Festivals
All Things Go Toronto 2025 – Day One Recap & Photos
It might be October, but All Things Go 2025 brought full summer energy to Toronto. The Budweiser Stage felt like it had been teleported to July with warm sun, endless smiles, and a crowd that felt more like a community than a festival audience. Everywhere you looked, people were making friendship bracelets at the Kandies World tent, dancing to DJ Levi’s remixes, and having a good time. Toronto showed up for the festival’s Canadian debut, and the all-female Day 1 lineup delivered exactly the kind of vibe All Things Go is known for.
EMEI opened the day, bouncing onto the stage with a kind of energy that made you forget it was barely noon. She was clearly having fun, dancing across the stage and winning over a still-filling crowd. Even though it was early, those who showed up were rewarded. She threw in a new song, “What’s the Point?”, and even covered Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe,” which hit perfectly for a Toronto crowd. EMEI’s enthusiasm was contagious, and she proved she’s one to watch live.
ELIO followed, bringing a hometown glow to the stage. With her guitar in hand, she mixed synthy bedroom pop with emotional grit. Her set felt personal, like she was letting the crowd in on her mind. She performed her hit song “Charger,” a track that features her mentor Charli XCX. The audience responded with steady cheers, proud to see one of their own shining.
Julia Wolf amped things up next, trading pop for something louder and bolder. She tore through her set with sharp confidence. Her rock-leaning sound catching everyone bobbing their heads. Between songs, she thanked the crowd for showing up early to her set. Gratitude was her theme, but power was her presence.
Blondshell continued the shift to a rawer sound. Dressed in a vintage Miley Cyrus “Wonder World Tour 2009” tee, she looked as cool as she sounded. Her songs hit like diary entries read through a distortion pedal, intimate but unapologetic.
Then came Chelsea Cutler, and the festival hit peak singalong mode. A quick mic hiccup at the start didn’t faze her. She laughed it off and earned a cheer once her voice came through clear. She mentioned performing at another All Things Go the week before, joking, “If I wasn’t gay before seeing The Marías…” which got the loudest laugh of the afternoon. Chelsea’s set mixed fan favourites like “Your Shirt” and “Crazier Things” with two great covers: Olivia Dean’s “Man I Need,” a song that brings her peace, and The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside.” Between songs, she opened up about nerves and gratitude, making her already emotional songs hit even harder.
Ravyn Lenae arrived right on time for sunset. Bathed in soft orange light, she looked like she was born for the stage: elegant and locked into every note. Her voice floated over the crowd like silk, especially during “I Wish,” a song she called the hardest she’s ever written, dedicated to her father. She thanked old fans and new ones alike, radiating the calm confidence of an artist stepping into her moment.
In between sets, the festival kept things light with “Kiss Cam” moments on the big screen. Each one was met with massive cheers from the crowd.
Then came the chaos. Remi Wolf turned Budweiser Stage into a full-on carnival. Her stage was covered in flowers, she wore a tutu, and she immediately declared, “Our job is to keep the party fucking going!” before leading the crowd through a “warm-up” routine that included fanning yourself and “slapping your vagina.” It was pure Remi, wild and hilarious. She even hopped on the drums mid-set and surprised fans by bringing Julia Wolf back on stage for a “Wolf Squared” moment. “Disco Man” was the true crowd explosion. She wrapped things up leaving everyone buzzing and ready for the headliner.
Reneé Rapp closed the night like a star who knows exactly who she is. Before she appeared, screens lit up with a message encouraging donations Save The Children, a charity partnered with her tour. Then a short video introducing her playing herself and other characters pressuring her to release a new single. It ended with her screaming “I need everyone to fucking leave me alone!” When she finally emerged, rising from behind a three-tiered star platform, the place erupted. Fans, many who had camped out since the night before, lost it.
Her set swung between rock-driven anthems and stripped piano ballads. “Leave Me Alone” set the tone, confident and biting. For “Isn’t It Funny” and “Sometimes,” she sat at the piano, showing off the kind of raw power that doesn’t need a light show. She talked openly about heartbreak and friendship breakups, calling “poison poison” her revenge era song and “lessons learned” her reflection era. “Good Girl” ended with a searing guitar solo that brought the house down.
Then came the night’s big surprise: Role Model stepped out during “At Least I’m Hot.” The crowd went absolutely feral. It was a perfect tease for Day 2, leaving everyone wondering who would be Role Model’s Sally tomorrow?
As the crowd spilled out of the gates, Day 1 had felt like a statement. Every act was a woman, every fan was respected, and every moment felt like joy. Call it what you want, but “Lesbopalooza” fits just fine.
Stay tuned for our recap of Day 2!
Check out our favourite photos of the day below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
RENEÉ RAPP
REMI WOLF
RAVYN LENAE
CHELSEA CUTLER
BLONDSHELL
JULIA WOLF
ELIO
EMEI
FESTIVAL
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
Festivals
VANS Warped Tour Announces 2026 Full Line-Up!
Vans Warped Tour, one of the most iconic, successful, and longest-running music festivals in history is bringing its celebrated community-driven experience north of the border with a highly anticipated stop in Montréal, Canada. Set for August 21 + 22, the Montréal edition will take over the expansive grounds of Parc Jean-Drapeau, the city’s premiere outdoor festival destination located along the St. Lawrence River.
Just minutes from downtown and easily accessible by metro, Parc Jean-Drapeau offers sweeping skyline views and a vibrant summer atmosphere. Festivalgoers can explore nearby neighborhoods such as Old Montréal, the Plateau, and the Quartier des Spectacles, making the weekend an immersive cultural experience both on and off the festival grounds.
