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SUMMARY:Union Samples : Greenhouse
DESCRIPTION:Hours may vary or be cut short due to sample availability
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/union-samples-greenhouse-2/
LOCATION:Bay Union Samples Kiosk\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Samples
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T173000
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SUMMARY:Monday Blues : Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley
DESCRIPTION:Ease into your week with two shows of Blues music\, showcasing a range of artists. The Toronto Blues Society (TBS) is a non-profit charity committed to promoting and preserving the right legacy of the blues. As we celebrate 40 years of championing this vibrant genre\, we continue to honor its roots while inspiring future generations \nWhen Diana Braithwaite sings\, you hear passion\, with sultry stories of life beautifully expressed through music. Born in Toronto\, Braithwaite is a descendant of the Wellington County pioneers in Canada. With roots in the southern United States her ancestors escaped slavery through the Underground Railroad and lived for four generations in Wellington County\, the first African-Canadian pioneer settlement in Ontario. Dubbed “a national treasure” by BLUZ-FM’s Radio host Danny Marks\, Diana Braithwaite combines elements from Dinah Washington\, Koko Taylor\, Esther Phillips and others to create her own unique appealing and expressive blues style. \nEntertaining audiences around the world\, leave the daily grind behind when you experience Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteleys infectious\, feel good\, live up tempo blues show with band. \nInsta: @braithwaitewhiteleyxo
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/diana-braithwaite-chris-whiteley/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T183000
DTSTAMP:20250722T201149Z
CREATED:20250722T201149Z
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SUMMARY:Union Beats - sponsored by TD - DJ OTR
DESCRIPTION:July’s Resident DJ is DJ OTR! \nUnion Beats\, sponsored by TD was established as Union’s DJ program in 2018 and is a great way to enliven new spaces at Union. The popularity of the program\, support from TD and our music partnerships in the city\, has led to its growth over the past few years. In addition to supporting emerging artists\, we also work with established and well-known DJ’s in the city and internationally. You never know who you may catch spinning at Union! \nUnion works alongside our partners\, The Remix Project who help us select and curate a “DJ of the month”. Find out more about each artist through their profile on our website and help support local talent! Look out for their performances\, which will pop up in various locations around the station to bring you some fresh energy on your commute\, on your way to a game\, or meeting up with friends. \nGrowing up in a Jamaican household I was influenced by DJ mixes that my dad would play from groups like Stonelove. \nDereshean Jarrett\, better known as OTR\, is an audio engineer\, DJ & producer based in Toronto\, ON. His journey in music started at a young age with his first love for DJing; which then transitioned into producing\, where he continued his learning at Toronto school ‘Trebas’. He continued on the engineering path and was accepted into ‘The Remix Project’ under the Recording Arts program. He has since built up his resume to work with a number of artists and companies\, notably\, Jhené Aiko\, DVSN\, COLORS Studios\, Mercedes-Benz Canada\, Reebok Canada and many more. \nInsta: @mixedbyotr \nThurs July 24- Union Market –  11:30am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm \nTues July 28   – Food Court – 11:30am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/union-beats-sponsored-by-td-dj-otr-2/2025-07-28/2/
LOCATION:Union Market\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:TD Union Beats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T130000
DTSTAMP:20250704T161648Z
CREATED:20250611T182353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T161648Z
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SUMMARY:Contemporary  Indigenous : Graeme Jonez
DESCRIPTION:Our Indigenous Spotlight Series highlights top contemporary Indigenous music artists on the scene. Meriläinen Müsic Inc.\, founded by Marc and Laura Meriläinen\, is a majority Indigenous owned full-service record label providing professional music industry services to emerging and established artists. Meriläinen Müsic Inc. is committed to advancing and promoting the careers and opportunities within the music industry for all artists while also specializing in serving the Indigenous Artist community. \nReturning to Union – Graeme Jonez is a First Nations indie roots-rock artist and songwriter. A natural storyteller\, Jonez’s music is shaped by his Anishinaabe culture\, poetic lyricism and vintage musical influences. \nA member of the Sheguiandah First Nation on Manitoulin Island\, Jonez is a Downie Wenjack Fund Artist Ambassador\, a member of the Verified Indigenous Performer (VIP) program and an alumni of Manitoba Music’s Indigenous Music Residency. The Toronto-based artist has a sophomore album set for release this summer. \n \n 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/graeme-jonez/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T133000
