***Official Toronto 2015 Thread***

[42km]

Originally Posted by bbqguy1962

What do you figure the chances are of me finding parking near there?

There is a Green P parking garage (literally underwater) on the south side of QueenQuay, just west of the foot of Spadina, where the Water Taxi docks. I dont know how busy it will be during the Pan Am games until the events start this weekend at the CNE site. I run by that parking garage most days at noon, so I will check it out to see how busy it is and let you know next week.


In the meantime I will book the Water Taxi for 11:15pm pick up at Ontario Place after the DMB show. Should be a fun way to leave. If we max out at 12 people, there is a 2nd water taxi operated by the same company, which will give us 24 spots.

[42km]

The water taxi will let us off right where Spadina Ave hits the water.
This map link (from a different cruise company, Not the water taxi company) shows parking in the area.

http://www.jubileequeencruises.ca/to..._lots_maps.htm

[42km]

With an apology for my triple posting, I have an update on the parking situation around the venue. Did some Pan Am events today at the CNE. There is lots of cheap parking ($5.00 flat rate..at least that was the rate today) off of Atlantic Ave, which is in the King Dufferin area. If you walk south along Atlantic you can walk under the railway tracks, through the GO station into the CNE grounds. You can enter the CNE grounds which is full of Pan AM stuff, ie venues, food trucks, live music etc (after going through security). You dont need a Pan Am ticket to do this. Walk south through the CNE across the bridge to the Molson Amphitheatre venue. This is by far the best way to park near the venue, and you get the chance to check out all of the Pan Am happenings, with lots of food and drink offerings before the show !!!

[inequity]

Does anyone know what time DMB is expected to go on stage for the first set?

[bbqguy1962]

Originally Posted by 42km

With an apology for my triple posting, I have an update on the parking situation around the venue. Did some Pan Am events today at the CNE. There is lots of cheap parking ($5.00 flat rate..at least that was the rate today) off of Atlantic Ave, which is in the King Dufferin area. If you walk south along Atlantic you can walk under the railway tracks, through the GO station into the CNE grounds. You can enter the CNE grounds which is full of Pan AM stuff, ie venues, food trucks, live music etc (after going through security). You dont need a Pan Am ticket to do this. Walk south through the CNE across the bridge to the Molson Amphitheatre venue. This is by far the best way to park near the venue, and you get the chance to check out all of the Pan Am happenings, with lots of food and drink offerings before the show !!!

This is the awesome.

[eliz]

Originally Posted by inequity

Does anyone know what time DMB is expected to go on stage for the first set?

Somewhere between 7:00 and 7:30, likely closer to 7:30.

[Nick_Cacc]

ive hit 9 this summer and its always between 720 and 735pm

[AudreyM]

FYI, a friend went to the Def Leppard show at the amp last night. It was unclear whether they got through the Ex on the way to the show, but they were NOT allowed through it after the show. They were made to walk around.

[bbqguy1962]

Originally Posted by AudreyM

FYI, a friend went to the Def Leppard show at the amp last night. It was unclear whether they got through the Ex on the way to the show, but they were NOT allowed through it after the show. They were made to walk around.

That's kind of what I expected. Not a great motivation to "Take public transit" 15K people walking along Lakeshore Blvd to go around the CNE while cars go by at 80 kph sound like good planning.

[jrzbuffalo]

Its a shot in the dark, but I am looking for 2 tickets for the show in either the PIT or 202.
jrzbuffalo87@gmail.com if you can help out.

[DMBfan14567]

With no Darien show this year, we are making the trip north. My husband and I are staying at the Rennaisance attached to the Rogers Centre...what's the easiest way to get to the Brazen Head (if that's where things are happening)? And then after the show the quickest/easiest way back to the hotel?

[falcon2099]

Originally Posted by 42km

Here is a proposal which may be of interest. There will be virtually no parking in or around the venue because the Pan Am Games. Traffic in the area will be a mess.
One thing for sure. The show will end right around 11pm. I can arrange for a Water Taxi, which can hold up to 12 people to take us from the venue (Ontario Place) right after the show (ie leaving around 11:15pm) to take us to the foot of Spadina Avenue, where you can catch the Spadina Streetcar/LRT up Spadina to the Bloor Subway.
Cost would be $10 a person. (DMB can be played on the Water Taxi during the trip) Any interest?

I'll confirm with my lady but I think we'd be down with 2 spots for the water taxi... We're staying at a hotel York&Wellington... Is that walkable from the Spadina dropoff location?

