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All Your Friends Fest 2025 – Day One Recap & Photos
Burl’s Creek, Ontario – Saturday, June 28
In its second year, All Your Friends Fest brought the nostalgia and rocked Burl’s Creek for two incredible days. The two-day festival kicked off with a cloudy sky, singalongs, and a crowd ready to relive the glory days of emo, punk, and alt-rock with a fresh 2025 twist.
The festival grounds were packed early, with fans sporting vintage band tees, eyeliner, and studded belts. Groups of friends took turns snapping photos in front of a giant guitar sculpture by Briony Douglas, an art piece that fans can catch again at Boots and Hearts later this summer. It was a clear crowd favourite and a backdrop for more than a few group selfies and DIY photo shoots.
Music kicked off on the Second Stage with Canada’s own Faber Drive, who brought early 2000s pop-rock charm with a tight, upbeat set. They hit all the nostalgic notes, getting the crowd moving and singing along.
The first Main Stage act was Winona Fighter, a relatively new band based in Nashville, TN. After finishing their pre-show rituals on stage, frontwoman Coco Kinnon brought the crowd to a frenzy with her screaming vocals and high energy. Think early Paramore energy, but messier and weirder, in a good way. They’ve been grinding the DIY circuit and are finally getting some bigger festival love.
Four Year Strong were next in the lineup, taking the Second Stage. The American pop-punk band wasted no time in involving the fans. There was no easing into their set. The pit opened up immediately, and the moshing never stopped. Crowd surfers came in waves, hoisted up by strangers with grins on their faces.
Canadian indie rockers, Moneen, would take the main stage at 4:15pm. High flying kicks, guitars swinging, Moneen put on a great show and had passionate fans yelling every word. They might not be a household name, but their following is loud for a reason.
The Starting Line kept the pace on the Second Stage, leaning into their classics and not letting a bass guitar strap mishap stop the fun. Frontman Kenny Vasoli laughed it off and kept the show running, never missing a beat.
Donning leather jackets, cigarettes and dark shades, Boys Like Girls entered the main stage to a roaring crowd. From newer music to their classics, including “The Great Escape” and “Love Drunk”, the fans loved it. It was a great pick for anyone who needs a little drama with their pop.
All the way from Down Under (Australia), The Veronicas took the stage as the sun was setting. The pop duo twins whipped out the guitar and got the crowd dancing. Their live set was a little chaotic, a little camp, and always very fun. Their top hits “Untouched” and “4ever” had everyone jumping, as expected.
The American rock band Underoath brought the intensity to the Main Stage. Lead singer Spencer Chamberlain encouraged crowd surfers to surf up to stage for a high five, which the crowd happily obliged. From moshing, crowd surfing to screaming vocals, their setlist had it all.
The finale for All Your Friends Fest Day One was hard rockers Rise Against. Formed in 1999, with nine albums and a tenth on the way, Rise Against played a wide variety of their discography. From “Prayer of the Refugee” to “Satellite,” fans were not disappointed. Lead singer Tim McIlrath took a moment during their set to express their love for their Canadian fans, as well as Canadian rock bands such as Billy Talent and Alexisonfire. One of the highlights was the band taking to the time halfway through their set to perform some acoustic songs such as “Swing Life Away” and “Hero of War.” They continued playing their hard rocking hits, with smoke and pyro going off the entire night. It was an incredible atmosphere and an incredible way to end off Day One of All Your Friends Fest.
Stay tuned for our review & photos of Day Two!
Check out our favourite photos of Day 1 below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
RISE AGAINST
UNDEROATH
THE VERONICAS
BOYS LIKE GIRLS
THE STARTING LINE
MONEEN
FOUR YEAR STRONG
WINONA FIGHTER
FABER DRIVE
CROWD
All Photo Credit: Kieran Delport
Festivals
All Things Go NYC Announce 2026 Lineup with Zara Larsson, Brandi Carlile, MUNA, Lola Young, Carly Rae Jepsen, and More
All Things Go Festival is heading back to Forest Hills Stadium this fall with one of its biggest New York lineups yet.
