Festivals
All Things Go Toronto 2026 – Day One Recap & Photos
Kesha, The Beaches, Rachel Chinouriri and an all-women lineup make a statement at RBC Amphitheatre
The second edition of All Things Go Toronto arrived with a bit of uncertainty hanging over it. Weather forecasts throughout the week had threatened heavy thunderstorms for Saturday, and more than a few festivalgoers crossed the bridge to RBC Amphitheatre wondering whether the day would be spent dodging rain clouds. But instead, Toronto got lucky.
Strong winds rolled through the waterfront venue, but the storms never fully materialized. Under blue skies and warm temperatures, thousands of fans spread out across the lawn and seats, turning what could have been a washout into one of the most enjoyable festival days of the summer so far.
Between sets, fans wandered through activations from RBC, Monster and other sponsors, while food trucks lined the concourse. One standout quickly emerged for me: Alijandro’s Kitchen, which served some of the best food of the weekend.
What immediately stood out about Saturday’s lineup was something increasingly rare in the festival world: every artist performing was a woman. At a time when many major festivals still struggle with representation, All Things Go continues to build its identity around showcasing women and queer artists without making it feel like a gimmick.
Opening the festival was Bella Kay, who looked remarkably comfortable despite revealing that this was her first festival performance. If she was nervous, it never showed. Her viral track “iloveitiloveitiloveit” sparked one of the first big singalongs of the day, while a cover of Rihanna’s “Stay” connected immediately with the growing audience. By the end of her set, Bella Kay was all smiles and seemed genuinely moved as she thanked fans for making her festival debut such a memorable experience.
Toronto’s own Sofia Camara followed and immediately reminded everyone why she’s becoming one of Canada’s most promising young pop artists. Early in her set, she introduced “Starlight” by joking that audiences normally use their phone flashlights during the song, but since it was still the middle of the afternoon, fans’ smiles would have to serve as the lights instead.
Camara repeatedly emphasized how much a hometown show meant to her, telling the crowd that Toronto always delivers the best audiences. One of the most memorable moments came when she sat down on the small advanced stage and introduced an unreleased song called “best friend.” She admitted she had been nervous about sharing new music and jokingly warned that she might cry while performing it. She didn’t, but the vulnerability resonated with the crowd. A cover of Gracie Abrams’ “That’s So True” earned a huge reaction, and by the time she closed with “Girls Like You,” the audience was jumping along.
Holly Humberstone shifted the mood slightly with a set built around atmosphere and emotion. Fresh off releasing her second album and launching a new tour, the British singer-songwriter delivered one of the day’s quieter performances, yet it never felt low-energy. Fans sang every word from the pit to the lawn, creating one of those festival moments where thousands of people seem locked into the same wavelength. Humberstone repeatedly expressed gratitude for being included on a lineup she clearly admired.
Rachel Chinouriri‘s set was one I had personally anticipated all day. Having somehow missed opportunities to catch her live before, I was eager to finally see what all the hype was about. She exceeded every expectation. From the opening song onward, Chinouriri brought infectious energy while constantly engaging with the crowd beyond just the barricade. She told fans she had performed at several All Things Go festivals in the United States and was thrilled to finally bring that experience to Toronto. Her message was simple but powerful: live fully, tell people you love them, and don’t take tomorrow for granted. It was the kind of moment that felt sincere rather than scripted.
Then came hometown heroes The Beaches. The Toronto quartet received one of the loudest welcomes of the entire weekend. Before long, they were celebrating the fact that an all-women festival had become reality in their hometown, giving credit to the women behind the scenes who helped make it happen.
The band entered to audio from the now-viral Off Campus scene before launching into a set packed with fan favourites. Then came one of the weekend’s most perfectly timed moments. As The Beaches performed, a rainbow appeared above RBC Amphitheatre. Considering it was Pride Month and one of the festival’s defining themes was celebrating queer artists and fans, the visual almost felt too perfect to be real.
