Must-Catch Concerts in Toronto This August 2025 – Full Lineup & Dates

Julie Anne L.
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August is here—so if you’re already planning your nights out, this list of must-catch concerts in Toronto this August (2025) should be on your radar. After all, there’s something about live music in the summer that hits differently, and Toronto has no shortage of shows worth grabbing a ticket for.

So, take a peek at the list below, pick the concerts that match your mood, and prepare for nights that are equal parts buzzworthy and relaxed.

Event details may change, so be sure to check the official websites or social pages for the latest updates.

Top Concerts in Toronto This August 2025 – Full List & Tour Highlights

Ado – Hibana World Tour 

Photo via @ado_staff_official / Instagram 

The Japanese singer who redefined Vocaloid music with her real voice is bringing her powerful hits to the stage. So, prepare for Ado’s first-ever North American tour.

Ken Carson: The Lord Of Chaos Tour 

Photo via @kencarson / Instagram 

After dropping his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, Carson’s ready to bring the heat with high-energy tracks, insane beats, and a show you won’t forget.

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  • When: August 3, 2025
  • Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (19 Nunavut Rd, Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: https://kencarson.xyz

Katy Perry – Lifetimes Tour 

Photo via @katyperry / Instagram 

This August, get your glitter and neon ready, because Katy Perry is bringing her Lifetimes Tour to Toronto. Expect all the hits, from “Teenage Dream” to her latest album, 143, plus plenty of surprises along the way.

The Weeknd: After Hours Til Dawn Tour 

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The Weeknd is all set for his After Hours Til Dawn tour to Toronto, and you know it’s going to be massive. Plus, he’s got the production to match the hype.

  • When: August 7-8, 2025
  • Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here (Aug 7) or here (Aug 8). 
  • Website: www.theweeknd.com

Linkin Park – From Zero World Tour

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Linkin Park’s From Zero World Tour is hitting Toronto this August. You must be prepared for a mix of old and new tracks from the legends of alternative rock.

Electric Island – Summer Concert Series 

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Yep, it’s still going, and yes, it’s still worth it. Electric Island takes over the park again for two days of dancing, electronic music, and summer fun.

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Babbu Maan: The One Maan Show 

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Punjabi music legend Babbu Maan is performing live at Scotiabank Arena 9, and if you love his soulful music, this is the show for you. It’s a night of deep lyrics, heartfelt songs, and a connection with the crowd.

  • When: August 9, 2025
  • Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: https://thebabbumaan.com
  • Originally scheduled for May 17, 2025. All previously purchased tickets will be honoured for the new date.

Goo Goo Dolls – Summer Anthem Tour 

Photo via @googoodollsofficial and @lethalwithalens / Instagram 

If you grew up listening to Goo Goo Dolls, this one’s a must. Their Summer Anthem tour is coming to Toronto, and you can bet it’ll be a night full of throwbacks.

  • When: August 10, 2025
  • Where: Budweiser Stage (909 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: www.googoodolls.com 

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter VI Tour 

Photo via @liltunechi / Instagram 

Lil Wayne brings his Tha Carter VI tour to the city, and it’s going to be a banger. Expect all the hits, new and old, from the legend himself.

AJR – Somewhere in the Sky Tour 

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If you’ve never seen AJR live, you’re in for a treat this August. Their mix of indie-pop and electronic beats is perfect for a summer night of dancing and fun.

A.R. Rahman – The Wonderment Tour 

Photo via @arrahman, @perceptlive, and @arrofficialupdates / Instagram 

With breathtaking visuals and a transformative soundscape, Rahman’s show will blend technology and timeless emotion.

Styx, Kevin Cronin & Don Felder 

If classic rock is your jam, you’ll want to be at the Styx, Kevin Cronin & Don Felder show. And it’s going to be full of iconic songs, powerful performances, and plenty of nostalgia.

Little Big Town – Summer 2025 Tour 

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Kicking off a packed weekend of live music, Little Big Town lands in Toronto with an incredible country lineup. It’s a stage full of talent with Wynonna Judd, Carly Pearce, and Russell Dickerson tagging along too.

Stevie Nicks – 2025 North American Tour

Photo via @stevienicks / Instagram 

Stevie Nicks live? She’s delivering her timeless voice and iconic stage presence to Toronto for one night only. If Landslide has ever made you emotional, go grab those tickets.

Disney’s Descendants & Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour 

Photo via @dzworldscollidetour / Instagram 

Disney’s mega-popular franchises hit the stage in a high-energy, star-studded arena show. Singing along is pretty much guaranteed.

Joe Perry Project LIVE 

Photo via @joeperryofficial and @theaaronperry / Instagram 

The rock lineup keeps rolling as Aerosmith’s Joe Perry hits the stage with a powerhouse band including members of The Black Crowes and STP. You’ll witness the gritty solos, big energy, and zero frills.