The festival announced the full roster for its third New York edition today, with headliners including Zara Larsson, Brandi Carlile, MUNA, Lola Young, and Carly Rae Jepsen. Larsson’s appearance marks her first-ever headline festival set.
Set across three days on Sept. 25, 26, and 27, the festival continues its tradition of mixing major pop acts with rising artists and internet favorites. The 2026 lineup features names like The Beaches, Rebecca Black, Cara Delevingne, CMAT, Jensen McRae, Hemlocke Springs, and Sienna Spiro. Comedian and musician Meg Stalter joins the lineup as one of the festival’s more unexpected additions.
Returning artist Lola Young teased her comeback in a statement, saying, “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.”
MUNA, longtime festival favorites, shared their excitement about returning to New York for a headlining slot, calling All Things Go “one of our favorite festivals to play” and joking, “let’s go, lesbians!”
Over the last few years, All Things Go has built a reputation for its fan-focused atmosphere and strong sense of inclusivity. Fans online have affectionately nicknamed the festival “Gay-chella,” “All Things Gay,” and “Lesbopalooza,” reflecting the event’s large LGBTQ+ fanbase and welcoming community vibe.
Tickets go on sale with a fan presale beginning Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m. ET, followed by the public onsale Thursday, May 21. Single-day tickets start at $99, with three-day passes starting at $225. More information here.
The New York announcement follows a busy stretch for the festival brand. Earlier this month, All Things Go unveiled the 2026 Washington, D.C. lineup at Merriweather Post Pavilion featuring artists like Hayley Williams, Mitski, and Brandi Carlile. Meanwhile, the Toronto edition is set for June 6 and 7 at RBC Amphitheatre with headliners including Lorde, Kesha, Wet Leg, and The Beaches.
Friday September 25
Zara Larsson
Lola Young
Rebecca Black
Cara Delevingne
Blue DeTiger
Chloe Qisha
Gates 2PM
Saturday September 26
Brandi Carlile
Sienna Spiro
CMAT
Jensen McRae
Meg Stalter
Natali Jinju
Gates 2PM
Sunday September 27
MUNA
Carly Rae Jepsen
The Beaches
Hemlocke Springs
Grace Ives
Cherry Bomb
Gates 2PM
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All Things Go Toronto 2026 Reveals Daily Schedule Ahead of June Festival Weekend
All Things Go Toronto 2026 has officially shared the daily schedule for its 2026 edition, giving fans a closer look at how the weekend at RBC Amphitheatre will unfold on June 6 and 7.
The festival, which expanded into Toronto in 2025 after building a strong following in the United States, is bringing a lineup packed with indie pop, alternative, and rising Canadian talent. Doors for both days open at 2:00 p.m.
Saturday’s lineup is headlined by Kesha, who closes out the night with a set running from 9:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Before that, hometown favourites The Beaches will take over the stage from 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. The day will also feature performances from Rachel Chinouriri, Holly Humberstone, Sofia Camara, and Bella Kay.
Sunday shifts into a more indie-rock-heavy close with Lorde headlining from 9:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The lead-up includes a stacked evening featuring Wet Leg and Del Water Gap. Earlier in the day, fans can catch sets from Jade LeMac, MOMMA, and Flower Face.
The schedule reveal arrives after months of anticipation surrounding the festival’s Toronto return. Lorde’s appearance comes during a major stretch for the singer following renewed live activity and growing excitement around her next era, while Kesha continues her recent comeback run that has leaned into a more independent and celebratory direction onstage.
With set times now locked in, fans can officially start planning their festival weekend, whether that means camping out for barricade spots, bouncing between artists, or preparing for what could easily become one of Toronto’s biggest music weekends of the summer.
Find more information on the All Things Go Toronto website.