Halsey Lights Up Toronto on Love & Power Tour
Artist calls multi-night run 'electric' and teases unexpected twists in her American dates
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Electric Toronto Run
Halsey took over Toronto’s Budweiser Stage for a three-night residency this week, kicking off each evening with high-octane opener “Gasoline” and closing with crowd favorite “Graveyard.” In an Instagram post shot by @donslens, she wrote: “Toronto was ELECTRIC ⚡️ every night is getting better and better and weirder and weirder. I can’t believe it’s going by so fast. I have a short runway ahead to do a lot of fun stuff so expect the unexpected moving forward 🪄.” Fans posted videos of pyrotechnics, thundering drum lines, and Halsey’s impassioned vocals filling the outdoor amphitheater.
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Since launching the Love & Power Tour earlier this spring in St. Louis, the singer has woven theatrical flair into every stop. Critics from Rolling Stone hailed the tour as “a fearless blend of rock opera and raw confession,” while Pollstar data shows the North American leg averaging over 10,000 tickets sold each night.
Route To Canada
Leading up to Toronto, Halsey cleared the East Coast with sold-out dates in Connecticut, Camden, and Boston. She previewed her arrival under a “strawberry moon,” captioning a post: “CT was DREAMY. Dancing in our giant living room!!! Strawberry moon tonight in Toronto, let’s get wild.” The teaser, captured by @izzynuzzophoto, set the tone for a boisterous Canadian leg.
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Merch lines wrapped around the venue, with fans sporting limited–edition vinyl bundles and neon lightning-bolt pins. Social media buzzed as concertgoers shared impressions of Halsey’s candid between-song monologues about mental health and creative freedom.
Onstage Visuals
Photographs from Toronto show a kaleidoscopic LED backdrop synced to hits like “Without Me,” while a baby grand piano stole the spotlight for an acoustic rendition of the title track “If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power.” Backup dancers emerged in sculptural outfits as Halsey donned a metallic bodysuit lit by white spotlights. At one point, she wielded a lightning-bolt microphone stand that glowed against a fog-filled stage.
Fans praised the production’s cinematic quality. One TikTok user wrote: “This is next-level artistry—Halsey turned an outdoor amphitheater into her own Wonderland.” PopMatters noted the seamless shift from arena-style anthems to intimate, stripped-down moments.
Expect The Unexpected
Keeping her promise of surprises, Halsey slipped into a gritty cover of The Beatles’ “Come Together,” layering heavy guitar riffs over hypnotic percussion. She also invited select audience members onstage, handing out LED wands that lit up the crowd like fireflies. Each night featured slight setlist changes—sometimes a deep-cut like “Easier Than Lying,” other times an unreleased snippet teased during the show’s bridge.
Looking ahead, Halsey plans to hit Miami, Houston, and Los Angeles in July, with special guests rumored to join for encore performances. In a recent interview, she hinted at new music: “I’ve got some things cooking behind the scenes. This tour is just the beginning.” Fans can grab ticket bundles tied to upcoming single releases and exclusive merch drops.
As the Toronto run wraps, Halsey’s blend of spectacle, vulnerability, and spontaneity has set a high bar for the remainder of her Love & Power Tour. With promises of more twists and turns, the artist’s journey from St. Louis to Toronto—and beyond—continues to electrify audiences.
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