We’ve officially reached the tail-end of the dog days of summer — but if there’s anything to take away from this week’s lineup of concerts you can’t miss coming to the 416, it’s that Toronto’s not letting the open-air season go without a fight. As the days shorten, TLC, Arlo Parks (pictured above), Don Toliver and more are scheduled to light up the night.
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Don Toliver with Chase B
Scotiabank Arena, August 31
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Considering the name of the rapper’s latest album, you can pretty much guarantee that his performance at Scotiabank Arena will be high OCTANE.
TLC and Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue
RBC Amphitheatre, September 2
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As the ancient proverb goes, don’t go chasing waterfalls. Why not stick to the Lake Ontario that you’re used to, and head down to the waterfront for the ultimate girls’ night: a triple bill of three of the most iconic girl groups of the ’90s at RBC Amphitheatre.
Born at Midnite with Harmony Syndrome
The Drake Underground, September 3
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Judgment day is upon us, and you’ve been sentenced to Eternal BAM Nation. Party hard with the Montreal duo at the Drake like it’s the rapture!
Arlo Parks with Baird
History, September 4
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British singer-songwriter Arlo Parks pivoted to vibe-y mid-tempo dance music on her latest record, Ambiguous Desire. There’s absolutely nothing ambiguous about the desire these songs compel to be experienced live in a room full of people.
CNE
August 21–September 6
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Let’s go to the Ex! If the zany food offerings and their AI-generated posters weren’t enough, the CNE Bandshell is calling your name. For the price of admission, you can see Charlotte Day Wilson, JoJo, Finger Eleven, Tom Cochrane, Silverstein and more perform between now and September 6.