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Live Nation Canada Opens Rogers Stadium
Today Live Nation Canada celebrated the opening of Rogers Stadium, a new seasonal outdoor concert venue. With a capacity of 50,000, Rogers Stadium is the GTA’s largest purpose-built music venue and will host artists and fans from around the world.
Built as a unique open-air experience with a focus on sustainability, this temporary facility is Canada’s newest landmark concert destination, reinforcing Toronto’s reputation as must-play market on the global music scene. Rogers Stadium is located at YZD (former Downsview Airport Lands) with easy access to 400-series highways and public transit. The venue will generate thousands of jobs, boost tourism, support local businesses and inject an estimated $80-$100 million into the local economy.
“We’ve made this investment to ensure that fans in Toronto don’t miss out on world-class artists. We are witnessing a historic surge in stadium-level acts touring right now and Rogers Stadium will ensure we not only meet the demand but elevate the experience for fans,” said Erik Hoffman, President of Music, Live Nation Canada. “We are excited to bring live music to a new area in Toronto and give concertgoers a premium stadium show experience, combined with the festival feeling we know our fans enjoy.”
As part of its commitment to creating a great fan experience ingrained in sustainability, Live Nation Canada is providing free rides home on the TTC and GO Transit after all 14 shows at Rogers Stadium this summer. Following shows, fans will be able to take the subway from Sheppard West, Downsview Park and Wilson Stations as well as the GO train from Downsview Park Station. Both the TTC and Metrolinx are also running additional service on show nights to help manage crowds in the area.
Rogers is bringing the latest 5G+ technology to Rogers Stadium. Through a $5.2 million investment, the company has installed a new in-building network system and antenna infrastructure that offers coverage equivalent to 14 downtown towers.
Additionally, Rogers is enhancing the experience on-site for fans and customers. Through Rogers Beyond the Seat, a national program that delivers premier sports and entertainment experiences, Rogers customers heading on-site can enter through the exclusive Rogers Beyond the Seat entrance. Rogers is also introducing a personalized video recap called Rogers Replay where fan-generated content is combined with professional footage to deliver a completely customized digital keepsake for concertgoers. This is a first-of-its-kind fan experience for concerts in Canada.
“As Canada’s leading communications and entertainment company, Rogers is committed to delivering the best experiences to Canadians,” said Tony Staffieri, CEO, Rogers. “At Rogers Stadium, we are ensuring concertgoers have seamless connectivity and can capture memorable moments to share with friends and family.”
Statements from Government Leaders and Transit Partners
“I want to congratulate Live Nation Canada on the opening of the new Rogers Stadium, and on their partnership with the TTC and Metrolinx to provide free transit for concertgoers throughout the summer,” said Premier Doug Ford. “This is a great initiative that will help concertgoers get around safely and conveniently, all while helping boost Ontario’s growing tourism sector.”
“As Toronto welcomes artists and fans from all around the world, Rogers Stadium will provide a great new venue for concerts and improve the music experience for Torontonians,” said Mayor Olivia Chow. “We are especially excited to be partnering with Live Nation to offer free TTC rides home after concerts so people can get home safely and we reduce congestion at big events. I wish everyone a great concert experience this summer!”
“We are committed to ensuring a safe, seamless and enjoyable experience for all concertgoers at the new Rogers Stadium,” said Greg Percy, CEO of the TTC. “We’re pleased to deliver extra subway service, additional staff and clear wayfinding to ensure everyone has a reliable way to and from the shows.”
Rogers Stadium will host its first show on June 29, featuring South Korean pop band Stay Kids. For more information and future artist announcements, follow:
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MONSTA X Announce North American Dates On World Tour [THE X : NEXUS]
Global superstars MONSTA X today announced North American dates on their 2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR [THE X : NEXUS]. Promoted by Live Nation, the newly added shows kick off Saturday, October 3 in Fairfax, VA at EagleBank Arena, with stops in New York, Boston, Toronto, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping Saturday, October 24 in Seattle, WA at WAMU Theater.
The tour marks the group’s first large-scale outing in four years following their 2022 MONSTA X ‘NO LIMIT’ TOUR and first launched earlier this year with three nights at KSPO DOME in Seoul. Since debuting over a decade ago, MONSTA X have continued to evolve their sound and grow a global fanbase. Throughout [THE X : NEXUS] the group will reaffirm their reputation as trust-worthy performers, delivering their signature style with elevated live vocals and unmatched onstage chemistry.
The 2026 tour celebrates hits from across MONSTA X’s 11-year career while supporting their third full-length English album,《Unfold》released Friday, April 3. Listen to the album HERE. The 10-track project, featuring focus track ‘heal,’ and singles, ‘growing pains,’ and ‘baby blue,’ marks their first U.S. release in over four years and highlights a dynamic blend of pop and ballads.
As the first K-pop group to release three full English albums, MONSTA X continues to push the boundaries of global crossover, solidifying their place as one of the genre’s most internationally resonant acts. At its core, Unfold explores themes of healing and growth, confronting emotional challenges head-on throughout the album’s narrative.
