One of the GTA’s iconic music festivals is making its highly anticipated return this July, bigger, louder, and sweeter than ever.

Ice Cream Summerfest returns to Ajax Festival Grounds on July 18th, bringing a full day of live music, entertainment, food, DJs, and summer energy.

This year’s headliners include R&B star Keyshia Cole, dancehall and reggae star Dexta Daps, and reggae artist Mr. Easy. The lineup will also feature performances from local Toronto talents, Temia and Zakisha Brown.

Hosted by Majah Hype, Junior Jones, and Kid Cut, attendees can expect a high-energy day packed with live performances, top-tier DJs spinning the best in R&B, hip-hop, dancehall, soca, and throwbacks, and an electric festival atmosphere.

Ice Cream Summerfest 2026 transforms the original concert format into a full-day festival experience, blending nostalgia with modern entertainment, music, food, and lifestyle programming.

Attendees can expect a curated lineup of iconic and contemporary artists, a high-energy day party atmosphere with top DJs and hosts, a diverse selection of food vendors and summer-themed experiences, enhanced production, immersive visuals, and interactive festival zones.

As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.

About Ice Cream Summerfest

Past editions of Ice Cream Summerfest have featured legendary acts including New Edition, SWV, and more. Now, nearly two decades later, the brand returns with a bold new vision.

Ice Cream Summerfest is a legacy Toronto-based music event known for delivering unforgettable live experiences featuring top-tier R&B, hip-hop, reggae, and Caribbean talent.

With a history of sold-out shows and iconic performances, the festival’s 2026 return marks a new era, blending nostalgia, culture, and entertainment into one of the summer’s most anticipated events.

Ice Cream Summerfest

When: July 18th, 2026, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Where: Ajax Festival Grounds, Ajax

Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here.