Channel 171). A perfect blend of the songs you know and love from the ‘90s and 2000s all the way to emerging country superstars you’re about to fall for. You’ll hear Dallas Smith\, Megan Patrick\, Tenille Townes\, Tim Hicks\, Shania Twain and many more!
URL:https://departureto.com/event/sacha/
LOCATION:The Mod Club\, 722 College St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260406T204824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T121226Z
UID:10000052-1778270400-1778270400@departureto.com
SUMMARY:SiriusXM Spotlight Series: Chxrry and jev.
DESCRIPTION:The SiriusXM Spotlight Series at Departure 2026 celebrates the Canadian voices defining today’s sound. \nTune in to Mixtape: North (Channel 164) playing the newest hits from Drake and Jesse Reyez to classic throwbacks from Kardinal Offishall and K-OS to the hottest emerging voices from the Canadian underground. Mixtape: North is the dopest mix of hip-hop and R&B. \n  \n 
URL:https://departureto.com/event/chxrry-and-jev/
LOCATION:The Mod Club\, 722 College St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Premium Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143143
CREATED:20260401T151137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T192257Z
UID:10000025-1778274000-1778274000@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Showcase: Avery Jane\, Frank Mighty\, and Cinzia and the Eclipse\, presented by Sofar Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 and Sofar Sounds are proud to present Avery Jane\, Frank Mighty\, and Cinzia and the Eclipse at Secret Location on Friday\, May 8! \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core. Learn more at departureto.com. \nService fees include a $3.00 facility fee.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-avery-jane-frank-mighty-and-cinzia-and-the-eclipse-presented-by-sofar-sounds/
LOCATION:Secret Location
CATEGORIES:Festival,Showcase Music
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