DTSTAMP:20250722T201149Z
CREATED:20250722T201149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T201149Z
UID:19210-1753702200-1753709400@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Union Beats - sponsored by TD - DJ OTR
DESCRIPTION:July’s Resident DJ is DJ OTR! \nUnion Beats\, sponsored by TD was established as Union’s DJ program in 2018 and is a great way to enliven new spaces at Union. The popularity of the program\, support from TD and our music partnerships in the city\, has led to its growth over the past few years. In addition to supporting emerging artists\, we also work with established and well-known DJ’s in the city and internationally. You never know who you may catch spinning at Union! \nUnion works alongside our partners\, The Remix Project who help us select and curate a “DJ of the month”. Find out more about each artist through their profile on our website and help support local talent! Look out for their performances\, which will pop up in various locations around the station to bring you some fresh energy on your commute\, on your way to a game\, or meeting up with friends. \nGrowing up in a Jamaican household I was influenced by DJ mixes that my dad would play from groups like Stonelove. \nDereshean Jarrett\, better known as OTR\, is an audio engineer\, DJ & producer based in Toronto\, ON. His journey in music started at a young age with his first love for DJing; which then transitioned into producing\, where he continued his learning at Toronto school ‘Trebas’. He continued on the engineering path and was accepted into ‘The Remix Project’ under the Recording Arts program. He has since built up his resume to work with a number of artists and companies\, notably\, Jhené Aiko\, DVSN\, COLORS Studios\, Mercedes-Benz Canada\, Reebok Canada and many more. \nInsta: @mixedbyotr \nThurs July 24- Union Market –  11:30am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm \nTues July 28   – Food Court – 11:30am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/union-beats-sponsored-by-td-dj-otr-2/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Union Market\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:TD Union Beats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T170000
DTSTAMP:20250704T203819Z
CREATED:20250704T203819Z
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SUMMARY:Viral Hepatitis Care Network
DESCRIPTION:July 28th is World Hepatitis Day! \nStop by Union Station’s Bay Samples Kiosk for a chance to learn more about the efforts we are making to eliminate viral hepatitis and help generate awareness on this significant day! Our team will be handing out treats\, pamphlets with information\, and there will be a chance to win some exciting prizes! \n 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/viral-hepatitis-care-network/
LOCATION:Bay Union Samples Kiosk\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Samples
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250727T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250727T200000
DTSTAMP:20250716T152937Z
CREATED:20250606T203126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T152937Z
UID:18426-1753639200-1753646400@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:The Rudy Ray Show presents Chmstry
DESCRIPTION:Each week\, Rudy Ray configures a new band that explores the world of jazz. Rudy Ray is a talented Ghanaian musician and neuroscientist\, fostering traditional values with a modern flair\, creating art that speaks to the heart of the people. He has performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in the music industry\, contributing his work to major motion pictures\, television shows\, and commercials. Rudy Ray & Co are his band configurations sparking up pure and energetic shows whenever they hit a stage to perform. \nChmstry is a genre-bending night of original music from CHMST\, fusing trumpet and hip hop. \n \n 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/the-rudy-ray-show-chemistry/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250727T140000
DTSTAMP:20250703T173724Z
CREATED:20250611T205523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T173724Z
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SUMMARY:Brass and Brunch : SHOUT! The Band
DESCRIPTION:Brunch lovers unite! Elevate your Sunday brunch with the sounds of the Big Easy to kick off your day. \nFormed in early 2019\, SHOUT! the band began as a small brass band in Toronto\, made up of students from the University of Toronto and Humber College. These early “guerilla concerts”\, featuring only a handful of horns\, quickly exploded as the band grew in both size and popularity\, with SHOUT! expanding to a full 12 piece band\, garnering international attention for their iconic sound and infectious energy. SHOUT!’s iconic sound comes from shared roots\, and love for New Orleans music and culture\, mixed with a diverse and eclectic range of musical and cultural backgrounds; combining the roots of jazz and western popular music\, with harmonic and rhythmic techniques borrowed from all across Asia\, Africa\, Eastern Europe\, and South America. \nInsta: @shout_theband\nFacebook: @shoutbrass
