ICFF Special Program · A Music Celebration

TO the Beat.
Every summer · Outdoor Live Music.

A celebration of the diversity and vibrancy of Toronto's incredible music scene — bringing together artists from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and musical styles. Come together, dance, and experience the sounds of the city, live and outdoors.

Every summerFree admission

Distillery DistrictToronto, ON

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About the Program

A free concert series celebrating Toronto's incredible music scene.

TO = Toronto

The Beat = The rhythm of every culture

A City of Sound

TO the Beat is a free concert series that celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of Toronto's incredible music scene. The festival brings together artists from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and musical styles, reflecting the rich mosaic of communities that call Toronto home.

From global rhythms to homegrown talent, TO the Beat invites everyone to come together, dance, and experience the sounds of the city — live and outdoors.

The name TO the Beat carries a dual meaning: "TO" as Toronto, and "the beat" as the rhythm that runs through different cultures, traditions, and stories across our city.