Storm Wrecks Rogers Stadium in North York
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Live Nation assesses massive damage to the temporary 50,000-seat venue after a violent Wednesday storm.
A violent storm that tore through Toronto on Wednesday caused massive destruction at Rogers Stadium, according to reporting from CityNews and blogTO.
Drone footage captured by CityNews showed crumpled metal and debris at the North York site. According to blogTO, social media photos and videos reveal that a significant section of the grandstand at the 50,000-seat venue collapsed, displacing thousands of seats. The temporary outdoor venue, which opened in 2025 on the former Downsview Airport runway, was scheduled to host AC/DC on Sept. 16 for the band's Power Up Tour.
Live Nation Canada told blogTO that the venue sustained "significant damage" due to the extreme weather, though the company noted that the safety of on-site contractors and employees is a top priority. Live Nation stated to both outlets that no injuries were reported and that they are currently assessing the full extent of the damage.
CityNews reported that the storm brought large hail and torrential rain to southern Ontario, with residents in the Downsview Park area describing the event as "violent."