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/shout-the-band-3/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T220000
DTSTAMP:20250703T173830Z
CREATED:20250701T165526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T173830Z
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SUMMARY:Day Party with SPEXDABOSS
DESCRIPTION:Make Union Summer your first Saturday stop! Get your evening going with a rotation of live music\, themed weekly to set the right vibe! Canada’s Reggae Ambassador SPEXDABOSS — host of Riddim Track\, the only reggae show on commercial radio in Canada for 30 years — brings his legendary sound to life at Union Station for RIDDIM TRACK LIVE\, a high-energy reggae and dancehall block party happening Saturday\, July 26 from 6–10PM!
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/day-party-with-spexdaboss/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T163000
DTSTAMP:20250704T155404Z
CREATED:20250701T155715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T155404Z
UID:18759-1753540200-1753547400@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Junior Dance Party with Toronto DJ Academy
DESCRIPTION:July 12 – DJ R$B \nJuly 26 – DJ Noori Beatz \nAugust 9 – DJ Anya & DJ Zayna \nIt’s a party! This family friendly DJ dance party is the perfect afternoon activity for kids by kids! Catch the next top talents right on the TD Stage at Union Summer. \nThis program is in partnership with the Toronto DJ Academy.
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/18755/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T133000
DTSTAMP:20250704T161745Z
CREATED:20250630T164618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T161745Z
UID:18729-1753533000-1753536600@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Symphonies with The Royal Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Take a breather and enjoy the melodious sounds of classical-inspired music. This lineup of musicians are programmed in partnership with RCM. The Royal Conservatory is the only national organization dedicated to developing human potential through the power of music and the arts. Through a globally respected curriculum delivered by teachers across North America\, it provides a system of graduated study in music and speech arts. At our Toronto campus\, exceptional faculty teach and train students of all ages\, from recreational musicians to the world’s leading professional artists. Along with presenting world-class performances in three venues\, including the acclaimed Koerner Hall\, The Royal Conservatory is shaping a more creative\, connected\, and inspired society. \nToday’s Musicians are : \nJames Coole-Stevenson and David Baik
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/james-coole-stevenson-and-david-baik/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T210000
DTSTAMP:20250703T181553Z
CREATED:20250611T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T181553Z
UID:18575-1753466400-1753477200@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Soul Sessions : The 99's
DESCRIPTION:Soul Fridays bring the best Soul\, RnB and other big bands to the TD Stage. Come ready to sing\, dance and start your weekend off on the perfect note. \nThe 99s are a team of talented musicians unified by their shared love of timeless chart topping hits\, their dynamic stage presence\, and their ability to pack the dance floor. With a set list packed of pop\, rock and R&B favourites from the 70s through the 00s\, it’s as impossible to know what’s coming next as it is to not to shout-sing along to every word. \nInsta: wearethe99s
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/the-99s-2/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T153000
DTSTAMP:20250703T181707Z
CREATED:20250612T144359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T181707Z
UID:18602-1753443000-1753457400@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Best of Union Beats : DJ TWXLL
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing our favourite DJ’s from our indoor Union Beats program to the patio! Get your weekend groove on early\, or take your work to the patio for some tunes. \nMy love for music had me collecting music from an early age.\nTWXLL is an open-format DJ hailing from Scarborough. He has played all over the GTA and has been behind the decks for many artists. He’s known for playing high-intensity sounds and loves to play a wide range of music\, from Hip Hop to Afrobeats to Dancehall. He is a multifaceted creative with the objective of sharing his love of music through his various ventures such as writing\, DJing and event planning. \nInsta: @twxll
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/dj-twxll/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T203000