Their “Lesbian of the Year” competition became one of the day’s highlights. Fans had been encouraged throughout posters at the venue to register for a chance to participate, and three contestants ultimately joined the band on stage. After a series of questions and plenty of audience participation, one winner was crowned and awarded a trophy.
The Beaches even dusted off material from their Done With Dolls days, delighting longtime fans before closing with the always explosive “Blame Brett.” What I loved most was how few phones were in the air. Nearly everyone seemed focused on dancing, singing and actually experiencing the show.
Kesha then arrived to close the night with a performance that was both celebratory and deeply personal. Complete with dancers, elaborate choreography, lasers and multiple visual interludes, her 90-minute set centered on one recurring theme: freedom. Throughout the evening, Kesha reflected on reclaiming ownership of her music and career, explaining that she could finally perform songs she hadn’t played in over a decade after re-producing them herself. The announcement sparked one of the loudest cheers of the night.
The set balanced nostalgia with growth. New songs such as “Origami” sat comfortably alongside classics, while stories about writing music with her mother and collaborations from earlier in her career gave added context to songs many fans had known for years. Several VCR segments reinforced the evening’s message of resilience and self-determination. One particularly memorable line emphasized choosing vulnerability over simply existing without feeling.
As the show reached its conclusion, Kesha reflected on how both good times and difficult experiences shape a life worth living. The final message was clear: these were the Freedom years.
For the encore, she created one final unforgettable moment by inviting dancer UnsightedPoet onstage after seeing his social media campaign asking for the chance to perform with her.
It was the perfect ending to a day that felt larger than just a collection of great performances. All Things Go has built its reputation around creating a space where artists and fans can feel seen, and Saturday embodied that mission from start to finish. Between the music, the community and the atmosphere, it was definitely a celebration of exactly who it was built for.
Check out our favourite photos of the day below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
For more information about All Things Go Toronto, DC and NYC, head to allthingsgofestival.com.
KESHA
THE BEACHES
RACHEL CHINOURIRI
HOLLY HUMBERSTONE
SOFIA CAMARA
BELLA KAY
ALL THINGS GO
Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer, unless otherwise noted.
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All Things Go NY Reveals Set Times for 2026 NY Edition
All Things Go NY has revealed the set times for its 2026 edition at Forest Hills Stadium, with three days of performances led by Zara Larsson, Brandi Carlile, Ethel Cain, MUNA, Lola Young and Carly Rae Jepsen.
The New York edition runs September 25–27, with each day featuring a curated mix of established names and emerging artists. Larsson will close Friday night with her first-ever headlining festival set, following Lola Young and Rebecca Black. Saturday brings Brandi Carlile to the top of the bill, with Ethel Cain appearing earlier in the evening for her final performance of 2026 on the Willoughby Tucker Forever Tour.
Sunday closes the weekend with Carly Rae Jepsen and MUNA, while The Beaches, Hemlocke Springs, CMAT, Jensen McRae, Cara Delevingne and Rebecca Black are among the other artists performing across the three days.
The festival is adding comedy to its New York programming for the first time, with actor and comedian Meg Stalter joining Saturday’s lineup. Stalter follows Natali Jinju and precedes Jensen McRae on the day’s schedule.
Friday gets underway at 2:15 p.m. with Chloe Qisha, followed by Blu DeTiger and Cara Delevingne. Rebecca Black takes the stage at 5:05 p.m., with Lola Young at 6:50 p.m. before Zara Larsson closes the night from 8:45 to 10 p.m.
Saturday starts with Natali Jinju before Stalter, Jensen McRae and CMAT. Ethel Cain performs from 6:50 to 7:50 p.m., setting the stage for Brandi Carlile’s 8:35 p.m. closing set.
Sunday features Cherry Bomb, Grace Ives and Hemlocke Springs early in the day before The Beaches take the stage at 5:30 p.m. Carly Rae Jepsen follows at 7 p.m., with MUNA closing the festival from 8:45 to 10 p.m.
All Things Go has built a following around its carefully selected lineups and strong connection between artists and fans. That community has even inspired unofficial festival nicknames such as “Gay-chella,” “All Things Gay” and “Lesbopalooza.”