Keeping with tradition, the full line-up listed alphabetically, which keeps the focus on the collective experience rather than headliners, the stacked bill spans generations of alternative and punk music, from genre-defining favorites like Simple Plan and Bowling For Soup to pop-rock staples such as Taking Back Sunday, Yellowcard, and Mayday Parade, alongside rising voices including Jutes and LØLØ. Additionally, the 2026 Vans Warped Tour in Montreal features a mix of international and regional talent, including Montreal-based deathcore band Despised Icon and punk outfit The Anti-Queens.
In partnership with Insomniac, the two-day festival will feature over 100 artists spanning rock, pop punk, alternative, emo, hip-hop, ska and beyond, alongside appearances from world-class skateboarders and elite action-sports athletes. This latest iteration builds on Vans Warped Tour’s legacy while embracing a broader, more global future for one of music and skate culture’s most enduring live platforms. With its scenic waterfront setting, rich musical heritage, and reputation as one of North America’s top festival cities, Montréal provides the perfect backdrop for Vans Warped Tour’s signature blend of nostalgia, discovery, and community—uniting fans across generations for an unforgettable summer weekend.
Furthering their mission of artist discovery and fan-first ideology, last month Vans Warped Tour launched the first look at the artists performing this year with multiple artists being announced daily over the past 30-ish days exclusively on Vans Warped Tour social platforms.
In addition to Montreal, Canada, Vans Warped Tour is expanding its footprint and cultural impact after last year’s three sold-out U.S dates, as the tour will deliver five two-day festivals returning to Washington, DC, Long Beach, CA, and Orlando, FL, including the launch of two all-new international editions in both Montreal, Canada and also Mexico City, Mexico, marking a powerful global expansion.
Founded by Kevin Lyman in 1995, Vans Warped Tour built a singular legacy as the definitive summer festival for rock and alternative music fans, shaping generations of artists and audiences alike. Founded in 1995, Vans Warped Tour was never just a concert series; it was a proving ground, cultural crossroads, and community-driven platform where established acts shared stages with emerging talent, often at pivotal moments in their careers.
Throughout the years, Vans Warped Tour helped introduce and elevate artists who would go on to define modern music, with past performers including Blink-182, No Doubt, Sublime, Beck, Katy Perry, NOFX, Limp Bizkit, Black Eyed Peas, Green Day, Eminem, Yellowcard, Bad Religion, and countless others.
What set Vans Warped Tour apart was its accessibility and ethos. Affordable tickets, all-day festivals, genre-fluid lineups, and an environment where fans could discover new artists, connect directly with performers, and experience music alongside skate culture, activism, and community engagement. That spirit of openness and discovery became central to Vans Warped Tour’s identity, cementing its place as one of the most influential live music platforms in modern music history. Vans Warped Tour remains committed to accessible pricing, with weekend passes that started at an all-inclusive price of $237.00 (processing fees included) and are currently available for purchase at https://www.vanswarpedtour.com/tickets.
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Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, Mumford & Sons To Headline Oceans Calling 2026
Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, and Mumford & Sons will headline the 2026 edition of Oceans Calling Festival on September 25-27 at the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk. The festival returns to Ocean City Inlet Beach with more than 40 artists performing across 3 stages including Ludacris, O.A.R., Yellowcard, Shaggy, Liz Phair, and more on Friday along with Goo Goo Dolls, Third Eye Blind, All Time Low, 311, Dashboard Confessional, Violent Femmes, and more on Saturday, with Caamp, My Morning Jacket, The Head and The Heart, Hanson, OK Go, Susan Hoffs, Jet, and more performing Sunday. View the entire lineup by-day here.
Pre-sale Tickets will be available this Thursday, March 5, from 10 AM–11 AM ET, offering guaranteed lowest priced GA and 1-Day Tickets for one hour only.
Beyond the stages, Oceans Calling highlights the best of East Coast flavor with fan-favorite local food vendors and Boardwalk staples complemented by live culinary demos from renowned chefs Robert Irvine, Antonia Lofaso, and more celebrating the region’s vibrant food scene; all hosted by Jason Biggs.
Festival goers will also have access to the Ocean City Boardwalk and its businesses in residence as well as the iconic Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park, both located inside the festival grounds, as admission will be included with the purchase of an Oceans Calling Festival ticket.
Oceans Calling Festival ticket types include 1-Day and 3-Day, General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Platinum tickets, and layaway payment plans start at $20 down. GA+ offers fans unlimited access to a private lounge with seating, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary water, private bar with drinks for purchase, and a dedicated on-site hospitality team. VIP delivers an exclusive seated viewing platform at the Main Stage, as well as prime viewing areas at all stages, VIP Lounge at Main Stage with air-conditioned restrooms, private bar with drinks for purchase and complimentary water, lockers, and mobile charging units for rent, and more. Platinum includes front-of-stage viewing at all stages, complimentary all-day dining and full-service bars, access to two Platinum Lounges with relaxed seating, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary lockers and mobile charging, dedicated festival entrance, plus all the amenities of VIP, GA+, and GA, and more.
New this year, the 3-Day Bungalow Package offers an elevated, private festival experience for up to 12 guests per day at Oceans Calling. Guests enjoy unlimited access to a dedicated shaded bungalow with sweeping views of the Sea Bright Stage and festival grounds, plus private bars with complimentary all-day beverages, grab-and-go snacks, air-conditioned restrooms, Wi-Fi, merchandise concierge service, and dedicated on-site hospitality staff, all while maintaining full access to VIP and GA amenities for the complete festival experience. For the full list of ticket amenities, and to purchase 1-Day or 3-Day Tickets, visit www.oceanscallingfestival.com/tickets.