DTSTAMP:20250703T181820Z
CREATED:20250701T165308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T181820Z
UID:18781-1753376400-1753389000@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Social Dance Night: Bollywood Dance Lesson
DESCRIPTION:Hoping to show off your moves or learn some new ones? Look no further than our social dance nights. Each week\, specialized instructors will lead a half hour dance lesson – everything from vogue to salsa\, line dancing and more – followed by an open dance floor with a DJ or live band! \nJoin us for a night of Bollywood Dance with Jadoo Entertaiment and DJ Laila. Jadoo Entertainment is a dance company located in Mississauga since 2009; originated in Philadelphia\, PA. in 2004.Throughout the past 7 years\, it has evolved to become one of the most popular Bollywood dance teams in the GTA gaining momentum and receiving acclaim at numerous festivals and events\, such as Mississauga’s Mosaic Cultural Festival\, and Toronto’s Panorama “India Day” Festival\, as well as numerous weddings and conferences. With a team that considers dance as their passion\, Jadoo has strived to accomplish its goal to take Bollywood dancing to a whole new level\, fuelled by their passion to be the best and to create magic \nSchedule: \n5:00pm – 6:00pm – DJ Laila \n6:00pm – 6:30pm – Free dance lesson \n6:30pm – 8:30pm – DJ Laila \nPlus surprise performances throughout the evening!
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/social-dance-night-bollywood/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T153000
DTSTAMP:20250703T181907Z
CREATED:20250611T195202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T181907Z
UID:18549-1753356600-1753371000@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Best of Union Beats : Just Jenneh
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing our favourite DJ’s from our indoor Union Beats program to the patio! Get your weekend groove on early\, or take your work to the patio for some tunes. \nJust Jenneh is an emerging DJ from Toronto\, Canada taking the world by storm. Through her carefully curated mixes and diverse sets\, her ability to seamlessly fuse various genres has quickly made her a fan favourite around the city and online. With the help of YouTube and mentorship from fellow DJs\, the self-taught artist aims to cement her footprint in the music scene and entertainment industry. \nInsta: @justjenneh
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/just-jenneh-2/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T133000
DTSTAMP:20250722T201149Z
CREATED:20250722T201149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T201149Z
UID:19209-1753356600-1753363800@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Union Beats - sponsored by TD - DJ OTR
DESCRIPTION:July’s Resident DJ is DJ OTR! \nUnion Beats\, sponsored by TD was established as Union’s DJ program in 2018 and is a great way to enliven new spaces at Union. The popularity of the program\, support from TD and our music partnerships in the city\, has led to its growth over the past few years. In addition to supporting emerging artists\, we also work with established and well-known DJ’s in the city and internationally. You never know who you may catch spinning at Union! \nUnion works alongside our partners\, The Remix Project who help us select and curate a “DJ of the month”. Find out more about each artist through their profile on our website and help support local talent! Look out for their performances\, which will pop up in various locations around the station to bring you some fresh energy on your commute\, on your way to a game\, or meeting up with friends. \nGrowing up in a Jamaican household I was influenced by DJ mixes that my dad would play from groups like Stonelove. \nDereshean Jarrett\, better known as OTR\, is an audio engineer\, DJ & producer based in Toronto\, ON. His journey in music started at a young age with his first love for DJing; which then transitioned into producing\, where he continued his learning at Toronto school ‘Trebas’. He continued on the engineering path and was accepted into ‘The Remix Project’ under the Recording Arts program. He has since built up his resume to work with a number of artists and companies\, notably\, Jhené Aiko\, DVSN\, COLORS Studios\, Mercedes-Benz Canada\, Reebok Canada and many more. \nInsta: @mixedbyotr \nThurs July 24- Union Market –  11:30am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm \nTues July 28   – Food Court – 11:30am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/union-beats-sponsored-by-td-dj-otr-2/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Union Market\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:TD Union Beats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T193000
DTSTAMP:20250704T162024Z
CREATED:20250611T193331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T162024Z
UID:18535-1753291800-1753299000@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Global Music : Akawui ESENCIA
