The multi-genre lineup of international & local musical talent, and surprise performances runs through Labour Day
TORONTO, May 29, 2025 – Liberty Entertainment Group has announced its blockbuster summer entertainment series line-up for 2025, launching at the city’s must-attend, sell-out destination for live music and entertainment, Toronto’s historic and fabled Casa Loma. It all gets started on Monday, June 2, and the program runs weekly outdoors in the stunning patio and Gardens, and inside the castle’s intimate Glass Pavilion venue, on the Chapman’s Stage.
The curated, cross-genre line-up of international and local musical artists, special guests and surprise performances runs through Labour Day.
Tickets for select dates are on sale now at www.casaloma.ca. General Admission (standing room only, first come, outdoors) tickets are $45 pp; Reserved Table Seating (with dinner table service on offer) inside the Pavilion is $85 pp.
A star-studded line-up to suit all tastes
Opening the season is the return of the beloved Symphony in the Gardens on Monday June 2 at 7:30 PM with Maestro Paolo Busato and his famed Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra, and a Classical Proms program. The Symphony’s talent line-up showcases the return of Toronto’s favourite vocalists, soprano Sara Papini and tenor Joey Niceforo, with additional special guests joining throughout the program such as Rocco Rupolo, Gavin Hope (of Nylons fame), Angela Seeger (ABBAMANIA), Chelsea Rus, Tonatiuh and Nayeli Abrego, and more. The Monday night Symphony Series continues weekly, with diverse shows and talent including:
June 9: Shaken Not Stirred – a night of 007 Music with Gavin Hope and Angela Seeger
June 16: Broadway to Opera with Joey & Sara
June 23: Viva la Vida (Spanish theme) with Tonatiuh and Nayeli Abrego
June 30: Oh Canada – A Canada Day Variety Special – multiple performers
July 7: Callas & Friends (Opera) with Sara & Chelsea
July 14: Sinatra & Friends with Joey & Angela
July 21: A Love Song to Italy with Rocco & Sara
July 28: Three Tenors with Rocco, Gavin, & Joey
August 4: Classical
August 11: Big Band with Joey
August 18: Movie Night with Joey & Sara
August 25: Vive La France (French theme) with Joey & Sara
September 1: Disney, Dreamworks and Beyond with Cleopatra Williams
For those about to rock
Busting out Canadian rock and rollers, Tuesday evenings at Casa Loma promise to be sizzling, with the return of Toronto’s favourite Rock Symphony – featuring Maestro Paolo Busato and the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra and backing vocalists, Justin Di Donato and Cleopatra Williams – for an electrifying live concert combining orchestral arrangements with classic rock anthems. To date, this season’s guests include Alan Frew (Glass Tiger), Terence Gowan (Styx), Karl Wolf, Jackie Richardson, and more.
Back by popular demand, Liberty Entertainment Group is thrilled to announce the special appearance of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band’s vocalist and trombone player, Ozzie Melendez, and vocalist and percussionist, Anthony Almonte– for two shows only – live on the Rock Symphony stage on August 19th and 26th. Limited tickets are on sale now at www.casaloma.ca.
A series of very special presentations
Wednesday evenings this summer feature a compelling range of unique performances guaranteed to delight and surprise — including an all-star, all-Canadian line-up of acts presented by Canada’s Walk of Fame (CWOF) on July 9th, 23rd, 30th, August 6th, 20thand 27th, with some very special surprise guests. In partnership with Bounty Enterprises, Casa Loma brings its sell-out Tribute shows, including “The Beatles” on June 18th, “The Bee Gees” on July 16th, then, the sell-out fan favourite, ABBAMANIA on August 13th. Just announced, the do not miss Bob Marley Tribute show on July 31st – in partnership with the Jamaica Tourist Board – will have fans dancing, just before Caribana. Additional artists for the summer lineup of special guests and surprise performances are to be announced.
Tickets are now on sale; for more details on the full entertainment line-up, visit www.casaloma.ca. Sponsors and funders of the summer’s programming include Chapmans Premium Ice Cream, the Province of Ontario, and Hendricks Gin.
Dining alfresco in The Gardens
Opening for outdoor dinner service on select evenings, the Gardens’ dining menu is globally inspired, offering seasonal fare ranging from starters and salads ($15 – $25) to grilled entrees ($26 – $48). The celebrated wine program at Casa Loma features something for all palates and purses, sourced from the castle’s underground wine cellar boasting the best of both new and old worlds. Tableside service is available in the Pavilion; an outdoor bar is open to enjoy the city views while sipping a sunset cocktail. For the ultimatesummer evening out, VIP packages are available at Casa Loma’s award-winning restaurant, BlueBlood Steakhouse.
Tickets include a pre-fixe dinner in the castle, with VIP reserved seating in the Pavilion (theatre-style) for $250 pp. Reservations may be made at www.casaloma.ca or www.bluebloodsteakhouse.com.
Casa Loma: A brief history
Casa Loma is one of Toronto’s top tourist attractions and hospitality venues. Each year over 650,000 visitors tour Casa Loma and the estate gardens. A perfect backdrop for special occasions, the venue also hosts more than 350 private events annually and its unique architecture has also made it a highly desirable location for film, television, and photo shoots.
In addition, Casa Loma plays host to annual productions including Legends of Horror and the successful Summer Gardens Concert Series. The venue is also home to the Casa Loma Escape Series which features five unique Escape Games, all themed around the history of the Castle. Completed in 1914, it took three hundred men nearly three years to complete the almost 200,000 square foot castle. Situated on five acres, it was once the largest private residence in Canada, with ninety-eight rooms designed by architect EJ Lennox, featuring secret passageways, elaborately decorated rooms with authentic period furnishings and breathtaking views of the Toronto skyline from its towers. Casa Loma is located at 1 Austin Terrace in Toronto, ON M5R 1X8. Tel: 416-923-1171.
For information visit www.casaloma.ca and on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @CasaLomaToronto. Email: info@casaloma.ca.
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