June 6-7 2026 – Toronto, Ontario
All Things Go returned to Toronto for its second Canadian edition this past weekend (June 6th and 7th 2026) at RBC Ampitheatre. Previously taking place in October, the switch to June felt especially fitting to join in on the celebration of Pride Month. Championing female and non-binary led lineups, ATG is a festival that creates a safe space for women and queer communities. In Toronto (and everywhere), having this kind of space is needed, and it is so exciting to see the ATG bring that to the city on such a large scale.
Lucky for us, the rain held out, and the weather was beautiful and sunny all weekend. It was perfect for walking around the festival grounds, grabbing a bite to eat at one of the food trucks, dancing to a DJ set at the Corona Stage, making friendship bracelets, or just hanging out on the lawn – enjoying the music and soaking up the sun.
Across two days, the weekend was filled with highly anticipated sets and electric performances from a lineup that was majority women – some fans were even dubbing the lineup “Lesbians and Del Water Gap.” ATG partners with Amplify Her Voice, who champion gender equality in the music industry and advance women’s careers in music through events, programs, and community.
SATURDAY
Rising alt-pop artist Bella Kay opened up the weekend with a bang. It was surprising that she had the first timeslot, given the huge crowd she pulled in – numerous fans were specifically attending the festival for her. Based in Orlando, Florida she recently gained traction for her song “The Sick” and newest single “iloveitiloveitiloveit.” Her set was fun, and Bella was full of charisma and confidence. ATG Toronto was her first-ever festival performance but it didn’t feel that way. The crowd was singing back every word and it the energy set the tone for the rest of the weekend.
Sofia Camara’s set was extra special because it was a hometown show for her. The pop-artist debuted her latest single “The Last Encounter” during her set, and the audience continuously showed an outpouring of love to her during songs like “Starlight” where they held up their flashlights for her, even though it was bright out. She got the entire venue dancing during a cover of Gracie Abrams’ “That’s So True,” and to close out her set, she walked along the barricade, hugging fans and signing autographs.
Next up was Holly Humberstone, who is currently on tour for her sophomore album Cruel World. She came out on stage looking as ethereal as ever, in a flowy white dress while the sound of bells tolling reverberated throughout the venue. From the sound design to the set design of green hills and tombstones, she definitely knows how to make the world of her album come to life. Holly played a lot of new tracks from Cruel World, and older tracks like “Paint My Bedroom Black” –her performance and lyrics were entirely captivating.
Rachel Chinouriri delivered a standout set from the weekend, combining fun indie pop tracks that were impossible not to dance along to and heartfelt, emotionally honest moments that resonated deeply with the audience. Rachel carries an infectious joyful energy about her which she brought to the stage and created a feel-good atmosphere throughout the venue. She played tracks from her debut album What A Devastating Turn Of Events, and everyone was on their feet during songs like “Can We Talk About Isaac?” and “Never Need Me.”
The Beaches opened up their set with the viral clip from the hit show Off Campus, and transitioned into “Edge of the Earth.” The Toronto indie-rock band know how to have a good time, and the audience partied right alongside them. To make the set even more perfect, a rainbow appeared in the sky before “Lesbian Of The Year,” prompting the crowd to cheer and take photos and videos. The band expressed how stoked they were to be on an all-women lineup for the day and to be playing at ATG, saying that they are usually the only women on lineups, and how important it was to have this festival that creates a safe space for their fans. Their set featured fan interactions and debuting tracks from their recent deluxe album, No Hard Feelings, and of course they closed with their hit, “Blame Brett.”
Kesha closed out Day 1 with an empowering set from THE FREEDOM TOUR that was both nostalgic and fresh – she opened with “TiK ToK,” declaring “We do not stand abuse in my house, so middle fingers up.” Early on, she told the audience that she re-produced all of her song specifically to perform them live, and treated the audience to performances of songs from all of her iconic, culturally defining eras. The show featured a huge production with giant set pieces and lights, dancers, and multiple outfit changes. The venue turned into a dance club and despite its grandeur, her set felt intimate in a way, like the crowd was experiencing this special moment in time with her that was a celebration of healing and freedom.
SUNDAY
Day 2 opened with a mesmerizing set from Flower Face, aka Ruby McKinnon. The Montreal-based alt-pop artist creates dark, cinematic music rooted in sharp, poetic lyricism. She played tracks from her album Girl Prometheus, alongside new tracks from an album she just finished, but has no release date yet, one of which was called “Video Tape.” She spoke about her previous headlining show at Lee’s Palace, which some fans at ATG also attended, along with her excitement to be at the festival and the rest of the lineup.
Next up was grunge-rock band Momma. Based in Brooklyn, New York, they recently released the deluxe edition of their latest album Welcome To My Blue Sky. Their set was subdued, without much dialogue in between songs, but their music spoke for itself, and headbanging ensued along to their raw rock tracks.
Canadian pop artist Jade Lemac commanded the stage with ease brought a bright, magnetic, and confident pop set to the festival. Her stage presence was amazing and she danced across the stage, singing and waving to fans for the entire set. During her song “Pink Balloon,” her devoted fans at the barricade blew up and released pink balloons into the audience, showing their love for Jade and the vulnerability in the song.
Del Water Gap’s set was an incredibly good time with upbeat tunes and perfect pop hooks and guitar riffs that kept the crowd engaged from start to finish. His set included tracks from his latest album Chasing The Chimera, and spanning throughout his discography. It was clear that the audience adored every song – it’s hard not to with relatable and reflective lyrics packaged into rocking indie tracks. He ended the set with his classic, “Ode To A Conversation Stuck In Your Throat,” while the crowd was filled with inflatable horses and beach balls, kicking them back into the crowd when they made their way back to the stage.
English indie-rockers Wet Leg delivered a fierce and fiery set that was sure to convert everyone into fans of them, if they weren’t already, of course. Fog enveloped the stage as the band opened with “catch these fists” from their latest album moisturizer, and Rhian owned the stage. They moved through popular tracks like “Wet Dream” and “Chaise Longue,” during which the crowd came even more alive. Four fans in the audience even had the band’s name painted across their chests, which earned them a shout-out from the band.
Closing out ATG Toronto was none other than Lorde, who arguably always has her finger on the pulse. Her albums become cultural moments and define generations, and her latest album Virgin is no exception. Her show featured a huge production, with moving set pieces, screens, lasers and a huge sheet that covered the entire audience on the floor during “David.” While the production was fantastic and visually striking, the best parts of her set were when the choruses hit and the crowd was dancing and losing themselves in the music. She played a mix of new and old songs, leaning into the dance and electronic atmosphere which makes her live show a ton of fun. During her set, she also praised ATG, saying it was “the coolest festival in North America.” She closed out the night with “Green Light” and “Ribs”. During the latter, she made her way through the audience to a B-stage. Hearing this song live and dancing with everyone around you brings a sense of friendship and community which perfectly encapsulated the energy of the weekend at ATG.
All in all, the second Canadian edition of ATG was a huge success, bringing together the community and celebrating with an absolutely stacked lineup of musicians. By championing women and queer artists, ATG is helping to create the changes in the industry that are needed to create safer spaces for everyone. The good news is that ATG isn’t done for 2026 yet! The festival hits New York City and Washington DC on September 25-27 2026. Check out the official website for more information.
All photos by All Things Go