DESCRIPTION:Let’s go global! For more than two decades\, Small World Music has been celebrating cultural diversity and showcasing a range of local\, domestic\, and international talent to audiences across the Greater Toronto Area. Our vision goes beyond simply presenting culturally-diverse artists to include finding ways of working with\, showcasing\, and supporting underrepresented\, marginalized\, and newcomer professionals onstage and behind the scenes to encourage sustainable careers\, and become a leader in the music industry. \nAkawui is a Canadian songwriter-composer-performer of Chilean and Mapuche Indigenous origin. He was introduced to South American folk music at a very young age. It is through that experience\, as well as his Indigenous cultural heritage that his musical blending is inspired. Performing most often in Spanish\, Akawui has found a unique sound in Latin/alternative/urban music. It fuses hip-hop\, rock\, elements of electronic music as well as folk songs and sounds from around the world. For urban alternative music lovers of the world\, this artist unifies the tribal with the modern. His texts carry a committed message that tells the reality of various communities and highlights the human condition. On stage\, Akawui offers a dynamic performance\, both powerful and tender. \nInsta: @akawui
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/akawui-esencia/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20250716T202609Z
CREATED:20250625T181228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T202609Z
UID:18516-1753272000-1753275600@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Spotlight on Women : Lady Son
DESCRIPTION:Explore a lineup of women in music with a roster of Toronto’s top female talent. This program is in partnership with City Hall Live\, a City of Toronto programin that City Hall Live creates paid opportunities for local bands and provides live music accessibly for residents and visitors. \nAlready well-known to Canadian global and Latin music lovers as her Afro-Cuban alter ego\, Lady Son\, Lady Yetunde has embarked on a new phase in her creative journey\, taking greater artistic risks as she follows her passion for Cuban music back to its original roots in Africa. Incorporating diverse pan-African genres and styles such as highlife\, Afrobeat and soukous with Western funk\, R&B\, and pop\, Afrika Libre is inspired by influences such as Fela Kuti\, Papa Wemba\, Folli Ipupa\, Peter Gabriel\, James Brown\, Youssou N’dour\, Cheb Mami\, Khaled\, Angelique Kidjo\, and King Sunny Ade. \nInsta: @lady_yetunde \n \n 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/lady-yetunde/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T190000
DTSTAMP:20250618T160312Z
CREATED:20250605T134853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T160312Z
UID:18289-1753254000-1753297200@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Union samples : Simply Spiked
DESCRIPTION:Sip into Summer with Simply Spiked\, a line of bold & full-flavoured spiked juices crafted from the juice experts at Simply®. Try Simply Spiked Lemonade\, Simply Spiked Peach or the newly launched Simply Spiked Limeade made with 5% real fruit juice and bursting with refreshing & delicious flavour.\nHours may vary or be cut short due to sample availability\n19+ only\, physical government-issued ID required
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/union-samples-simply-spiked-3/
LOCATION:Bay Union Samples Kiosk\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Samples
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T193000
DTSTAMP:20250721T155515Z
CREATED:20250701T162650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T155515Z
UID:18779-1753205400-1753212600@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Activity Night : Broadway Musical Sing-along
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get social! \nOn July 22nd\, join us for a Musical Sing-along – unleash your inner Elphaba\, belt to some Broadway classics\, or show off you skills with a Hamilton rendition. This evening brings the bright lights to the Union Summer patio. \nBring your friends\, partner\, family or co-workers down to Union Summer for a night of social fun. Rotating between Musical Bingo\, Craft Nights\, sing-alongs and more\, this patio is a great place to meet friends or make some new ones. *pre-registration is required for paint nights. \nWith help from some wonderful performers \nChristoph Ibrahim IG : christophib \nDiana Bird and Michael MacDonald \n  \n 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/musical-sing-along/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T133000
DTSTAMP:20250704T162101Z
CREATED:20250701T144624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T162101Z
UID:18497-1753183800-1753191000@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:TD Music: Blue Jays Edition with DJ Jed
DESCRIPTION:Join us for TD Music Tuesday at Union Summer with DJ Jed Harper and special guest George Springer! Catch a live set by official DJ of the Toronto Blue Jays\, Jed Harper from 11:30AM–1:30PM\, plus a music discussion and surprise moments with Toronto Blue Jays star George Springer.