[Qwiz41]

Originally Posted by 42km

There is a Green P parking garage (literally underwater) on the south side of QueenQuay, just west of the foot of Spadina, where the Water Taxi docks. I dont know how busy it will be during the Pan Am games until the events start this weekend at the CNE site. I run by that parking garage most days at noon, so I will check it out to see how busy it is and let you know next week.


In the meantime I will book the Water Taxi for 11:15pm pick up at Ontario Place after the DMB show. Should be a fun way to leave. If we max out at 12 people, there is a 2nd water taxi operated by the same company, which will give us 24 spots.

I just wanted to say that this is a very cool idea and I hope you fill the boat. I wish I was going with you all to the show by boat but I've made other plans to get there and I'm sorry to say it won't be nearly as cool as going by water taxi. Looks like you'll have a perfect evening for it too.

If any of you are on the fence about this idea I say you should jump at the chance.

Again! Hats off to you and I hope you organize it again next year 'cause I will be in for sure.

Cheers!

[42km]

Water Taxi Status Update:
I tried to book a Water Taxi with Tiki-Taxi company. They say they are booked up. I don't believe it, I just think that they don't want to commit to this.
I have found good, cheap parking, fairly close on Atlantic Ave, and that's what I wiill be doing,....with a stop at the Craft Brasserie (120 beers on tap) before the show.
There is another Water Taxi company that may be willing to do this.
I didn't want to leave you "high and dry" so to speak.
Here is a link to the other company:

http://www.torontoharbourwatertaxi.com/rates.html

You should contact them to arrange for the water taxi..if they will do it.

Enjoy the show...Traffic and parking issues aside.....I expect a lovely night with the LL !!

[Qwiz41]

Originally Posted by 42km

Water Taxi Status Update:
I tried to book a Water Taxi with Tiki-Taxi company. They say they are booked up. I don't believe it, I just think that they don't want to commit to this.
I have found good, cheap parking, fairly close on Atlantic Ave, and that's what I wiill be doing,....with a stop at the Craft Brasserie (120 beers on tap) before the show.
There is another Water Taxi company that may be willing to do this.
I didn't want to leave you "high and dry" so to speak.
Here is a link to the other company:

http://www.torontoharbourwatertaxi.com/rates.html

You should contact them to arrange for the water taxi..if they will do it.

Enjoy the show...Traffic and parking issues aside.....I expect a lovely night with the LL !!

Yea, I'm not surprised you're having trouble nailing them down with the Pan Am games on and all. Still a cool idea! Worth looking into for next year.

[Krol]

Originally Posted by 42km

With an apology for my triple posting, I have an update on the parking situation around the venue. Did some Pan Am events today at the CNE. There is lots of cheap parking ($5.00 flat rate..at least that was the rate today) off of Atlantic Ave, which is in the King Dufferin area. If you walk south along Atlantic you can walk under the railway tracks, through the GO station into the CNE grounds. You can enter the CNE grounds which is full of Pan AM stuff, ie venues, food trucks, live music etc (after going through security). You dont need a Pan Am ticket to do this. Walk south through the CNE across the bridge to the Molson Amphitheatre venue. This is by far the best way to park near the venue, and you get the chance to check out all of the Pan Am happenings, with lots of food and drink offerings before the show !!!

Good call Alan, I'm glad to hear we can cross through the Ex to get to the Amp. Wasn't really looking forward to looping around, but getting off at Strachan wouldn't have been all that bad, especially with the weather as it looks right now!

[42km]

I parked again last night on Atlantic Ave and walked through the Ex grounds (went to Trampoline not the Warped tour)
No problem getting through except for 25,000 wasted TFC soccer fans all trying to catch Go trains at the same time. It was a disaster. Should be fine on Tuesday. Not sure if they will let us back through the EX after the show.
I will be @ the Woman's Beach Volleyball final at 3pm on Tuesday then catching a few pints at the Craft Brassiere on Atlantic before the show. (120 beers on tap).

Deer Creek sets up for what should be a lovely show in Toronto.
I expect the LL.

Band gets into town today. Toronto show is next!!

[bbqguy1962]

I've never seen the LL and would be fine with them in Toronto & Montreal as long as it's not the same songs both night.

I'm going to head down by 5 and try to score parking at OP(doubtful) or head up to Atlantic Ave.

Jeff Coffin at The Rex 9:30 tonight.

[42km]

I will be at The Rex tonight. Show starts at 9:30.

