The Best Concerts in Toronto This April (2025) You Don’t Want to Miss
Tired of singing alone in your car? It’s time to upgrade to live music mode. The must-catch concerts in Toronto this April are bringing serious heat, with artists that will have you screaming lyrics with strangers.
Big-name headliners, indie darlings, and unexpected collabs are all on deck this month.
Event details and schedules can change. Please check the official website or contact the organisers for the most up-to-date info.
Must-Catch Concerts in Toronto This April 2025
HWASA LIVE TOUR [Twits] (April 1)
K-pop fans, this one’s a no-brainer. Hwasa brings powerhouse vocals, killer stage presence, and a whole lot of attitude to Toronto. She’s got the kind of solo setlist that goes hard from start to finish.
- Where: History (1663 Queen St. East, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.historytoronto.com
The Hard Quartet (April 1)
Four indie rock legends plugging in at once? Yeah, it gets loud. Gritty riffs, chaotic solos, and a psych-rock undercurrent make this a wild ride from the first chord. Don’t go for the quiet ballads, because there aren’t any.
- Where: The Danforth Music Hall, 147 Danforth Ave., Toronto
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.thehardquartet.com
Daisy The Great – Ballerina Tour (April 2)
The harmonies hit just right, and the lyrics hit even harder. Brooklyn duo Daisy The Great blends sweet indie pop with sharp emotional depth. “The Record Player Song” will probably get stuck in your head and you won’t mind.
- Where: The Garrison (1197 Dundas Street West, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.daisythegreat.com
Alexandra Kay: Cupid’s A Cowgirl Tour (April 2)
Old-school twang with a modern edge? Alexandra Kay knows how to do it. Her vocals echo country classics, but the stories feel fresh.
- Where: The Danforth Music Hall (147 Danforth Ave., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.alexandrakayofficial.com
Connor Price – The Friends & Family Tour (April 3)
This rapper literally spun a globe to choose his next collab. Connor Price blends sharp bars with smooth beats and stories that land, no matter where you’re from. He’s internet-famous for a reason, but his live set shows the real depth.
- Where: REBEL (11 Polson St., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.connorprice.shop
Snow Patrol: North American Tour (April 3)
From indie darlings to arena mainstays, Snow Patrol knows how to soundtrack a feeling. This tour’s packed with raw vocals, emotional swells, and songs that still sting in all the right places. Bonus points if you know every word to “Chasing Cars.”
- Where: History, 1663 Queen St. East, Toronto
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.snowpatrol.com
Jeremie Albino – Our Time In The Sun Tour (April 4)
Some songs hit like a warm breeze on an open highway. That’s Jeremie Albino, mixing bluesy soul, retro country, and the kind of energy that turns bar gigs into sold-out rooms.
- Where: The Danforth Music Hall (147 Danforth Ave., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.jeremiealbino.com
Dark Side of the Moon In Concert (April 5)
Fifty years on, and Pink Floyd’s album still pulls weight. This tribute show goes all in, recreating the sonic depth and moody feel with a full band and visuals.
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tolive.com
The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others (April 6)
Blockbuster scores live? That’s cinema for your ears. The Hollywood Film Orchestra takes on Hans Zimmer’s greatest hits, like Dune, Pirates, The Dark Knight, and more.
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tolive.com
Beth Gibbons – Lives Outgrown Tour (April 6)
This one’s for the thinkers. Beth Gibbons (of Portishead) opens up with songs about grief, growth, and midlife clarity. Her voice hits like truth wrapped in smoke and that’s exactly the tone this tour leans into.
- Where: Massey Hall (178 Victoria Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.bethgibbons.net
Disturbed – Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour (April 7)
Twenty-five years later and Disturbed is still tearing it up. This anniversary show brings the heavy stuff: pounding drums, deep growls, and fists in the air. Plus, Daughtry and Nothing More are warming up the stage.
- Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.disturbed1.com
G.E.M. – I Am Gloria World Tour (April 7)
Looking for a voice that could break glass (in the best way)? G.E.M. is back with vocal fireworks, epic visuals, and chart-topping energy. Her Toronto stop might just convert new fans on the spot.
- Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (45 Manitoba Drive, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.iamgem.com / www.coca-colacoliseum.com
J Balvin – Back to the Rayo Tour (April 8)
If dancing counts as cardio, this show might hit your step goal in one night. J Balvin brings the reggaeton heat with beats you feel in your chest and visuals that go full stadium scale.
- Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.jbalvin.com
G-Eazy – Helium Tour (April 8)
Smooth talk, sharp lines, and Billboard-certified hits—G-Eazy returns with bars and style to spare. He’s bringing the swagger back to town with stories of highs, heartbreak, and hustle.
- Where: History (1663 Queen St. East, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.g-eazy.com
Heart – Royal Flush Tour (April 10)
Still got your dad’s Heart vinyl? Good—now catch the legends live. Heart is back with the same vocal fire and guitar power that made them icons, plus Lucinda Williams in the mix.
- Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (19 Nunavut Rd, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.heart-music.com
Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert (April 11–13)
The Four Nations have never sounded this good. A live orchestra plays through the animated series’ iconic score while Aang’s journey unfolds on screen. It’s nostalgic with a surround-sound upgrade.
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tolive.com
Bond Symphonic (April 12)
Shaken, stirred, and set to a live orchestra. This concert brings the drama of 007 to life. Hear themes from Skyfall, Thunderball, and Goldfinger, with full-string sections and powerhouse vocals.
- Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.roythomsonhall.mhrth.com
Kelsea Ballerini: Live On Tour (April 13)
Kelsea brings twang and tenderness to the Scotiabank Arena stage. Expect breakup ballads, stadium singalongs, and a little sparkle from Sasha Alex Sloan and MaRynn Taylor.
- Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.kelseaballerini.com
- Note: The concert was originally scheduled for February 8, 2025,. Your previously purchased tickets will be valid for the new date.
CNBLUE – Voyage Into X (April 16)
Rock meets pop in this high-energy show from the Korean band CNBLUE. They’ll play fan favourites and newer tracks, all backed by slick visuals and a tight band. So, bring your lightstick or your loudest cheer.
- Where: The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort (1133 Queens Plate Dr, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.greatcanadian.com
Gigi Leung – Somewhere in Time (April 17)
This concert feels like opening a time capsule. Gigi Leung shares songs full of memories, growth, and emotion, blending storytelling with soaring vocals.
- Where: The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort (1133 Queens Plate Dr, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.greatcanadian.com
Chilly Gonzales (April 22)
Robes, slippers, and a grand piano? Chilly Gonzales brings dry humour, sharp wit, and serious musical chops to the stage. His solo set blends storytelling with playful piano brilliance.
- Where: Massey Hall (178 Victoria Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.masseyhall.mhrth.com
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds: The Wild God Tour (April 23)
Nick Cave only needs one night to shake the city. Expect brooding ballads, dark drama, and that unmistakable Cave energy. Haunting songs and raw emotion lead the charge.
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.nickcave.com
Metallica: M72 World Tour (April 24 & 26)
Two nights, two different setlists—because Metallica doesn’t do repeats. They’re throwing down the hits, plus heavy tracks from 72 Seasons. And yes, it’s going to be loud.
- Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.metallica.com
Lucy Dacus (April 25–26)
Lucy’s back with her fourth album, Forever Is A Feeling, and the lyrics still hit like a gut punch. It’s honest, heart-forward indie rock that lingers long after the last chord.
- Where: Massey Hall (178 Victoria St, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.lucydac.us
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest in Concert (April 25–26)
That Hans Zimmer score hits differently live. The TO Live Orchestra performs the film’s full soundtrack while the movie plays in sync on the big screen.
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tolive.com
Hekayti: A Concert of Stories (April 27)
Hekayti means “My Story” in Arabic, and that’s exactly what you’ll hear. Spoken word, music, and storytelling come together for an evening grounded in identity and personal truth.
- Where: Aga Khan Museum (77 Wynford Drive, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.agakhanmuseum.org
NAO: 2025 NAO Tour (April 27)
NAO brings her soulful, genre-bending sound to town—what she calls “wonky funk.” It’s equal parts groove, emotion, and cosmic energy. You’ll move, but also feel something shift.
- Where: History (1663 Queen St. East, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.thisnao.com
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