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/td-music-blue-jays-edition-with-dj-jed/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250722T190000
DTSTAMP:20250618T160351Z
CREATED:20250605T133927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T160351Z
UID:18287-1753167600-1753210800@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Union Samples : Simply Spiked
DESCRIPTION:Sip into Summer with Simply Spiked\, a line of bold & full-flavoured spiked juices crafted from the juice experts at Simply®. Try Simply Spiked Lemonade\, Simply Spiked Peach or the newly launched Simply Spiked Limeade made with 5% real fruit juice and bursting with refreshing & delicious flavour.\nHours may vary or be cut short due to sample availability\n19+ only\, physical government-issued ID required
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/union-samples-simply-spiked-2/
LOCATION:Bay Union Samples Kiosk\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Samples
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T193000
DTSTAMP:20250704T162919Z
CREATED:20250611T183317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T162919Z
UID:18484-1753119000-1753126200@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Monday Blues : Miss Emily
DESCRIPTION:Ease into your week with two shows of Blues music\, showcasing a range of artists. The Toronto Blues Society (TBS) is a non-profit charity committed to promoting and preserving the righ legacy of the blues. As we celebrate 40 years of championing this vibrant genre\, we continue to honour its roots while inspiring future generations \nMiss Emily’s voice has got to be heard to be believed – raw\, expressive\, transitioning flawlessly from a plaintive cry to a sonorous growl\, weaving blues\, country and rock while she does it. Miss Emily is unafraid to dig deep when she sings\, tackling big\, messy feelings in her songs – and you can feel it in every note.\n– Rob Baker (The Tragically Hip) \nInsta: @themissemily
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/miss-emily/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T130000
DTSTAMP:20250704T163137Z
CREATED:20250611T181846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T163137Z
UID:18473-1753099200-1753102800@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Contemporary  Indigenous : Natasha Fisher
DESCRIPTION:Our Indigenous Spotlight Series highlights top contemporary Indigenous music artists on the scene. Meriläinen Müsic Inc.\, founded by Marc and Laura Meriläinen\, is a majority Indigenous owned full-service record label providing professional music industry services to emerging and established artists. Meriläinen Müsic Inc. is committed to advancing and promoting the careers and opportunities within the music industry for all artists while also specializing in serving the Indigenous Artist community. \nVocalist\, songwriter and producer Natasha Fisher crafts songs that take influence from both traditional pop and alternative genres carried out by edgy melodies and heartfelt storytelling. Her songs capture the intensity of heartbreak\, healing\, and self-discovery\, while incorporating Indigenous elements that add depth and authenticity. Natasha’s music carries a raw\, emotional energy that’s both nostalgic and fresh\, inviting listeners into a journey of independence\, recovery\, and resilience. Deeply inspired by her Indigenous culture and community\, she has dedicated a significant portion of her music career to touring First Nations communities\, where she performs and addresses issues related to addictions and mental health. \nInsta: @natashafisher_
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/natasha-fisher/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T190000
DTSTAMP:20250717T155636Z
CREATED:20250717T155145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155636Z
UID:19118-1753081200-1753124400@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Samsung: Demo
DESCRIPTION:Hours may vary or be cut short. 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/experience-space-samsung-demo/2025-07-21/
LOCATION:GO Bay Concourse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T200000
DTSTAMP:20250704T163218Z
CREATED:20250606T202958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T163218Z
UID:18424-1753034400-1753041600@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:The Rudy Ray Show presents Hip Hop Healing
DESCRIPTION:Each week\, Rudy Ray configures a new band that explores the world of jazz. Rudy Ray is a talented Ghanaian musician and neuroscientist\, fostering traditional values with a modern flair\, creating art that speaks to the heart of the people. He has performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in the music industry\, contributing his work to major motion pictures\, television shows\, and commercials. Rudy Ray & Co are his band configurations sparking up pure and energetic shows whenever they hit a stage to perform. \nHip Hop Healing is a dynamic fusion of hip hop\, poetry\, and wellness storytelling.
