Snotty Nose Rez Kids (@TheRezKids) headline Indigenous Arts Festival

Two-day festival also features Na-Me-Res Pow Wow and an all-star cast of acts including Shub (formerly of A Tribe Called Red) and much more.

The two-day FREE ADMISSION Indigenous Arts Festival delivers a power packed lineup of events at downtown Toronto's Fort York (250 Fort York Boulevard) on June 20th and 21st in celebration of Indigenous Peoples Month, anchored by a blockbuster live music concert from multi-award winners Snotty Nose Rez Kids. This year's festival boasts an impressive lineup of concerts and performances by award-winning musicians including Shub (formerly of A Tribe Called Red), Twin Flames, Desiree Dorion, Amanda Rheaume, The North Sound, and James Wilson, alongside dance performances, lacrosse demonstrations, film screenings and a traditional Pow Wow. Attendees will also be able to browse artisan and food market stalls, offering authentic handmade crafts, artwork and delicious cuisine, while taking in some highly impressive artistic and culinary experiences of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples of Turtle Island. This year's free family-friendly festival will surely be one to remember! 

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

Snotty Nose Rez Kids

As the first Indigenous group to win a JUNO Award for Rap Album/EP of the Year (2025), the Snotty Nose Rez Kids are a First Nations hip hop duo composed of Haisla rappers Darren "Young D" Metz and Quinton "Yung Trybez" Nyce who are originally from Kitamaat Village, British Columbia. In 2023, they signed with Sony Music Entertainment Canada and released their sixth studio album—and first major label debut—RED FUTURE in 2024. Following the release of RED FUTURE, the duo embarked on a 35-city North American tour. Known for their high energy and electrifying performances, they played over 70 shows last year across Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Australia, the UK, and the Netherlands. Their live presence has also led to performances at major sporting events, including games for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks, and Toronto Raptors. Celebrated for their artistry and impact, they have earned six JUNO Award nominations, four Polaris Prize Shortlist placements, and a SOCAN Award among many other accolades.  

Shub

For over a decade, Shub (formerly known as DJ Shub) has been at the forefront of a movement that reshaped the landscape of Indigenous electronic music. A trailblazer who coined the powwow-step genre and a former member of the JUNO-winning A Tribe Called Red, Shub has spent years blending the ancient rhythms of powwow music with the pulse of modern beats, scratching, and bass-heavy production. With a new name and vision, Shub is stepping beyond the DJ booth—emerging as a composer, storyteller, and renowned artist. 

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Flex Jaxn - "Drugs To Numb"

Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Flex Jaxn is an emerging musical talent with a compelling backstory. Raised by a single mother and facing significant childhood trauma, including molestation by family member, he turned to alcohol and drugs at the young age of nine. Diagnosed with ADHD and Bipolar Disorder, he struggled with these challenges throughout his youth. The gift of a toy piano at age 13 proved to be a pivotal moment, offering him an outlet and a means of escape from his pain. Music became increasingly important to Flex, especially as he grappled with the triggers of his past, which led to multiple arrests and two overdoses. Realizing the crucial role music played in his well-being, he dedicated himself to it, eventually living in a recording studio. Through creating and composing, he journeys into self awareness turning his shortcomings into therapeutic art aimed at helping others facing similar struggles. In 2024, Flex established D.I.R.E. (Drugs Imitate Real Emotions), a program inspired by his childhood participation in D.A.R.E., to support those battling substance abuse. That same year marked a turning point in his music career when he participated in The Roll Out Experience, leading to his signing by Shawn Barron and a deal with United Masters. He is currently working on his debut album, "10 for 10," a deeply personal project where each song tells a story from his life, framed through the lens of celebrity drug overdoses. His released singles include "I Cry," loose re-enactment of Juice WRLD's death, and "Drugs are Numb," depicting Rich Homie Quan's overdose. His next release, "Heart On Your Sleeve," will explore the pressures faced by women in entertainment and social media. With his music already featured in several editorial playlists, Flex Jaxn is on a promising path to becoming a significant voice in his generation, offering solace and healing through his art.

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