Lorde summed up the festival’s appeal during this year’s All Things Go Toronto edition, joking that she was collecting festival appearances like Pokémon before calling it the coolest festival in North America.
Lola Young, who returns to the festival this year, shared her own excitement about coming back: “All Things Go, we have unfinished business. I feel blessed and ready to take it to the next level. Thank you for having me back.”
The New York festival is part of an expanded 2026 All Things Go schedule that includes editions in DC and Toronto. The DC festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion features Hayley Williams, Mitski, Brandi Carlile and Slayyyter, while Toronto‘s June 6–7 edition at RBC Amphitheatre featured Lorde, Kesha, The Beaches and Wet Leg.
Three-day tickets for all three New York dates are sold out. A limited number of single-day tickets and two-day combinations remain available through the official All Things Go website.
All Things Go @ Forest Hills
Friday, September 25
Gates: 2 p.m.
- 2:15–2:45 p.m. — Chloe Qisha
- 3–3:30 p.m. — Blu DeTiger
- 4–4:35 p.m. — Cara Delevingne
- 5:05–6:05 p.m. — Rebecca Black
- 6:50–7:50 p.m. — Lola Young
- 8:45–10 p.m. — Zara Larsson
Saturday, September 26
Gates: 2 p.m.
- 2:15–2:45 p.m. — Natali Jinju
- 3 p.m. — Meg Stalter
- 4:05–4:50 p.m. — Jensen McRae
- 5:20–6:05 p.m. — CMAT
- 6:50–7:50 p.m. — Ethel Cain
- 8:35–10 p.m. — Brandi Carlile
Sunday, September 27
Gates: 2 p.m.
- 2:15–2:45 p.m. — Cherry Bomb
- 3–3:30 p.m. — Grace Ives
- 3:45–4:30 p.m. — Hemlocke Springs
- 5:30–6:15 p.m. — The Beaches
- 7–8 p.m. — Carly Rae Jepsen
- 8:45–10 p.m. — MUNA
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All Things Go Festival 2026 Reveals Set Times for DC Edition
All Things Go Festival has revealed the full set times for its 12th annual DC-area edition, giving fans a first look at how three days of packed programming will unfold across the Pavilion and Chrysalis stages.
Taking place September 25–27 at Merriweather Post Pavilion, the sold-out festival features a lineup led by Hayley Williams, Brandi Carlile, Zara Larsson, Mitski, MUNA, Lola Young, Remi Wolf and Ethel Cain. Other performers across the weekend include The Beaches, Slayyyter, underscores, Magdalena Bay, Wolf Alice, Tinashe, Sierra Ferrell and Rainbow Kitten Surprise.
The festival has sold out for five straight years, a reflection of the community All Things Go has built around its mix of established artists, rising acts and a fan-first atmosphere. This year, comedian Robby Hoffman joins the music lineup, adding a different kind of performance to the weekend.
The Friday schedule starts with Stella Lefty at 3:50 p.m., followed by Balu Brigada, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Hoffman on the Pavilion Stage. Ethel Cain takes the stage at 7:15 p.m. before Mitski closes the night from 9:30 to 11 p.m. Over at Chrysalis, Slayyyter and Magdalena Bay round out the evening.
Saturday begins at 11:30 a.m. and builds toward a pair of major performances. MUNA plays from 6:45 to 8 p.m. before Hayley Williams closes the Pavilion Stage from 9:30 to 11 p.m. The Beaches have a lengthy 3:15–5:05 p.m. slot on Chrysalis, followed by Del Water Gap and Zara Larsson.
Sunday brings another stacked schedule, with Brandi Carlile closing the Pavilion Stage from 9:30 to 11 p.m. Earlier performances include Tiny Habits, Jensen McRae, CMAT, Wolf Alice, Tinashe, Remi Wolf and Sierra Ferrell. Lola Young takes the Chrysalis Stage at 8:15 p.m., following Father John Misty.