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/the-rudy-ray-show-hip-hop-healing/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T140000
DTSTAMP:20250703T182513Z
CREATED:20250611T205324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T182513Z
UID:18585-1753012800-1753020000@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Brass and Brunch : Turbo Street Funk
DESCRIPTION:Brunch lovers unite! Elevate your Sunday brunch with the sounds of the Big Easy to kick off your day. \nReturning to Union – Turbo Street Funk is a New Orleans-inspired brass-rock quintet from Toronto\, Canada. Turbo Street Funk defy convention; whether they’re playing a festival\, pub\, concert hall\, or even on a busy street corner\, the infectious sounds of Turbo Street Funk always sound at home. With a performance style rooted in the New Orleans horn band tradition\, the band combines Top 40 hits with top notch originals in an incendiary show that gets people moving. \nInsta: @turbostreetfunk\nFacebook: turbostreetfunk
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/turbo-street-funk-2/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20250717T155635Z
CREATED:20250717T155145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155635Z
UID:19117-1753005600-1753030800@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Samsung: Demo
DESCRIPTION:Hours may vary or be cut short. 
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/experience-space-samsung-demo/2025-07-20/
LOCATION:GO Bay Concourse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T220000
DTSTAMP:20250708T204024Z
CREATED:20250701T162344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T204024Z
UID:18580-1752948000-1752962400@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Kpop Day Party with RPM and DJ Eunicecycle
DESCRIPTION:Make Union Summer your first Saturday stop! Get your evening going with a rotation of live music\, themed weekly to set the right vibe! As a warm-up to the Black Pink concert\, Union Summer is hosting a Kpop Day Party! From DJ to dance performances\, we’ve got a fun evening planned! \nR.P.M Dance Crew is a Toronto-based Kpop cover dance team who love to share their passion for dance and aim to make learning dance accessible. Formed in March 2014\, they hold 3 national titles and one world championship and have had partnerships with brands like LG and KIA.
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/kpop-day-party/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T133000
DTSTAMP:20250717T181135Z
CREATED:20250630T164455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T181135Z
UID:18726-1752928200-1752931800@torontounion.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Symphonies with The Royal Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Take a breather and enjoy the melodious sounds of classical-inspired music. This lineup of musicians are programmed in partnership with RCM. The Royal Conservatory is the only national organization dedicated to developing human potential through the power of music and the arts. Through a globally respected curriculum delivered by teachers across North America\, it provides a system of graduated study in music and speech arts. At our Toronto campus\, exceptional faculty teach and train students of all ages\, from recreational musicians to the world’s leading professional artists. Along with presenting world-class performances in three venues\, including the acclaimed Koerner Hall\, The Royal Conservatory is shaping a more creative\, connected\, and inspired society. \nToday’s Musicians are : \nHanah Kim Jang\, Junyi Li\, Matthew Li
URL:https://torontounion.ca/event/hanah-kim-jang-junyi-li-matthew-li/
LOCATION:TD Stage\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Union Summer
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