The title [THE X : NEXUS] reflects a bond that goes beyond the long-standing connection between MONSTA X and MONBEBE (their official fanbase), signaling a deeper sense of unity and a new chapter forward. Built on more than a decade of shared growth, the tour represents a key artistic evolution and is set to further strengthen the group’s global impact.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting Tuesday, April 14 at 3pm local time at LiveNation.com.
2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR [THE X : NEXUS] NORTH AMERICA DATES:
Sat Oct 3 – Fairfax, VA – EagleBank Arena
Tue Oct 6 – New York, NY – Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden
Thu Oct 8 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Sat Oct 10 – Toronto, ON – Great Canadian Toronto
Tue Oct 13 – Rosemont, IL – Rosemont Theatre
Thu Oct 15 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
Sat Oct 17 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
Tue Oct 20 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum
Thu Oct 22 – San Francisco, CA – The Theater at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
Sat Oct 24 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater
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$UICIDEBOY$ Announce ‘Grey Day Tour’ 2026
New Orleans duo $uicideboy$ have officially announced their annual Grey Day Tour 2026, produced by Live Nation. The massive 33-date arena and amphitheatre tour has become one of the most successful rap tours in the country year after year, kicking off August 29 in Shakopee, MN at the Mystic Lake Amphitheater. The powerhouse cousins and global leaders in independent rap will bring an electrifying mix of talent including Destroy Lonely, Shoreline Mafia, Shakewell, DRAIN, Black Kray and $lim Gucci.
TICKET INFORMATION:
- Live Nation Presale begins Thursday, April 2nd @ 10am Local Time
- All Presales end Friday, April 3rd @ 9am Local Time
- General Onsale Friday, April 3rd @ 10am Local Time
- Get your tickets HERE
The Grey Day Tour has once again partnered with PLUS1 to support mental health, a cause that’s deeply important to $uicideboy$. For every ticket sold, $1 will go toward mental health initiatives and resources, continuing their efforts to give back to the community that means so much to them. More information is available at www.plus1.org. The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, access to a VIP bar throughout the night, early entry into the venue & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
Grey Day Tour 2026 follows a historic 2025 marked by the release of their album Thy Kingdom Come, which earned the duo their highest charting debut to date at #4 on the Billboard 200 and their fourth #1 on both the Hip-Hop/Rap and Independent Albums charts. They followed this success with the surprise Christmas Eve album, Thy Will Be Done. Collectively, these releases fueled a massive year that positioned $uicideboy$ as one of only two independent artists to land on Spotify’s RapCaviar Top 10 Most Streamed Rappers of 2025.
The Grey Day Tour ranked among the Top 5 most successful rap tours according to Billboard Boxscore for the past three years. In 2025, it was the #4 highest-grossing hip-hop tour, trailing only Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s Grand National Tour, Tyler the Creator’s Chromakopia Tour and Nelly’s Where The Party At Tour.
Additionally, they’ll perform at the Aftershock Festival in Sacramento on October 2, bringing their signature high-energy live show to one of the West Coast’s largest rock, punk and metal festivals.
2026 TOUR DATES:
August 29 – Shakopee, MN @ Mystic Lake Amphitheater
August 30 – Kansas City, MO @ Morton Amphitheater
September 1 – Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
September 4 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live *
September 5 – Charlotte, NC @ Truliant Amphitheater
September 6 – Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater **
September 8 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
September 10 – Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake
September 11 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
September 12 – Darien Center, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater
September 14 – Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre
September 15 – Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
September 16 – Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
September 18 – Milwaukee, WI @ American Family Insurance Amphitheater
September 19 – St Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
September 20 – Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
September 25 – Denver, CO @ Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre ***
September 26 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
September 28 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
September 29 – Ridgefield, WA @ Cascades Amphitheater
October 1 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
October 2 – Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock Festival ****
October 3 – San Bernardino, CA @ Glen Helen Amphitheater
October 4 – Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
October 6 – Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center
October 8 – Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
October 10 – Albuquerque, NM @ First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater
October 13 – Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
October 14 – New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
October 16 – Atlanta, GA @ Lakewood Amphitheater
October 17 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre *****
October 18 – Sunrise, FL @ Amerant Bank Arena *****
October 20 – Birmingham, AL @ Coca-Cola Amphitheater
• Aug 29 – Sept 25 w/Destroy Lonely, Shakewell, DRAIN, Black Kray, $lim Gucci
• Sept 26 – Oct 10 w/Shoreline Mafia, Shakewell, DRAIN, Black Kray, $lim Gucci
• Oct 13 – Oct 22 w/Destroy Lonely, Shakewell, DRAIN, Black Kray, $lim Gucci
*September 4 w/Destroy Lonely, Shakewell, $lim Gucci
**September 6 w/Destroy Lonely, Shakewell, DRAIN, $lim Gucci
***Non Live Nation date
****Festival
*****Dates without Destroy Lonely