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Located in the heart of the Midway,the Budweiser Midway Stage is located at the Southwest corner of the Direct Energy Centre. This licensed venue is a perennial favourite featuring tributes to some of the greatest in music.
Aeroforce August 29, Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
AEROFORCE was formed in March of 1991. Their mission has always been to faithfully reproduce the look, sound and energy of Aerosmith. Having toured all across North America for over 18 years they have provided extraordinary entertainment complete with full costumes, concert lighting, and big sound just like the real thing.
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Blues Fest August 22 & August 23 
Opening Weekend is not to be missed at the CNE as Blues Fest takes over the Midway Stage. The Weekend includes performances by: • Mike Branton • Harrison Kennedy • The Blues Angels • Jeff Rogers & Silvercreek Blues • Eugene Smith • Jordan John • David Rotundo • Shawn Kellerman • Please see below for full schedule.
LMT Connection August 31 & September 1 & 2; Budweiser Midway Stage; 3pm to 6 pm 
LMT Connection is a funk and soul trio whose members include Leroy Emmanuel, "Hard Hittin" Mark Rogers & "Big Bad" John Irvine. The band has been together since 1989, and have recorded four studio albums. Blending R&B, funk, and jazz, they have a unique sound. They've played over 4000 shows, toured Europe six times over the past two years and most recently, they were invited to open for the legendary BB King.
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Think Freud August 27; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
Think Freud is a Pink Floyd tribute band consisting of Brian May (lead guitar), John Burns (lead vocals & guitar), Siobhan Duffy (vocalist), Daryl Thistel (keyboardist & vocalist), Kevin Gowin (bass guitarist) & Gil Roberts (drums)
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Toronto Song Contest Winner presented by The City of Toronto, CP24 & NOW Magazine 
The winner of the Toronto Song Contest is Love to Live in Toronto by George Axon and Aidan Mason. Congratulations!!!
Mason Dixon September 5; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
Mason Dixon is the ultimate tribute to Classic Rock. Band members include: Phil Habib (lead vocals), Dom Polito (guitars & vocals), Joe Polito (guitars & vocals), Chris Svedalis (keys & vocals), Rick Trinetti (bass) & Leo Carbonara (drums & vocals).
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Kinda Kenny August 24; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
Marty Edwards has been entertaining fans since the early 1970's. He started his musical career as a lead vocalist and guitarist for a country band. He performed many popular Kenny Rogers songs of the time, but never consciously tried to imitate Kenny. It wasn't until 1998 that he thought about doing a tribute to Kenny Rogers. Marty has since, performed all across Canada and the USA and in Asia, the U.K. and Ireland.
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Spider Jones and the Fabulous Web August 25; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
An award winning journalist in both the music and boxing fields, Spider Jones is a three time former Golden Glove Champion and was inducted into the Canadian Boxing Hall of fame in 1996. Spider was recently voted "Boxing Commentator and M.C. of the Year" by the Board of Governors for the World Boxing Federation.
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The Doorsmen August 31; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
The Toronto Based Tribute Band dedicated to playing the Music of: THE DOORS Covering almost two decades of music from one of the greatest bands who inspired generations and still do, with their mystical melodies and poetry to their grinding R&B roots. Featuring select albums and covering great hits.
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The Carpet Frogs August 24 to 28; Budweiser Midway Stage; 3pm to 6 pm 
The Carpet Frogs are a Toronto based rock band. Members of the band are: Nick Sinopoli (vocals,percussion), David Love (vocals, guitars), Jeff Jones (vocals, bass), Michael Zweig (vocals, guitars), Sean Fitzsimmons (vocals, drums).
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Fleetwood Nicks August 26; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
This show exudes Stevie's mystique and charm in a stunning recreation of one of the world's most popular groups of the 70's and one that plays an important part of rock history. Anna Leeming portrays Stevie Nicks and captures the sound and the soul of Stevie Nicks.
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Robbie Lane & The Disciples August 29 & September 5; Budweiser Midway Stage; 3pm to 6 pm 
Robbie Lane and The Disciples have been entertaining Canadians on radio, television, turntables and CD players for many years and doing it like no other. Robbie has consistently brought together the finest musicians available to play the music that keeps us all dancing.
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Hot Rocks August 28; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
Canada's Tribute to the Rolling Stones.
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George Olliver and Gangbuster August 30; Budweiser Midway Stage; 3pm to 6 pm 
George Olliver is a Canadian musical institution. Audiences have been raving about his stage show for years. He has been described as a dynamic performer, great soulful voice and probably the best showman in Canada!
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Elevation August 30; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
Elevation will recapture some of the most magical moments of U2's illustrious career. With one of the most extensive and continually growing repertoires offered by any tribute band, Elevation will captivate the casual fan with chart-topping hits like "Beautiful Day" and "With Or Without You" while die- hard fans are treated to classic rarities such as "Lady With The Spinning Head", "The Electric Co." and "Ultraviolet (Light My Way)". A must-see for any music fan, this is one tribute band that will truly ELEVATE your soul.
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The Twelve September 6; Budweiser Midway Stage; 3pm to 6 pm 
RockStar Music School & Concert Hall began a very unique project in 2008. The owners decided to start grooming some of it’s very talented students for a few hours every week, in order to have the opportunity to perform their music in and around the Toronto area. The results, have been truly amazing. And make no mistake – these are not ordinary kids. They are simply known as... ‘THE TWELVE’.
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Bad to the Bone September 4; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
An amazing tribute to George Thorogood.
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Mulligan Stew August 21 & September 7; Budweiser Midway Stage; 3 to 6 pm (Aug 21) & 3 to 7 pm (Sept 7) 
The Way It Was September 1; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
Elvis tribute featuring Stephen Kabakos
Crush: The Best of Bon Jovi September 2; Budweiser Midway Stage; 7:30pm to 11 pm 
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