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NXNE Turns 25

The highly influential fest celebrates a quarter century with new stages, more club shows, and a strong gaming component.

NXNE Turns 25

By FYI Staff

Now billing itself as a music and gaming festival, NXNE (NorthByNortheast) celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, running June 7-16. It promises more curators, more club shows, and an expanded Festival Village that includes four stages for live performances, including the newly added Queen St. Stage presented by Slaight Music.


A wide range of acts will perform at over 20 of the top music venues in Toronto, including American Football,  Ellis, and Cupcakke. Featured Club Land artists include Haviah Mighty, Persons, Owen, Just John x Dom Dias, Nick Schofield, Most People, Syngja and Dishpit.

Wristbands are priced at 1995 prices, $29, the same as in NXNE’s first year, and allows fans access to over 30 shows. Available here

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Expect more announcements soon about Festival Village Headliners, Game Land, NXNE Talks, and more.

 

 

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