Toronto's Summer Concert Lineup: Big Names and Ticket Prices

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This summer, Toronto's concert lineup promises to deliver some of the biggest names in the music industry. With the highly-anticipated VELD Music Festival kicking off the month of August, followed by a slew of other notable shows, including Oasis' long-awaited return and The Weeknd's two-night take over of the Rogers Centre. The variety of performances will cater to diverse tastes, from electronic dance music to classic rock, hip-hop, and pop. From August 1st to the 31st, fans can expect to enjoy a range of concerts that showcase the city's vibrant music scene.

Key Takeaways:

  • VELD Music Festival will feature Deadmau5, Tiësto, John Summit, Alesso, Meduza, and others from August 1 to 3 at Downsview Park, with ticket prices ranging from $254 to $347 for general admission day passes and $433 for a festival pass.
  • Katy Perry will perform at the Scotiabank Arena on August 5 and 6, with ticket prices starting at $134 on Ticketmaster.
  • The Weeknd will take over the Rogers Centre on August 7 and 8, with ticket prices starting at $208 on Ticketmaster.
  • Linkin Park will perform at the Scotiabank Arena on August 8, with ticket prices starting at $304 on Ticketmaster.
  • Electric Island will showcase various artists, including KSHMR, at Woodbine Park and Fort York from August 8 to 11, with ticket prices starting at $94 on TicketWeb.
  • Lil Wayne will perform at the Budweiser Stage on August 11, with ticket prices starting at $107 on Ticketmaster.
  • Erykah Badu and Stevie Nicks will perform at the History and Scotiabank Arena, respectively, on August 15, with Stevie Nicks' ticket prices starting at $235 on Ticketmaster.

Statistics:

  • Ticket prices for the VELD Music Festival range from $254 to $347 for general admission day passes and $433 for a festival pass.
  • Katy Perry's concerts at the Scotiabank Arena will have ticket prices starting at $134 on Ticketmaster.
  • The Weeknd's two-night performance at the Rogers Centre will have ticket prices starting at $208 on Ticketmaster.
  • Electric Island will feature various performances with ticket prices starting at $94 on TicketWeb.
  • Lil Wayne's performance at the Budweiser Stage will have ticket prices starting at $107 on Ticketmaster.
  • Stevie Nicks' performance at the Scotiabank Arena will have ticket prices starting at $235 on Ticketmaster.

Sources:

  • [Source 1: Itai Buenahora; Torontocom]
  • [Source 2: Ticket prices reflect the cost at the time of writing on July 22.]