The community surrounding All Things Go has become part of the festival’s identity. Fans and artists have affectionately referred to the event as “Gay-chella,” “All Things Gay” and “Lesbopalooza,” reflecting the inclusive audience the festival has cultivated over the years.
That spirit was summed up by Lorde during this year’s All Things Go Toronto festival, where she joked that she was trying to attend every edition and called it the coolest festival in North America.
Lola Young, returning to the festival lineup, shared a similar sentiment: “All Things Go, we have unfinished business. I feel blessed and ready to take it to the next level. Thank you for having me back.”
The DC festival is part of a larger 2026 expansion for All Things Go. The New York edition at Forest Hills features Zara Larsson, Lola Young, Brandi Carlile, Ethel Cain, MUNA and Carly Rae Jepsen, among others. Toronto‘s June 6–7 edition at RBC Amphitheatre featured Lorde, Kesha, The Beaches and Wet Leg.
For fans still looking to attend the DC festival, the final single-day tickets, two-day combinations and three-day passes are available through the official All Things Go website.
All Things Go @ Merriweather Post Pavilion
Friday, September 25
Gates: 3 p.m.
Pavilion Stage
- 3:50–4:25 p.m. — Stella Lefty
- 4:35–5:05 p.m. — Balu Brigada
- 5:25–6:10 p.m. — Rainbow Kitten Surprise
- 6:15–6:45 p.m. — Robby Hoffman
- 7:15–8:20 p.m. — Ethel Cain
- 9:30–11 p.m. — Mitski
Chrysalis Stage
- 3:30–3:50 p.m. — SYML
- 4–4:20 p.m. — Rico Nasty
- 4:30–5 p.m. — underscores
- 5:10–5:45 p.m. — Ninajirachi
- 6:30–7:15 p.m. — Slayyyter
- 8:20–9:20 p.m. — Magdalena Bay
Saturday, September 26
Gates: 11 a.m.
Pavilion Stage
- 11:30–11:50 a.m. — Kevin Atwater
- 12–12:30 p.m. — Love Spells
- 12:50–1:20 p.m. — Grace Ives
- 1:40–2:10 p.m. — Hemlocke Springs
- 2:30–3:15 p.m. — Rebecca Black
- 3:35–4:25 p.m. — She & Him
- 5–6 p.m. — Suki Waterhouse
- 6:45–8 p.m. — MUNA
- 9:30–11 p.m. — Hayley Williams
Chrysalis Stage
- 11:30–11:50 a.m. — Glom
- 12–12:20 p.m. — Susannah Joffe
- 12:30–1 p.m. — Zolita
- 1:20–1:50 p.m. — Haute & Freddy
- 2:10–2:55 p.m. — Naika
- 3:15–5:05 p.m. — The Beaches
- 5:45–6:45 p.m. — Del Water Gap
- 8–9:15 p.m. — Zara Larsson
Sunday, September 27
Gates: 11 a.m.
Pavilion Stage
- 11:30–11:50 a.m. — Wes Parker
- 12–12:30 p.m. — Jake Minch
- 12:50–1:20 p.m. — Tiny Habits
- 1:40–2:10 p.m. — Jensen McRae
- 2:30–3:15 p.m. — CMAT
- 3:35–4:25 p.m. — Wolf Alice
- 5–5:25 p.m. — Tinashe
- 6:45–7:15 p.m. — Remi Wolf
- 7:35–8:15 p.m. — Sierra Ferrell
- 9:30–11 p.m. — Brandi Carlile
Chrysalis Stage
- 11:30–11:50 a.m. — googly eyes
- 12–12:20 p.m. — Natalie Jinju
- 12:30–1 p.m. — Trousdale
- 1:20–1:50 p.m. — Violet Grohl
- 2:10–2:55 p.m. — Rochelle Jordan
- 3:15–4 p.m. — Ryan Beatty
- 4:20–5:05 p.m. — Flipturn
- 5:45–6:45 p.m. — Father John Misty
- 8:15–9:15 p.m. — Lola Young
