Well, it’s official, OVO Fest is back. After three long, silent summers, Drake casually dropped the news on May 24, 2025, and let’s just say, fans are buzzing. The surprise reveal happened during a guest spot at Central Cee’s show in Toronto, where Drizzy lit up the stage and dropped the bomb: “I’ll see you this summer. OVO Fest is back this year.” Just like that.
And yep, he didn’t stop there, he hinted that Central Cee will be part of the 2025 lineup too, setting the stage for a potential UK-meets-Canada vibe that could make this year’s festival extra spicy.
Back After a 3-Year Break: OVO Fest Returns to Toronto
The last time we saw the Fest in action was back in 2022, when Drake reunited the iconic Young Money crew: Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, the whole gang, for a throwback performance that had Toronto in a chokehold. They even brought out Canadian heavyweights like Nelly Furtado and Kardinal Offishall. It was a moment.
Since then, fans have been not-so-patiently waiting, and now, the wait’s over.
While there’s still no official schedule or artist list, the buzz is undeniable. The festival usually aligns with Caribana, Toronto’s massive Caribbean Carnival, which lands in early August, so odds are, we’ll see the Fest lighting up the city that same weekend.
Central Cee’s Invite: A Global Twist This Year?
The rapper is calling up Central Cee wasn’t just a cool co-sign; it pretty much confirmed he’s part of this year’s show. And honestly? It makes sense. The UK rapper has been on a meteoric rise, and pairing him with Toronto’s biggest stage could signal a broader, international twist for this year’s event.
If history’s any indication, we’re in for surprises. Past Fests have had Rihanna, Travis Scott, Kanye West, J. Cole, and even The Weeknd showing up unannounced. So yeah, we’re expecting fireworks.
Drake’s Festival Legacy Lives On
Since launching in 2010, the Fest has grown from a local show into a full-blown North American cultural moment. It’s the kind of event where legends pop out, up-and-comers get their shot, and Toronto becomes the center of the music universe, if only for a weekend.
This year feels like a bit of a homecoming. Drake’s using the return to tap into everything that’s made OVO Fest special: energy, nostalgia, surprise, and a little bit of magic.
So What Can We Expect in 2025?
We don’t have the full lineup yet, but let’s connect the dots. If 2025 follows the blueprint, here’s what we might get:
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Surprise performances from hip-hop royalty
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A Young Money moment (again?)
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International acts like Central Cee adding new flavor
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Local Toronto artists getting their shine
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And maybe, just maybe, a cameo from someone like Rihanna or The Weeknd (we can dream, right?)
Basically, anything can happen, and that’s what makes OVO Fest… well, OVO Fest.
Stay Tuned for OVO Fest 2025 Updates
Still no word on exact dates or when tickets drop, but your best bet is to stalk Drake’s Instagram or the OVO Sound site. Because when the info does hit, it’s gonna move fast.
One thing’s for sure: OVO Fest 2025 is shaping up to be one of the biggest music moments of the year. And if you’re lucky enough to be in Toronto this summer, you might just witness something legendary.