  • When: August 16, 2025
  • Where: History Toronto (1663 Queen St E, Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: https://joeperry.com

Neil Young & The Chrome Hearts – Love Earth World Tour 

Photo via Live Nation

Next, Neil Young lets Toronto experience his legendary catalog over three nights. If you’re into heartfelt lyrics, electric ballads, and deep cuts, this tour is your summer sweet spot.

Chris Brown – Breezy Bowl XX 

Photo via @chrisbrownofficial / Instagram 

It’s been 20 years since Chris Brown dropped his debut, and now he’s back with a full career-spanning show. From early hits to his latest album 11:11, this tour brings all the moves and then some.

Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas– Arcadia Tour 

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Prefer banjos to bass drops? Alison Krauss & Union Station bring their bluegrass roots and Grammy-winning sound to Toronto for a soulful, stripped-back concert.

Tate McRae – Miss Possessive Tour 

Photo via @tatemcrae / Instagram 

Tate’s heading home(ish) with two Toronto shows full of emotional pop bangers and dance breaks. Her third album is already buzzing, and this tour is shaping up to be a big moment.

Jonas Brothers – JONAS20: Living the Dream Tour 

Photo via @jonasbrothers and @aliciaqca / Instagram 

Yes, it’s been 20 years. The Jonas Brothers are throwing a stadium-sized celebration at Rogers Centre with Marshmello and Boys Like Girls. If you’ve ever had a poster on your wall, you already know tickets are a must.

KIDZ BOP LIVE! – Certified BOP Tour 

For the littlest concertgoers, KIDZ BOP returns with a night of radio-friendly hits, choreographed moves, and squeals of excitement at every turn.

  • When: August 21, 2025
  • Where: Budweiser Stage (909 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: https://kidzbop.com

My Chemical Romance – The Black Parade Tour 

Photo via @mychemicalromance / Instagram

If you still know every word to Welcome to the Black Parade, this one’s non-negotiable. MCR is celebrating 20 years of their most iconic album, and they’re bringing The Pixies to Rogers Centre for a night that’s equal parts emo and epic.

Blue Rodeo – 40th Anniversary Tour 

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Forty years, 12 JUNOs, and countless Canadian road trip soundtracks later, Blue Rodeo is still going strong. This anniversary tour is dedicated to their fans and to Canadian roots rock itself.

Kailash Kher & Kailasa 

Need a musical experience that hits differently? Kailash Kher blends sufi, folk, and modern styles into something powerful and transcends borders.

  • When: August 23, 2025
  • Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website:  https://tolive.com

Nine Inch Nails – Peel It Back Tour 

Trent Reznor is back with that loud and deeply cathartic energy. NIN’s Peel It Back Tour is intense and exactly what you’d expect from one of the best live bands out there.

  • When: August 23, 2025
  • Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: https://www.nin.com

Coheed and Cambria & Taking Back Sunday 

Throwback alert. Coheed and Cambria team up with Taking Back Sunday for a night of loud guitars, deep feelings, and throw-your-arm-over-your-friend sing-alongs.

OASIS LIVE ’25

Photo via @oasis / Instagram 

It’s actually happening. Oasis is reuniting and stopping in Toronto for two massive nights. If Wonderwall lives rent-free in your head, this is your chance to belt it out.

Evangelion Wind Symphony 

Celebrate 30 years of Neon Genesis Evangelion with a full-on symphonic concert, featuring the one and only Yoko Takahashi live.

Leon Bridges & Charley Crockett – The Crooner & The Cowboy Tour 

Two Texas legends—both full of heart. Leon and Charley bring blues, soul, and rootsy swagger to Budweiser Stage for a show that feels like front-porch gold.

Above & Beyond – Bigger Than All Of Us Tour

If you want to dance, connect, and maybe cry a little, Above & Beyond’s tour is where it’s at. Their new stage setup (debuted at Coachella) is next-level.

Benson Boone – American Heart World Tour 

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This is Benson Boone’s first arena tour, and he’s not holding back. With massive vocals and emotional ballads, American Heart promises a night of high notes and high feelings.

BABYMONSTER – HELLO MONSTERS World Tour 

Photo via YG Entertainment 

MONSTIEZ and K-pop fans, get excited, BABYMONSTER is coming to Scotiabank Arena with their first-ever world tour. So, expect choreo, fan chants, and a whole lot of sparkle.

  • When: August 30, 2025
  • Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
  • Tickets: Click here.
  • Website: www.ygfamily.com

Jessie Murph – Worldwide Hysteria Tour 

Photo via @jessiemurphhh / Instagram 

Jessie Murph might only be 20, but she’s already mixing country, R&B, and alt-rock like she’s been doing this forever.

The Black Keys – No Rain, No Flowers Tour

 

After some time out of the spotlight, The Black Keys are back with fresh energy and a brand-new album. Of course, you’ll love the garage rock riffs, bluesy grit, and the right amount of “turn this up.”

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Julie Anne Loquinario

Hey, it’s Julie! Powered by coffee and cuddles from my five feline overlords, I’m always hunting down the best cafés and restos in Toronto and the GTA. When I’m not indulging in my latest food obsession, you’ll find me binge-watching shows or dreaming up my next adventure.

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