[paunus]

Originally Posted by bbqguy1962

I've never seen the LL and would be fine with them in Toronto & Montreal as long as it's not the same songs both night.

I'm going to head down by 5 and try to score parking at OP(doubtful) or head up to Atlantic Ave.

Jeff Coffin at The Rex 9:30 tonight.

Gotta think LL won't be making the trip north of the border, but who knows!

[eliz]

Originally Posted by paunus

Gotta think LL won't be making the trip north of the border, but who knows!

That's what I was thinking..... Would they really bother to get work visas for them and their crew for just 2 shows (TO and Montreal)? Seems like that would be inconvenient and a waste of time and money for everyone involved.

[dmbwadeo]

Originally Posted by eliz

That's what I was thinking..... Would they really bother to get work visas for them and their crew for just 2 shows (TO and Montreal)? Seems like that would be inconvenient and a waste of time and money for everyone involved.

They did in 2001. They did play 3 shows in Canada. But they brought them along.

[eliz]

Originally Posted by dmbwadeo

They did in 2001. They did play 3 shows in Canada. But they brought them along.

Don't burst my bubble! I'm hoping for no ladies....

[42km]

Originally Posted by eliz

Don't burst my bubble! I'm hoping for no ladies....

IMO LBV with LL is worth the price of admission alone.
I would also take Drunken Soldier, The Maker, Granny, and lots of other songs with or without the LL. I am still expecting them.

[fruchick]

Just got this from Ticketmaster....

Attention ticket holder!

Thank you for your recent purchase of Dave Matthews Band – 2 Sets Toronto tickets. We would like to share some important information regarding your upcoming event.

Dave Matthews Band – 2 Sets

Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
Tuesday, July 21st 2015
Doors: 6pm, 1st Set: 7:20pm, 2nd Set: 8:45pm

IMPORTANT: Pan Am 2015 will be operating in the area surrounding Molson Canadian Amphitheatre from July 11th – July 26th. Please review the below advisory in order to ensure a smooth arrival and departure from the venue.

-During the Pan Am Event dates (July 11-25), Molson Canadian Amphitheatre and TD Echo Beach ticket holders can enter through CIBC Pan Am Park
(CNE grounds). You will need to pass through a Security screening point.

-The gates to the Pan Am Park will open at 10:00 am and close at 10:00pm. All people leaving the venue will be directed east and west along the Martin Goodman trail to access parking and transit.

The pedestrian bridges leading to Ex Place will be closed when Pan Am Park is not operational.

If you do not wish to enter the Molson Canadian Amphitheatre via Pan Am Park, please follow the directions below.

-TTC: If travelling from the East heading West towards Molson Canadian Amphitheatre, exit at Fleet St. and walk South on Strachan Ave. Cross Lakeshore Blvd and follow the path heading West towards the venue. If travelling from the West exit at Dufferin Gates and follow British Columbia Dr. West towards Lakeshore Blvd. Cross Lakeshore Blvd and follow the path East towards the venue.

-GO Train: Please walk East towards Strachan Ave then proceed South on Strachan. Cross Lakeshore Blvd and follow the path heading West towards the venue.
Please visit GOtransit.com or ttc.ca for scheduling information and Toronto.ca to view a full list of expressway and major route closures.

For your safety, when walking or biking to and from Molson Canadian Amphitheatre, please only cross Lakeshore Blvd at designated crosswalks.

The pedestrian bridges leading to Ex Place will be closed when Pan Am Park is not operational.

Fuck. Me.

Definitely leaving during the encore break.

[fruchick]

Also, a bunch of floors just opened up.

[georgia]

greetings-

don't know if this is the right forum to post this- but I just scored 2 pits in the rere and have a pair of 202 row t to get rid of ( for face+fees ) if anyone is interested. Would meet at will call

[georgia]

for anyone interested-
i just scored 2 pits in the rere and have a pair of 202 row t for face +fees. Would meet at will call

[georgia]

oops- sorry about that- didn't think the first one posted

[42km]

Based on the TM email today..you will be able to get into the venue from the Ex(PanAm Area) before the show, but wont be able to walk through the Ex after the show (as we suspected...see older posts).

I am still going to park on Atlantic Ave (as low as $5.00 parking) with a bit longer walk to get back to my car after the show and after the E2. Craft Brasserie on Atlantic Ave for beers (choice of 120 on tap) before the show.

Saw Jeff Coffin @ The Rex last night. Really good show. RR dropped in but didn't play.

Big day tomorrow !!!