Toronto, ON

Departure Festival + Conference

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Departure Festival + Conference brings live music to Toronto, Ontario with an All Ages door policy. Canadian Music Week Reimagined. The festival takes place in early May. Artists working in All Genres fit Departure Festival + Conference’s stated range. Departure Festival + Conference accepts booking inquiries through the venue’s online form. The available PA and production support at Departure Festival + Conference are not confirmed; settle those requirements before accepting the date. Artists should confirm Departure Festival + Conference’s final schedule and show-specific deal before publishing the date. Departure Festival + Conference’s stated song policy is all song types. Show inquiries for Departure Festival + Conference are handled by its talent buyer function.

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All Ages
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All Genres
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M5J 1A6, Canada
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