Departure Festival is the rebranded evolution of Canadian Music Week, serving as a premier multi-disciplinary arts and industry conference held annually in Toronto. The event features a diverse program of music showcases, comedy, film, and technology tracks designed to foster collaboration among global creative professionals.
What Departure Festival offers
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Where you'll be
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
123 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2M9, CanadaLocal Currency: CAD
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Past Editions
An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.
28 August 2026
