Toronto's Rogers Stadium Damaged by Storm, Threatening AC/DC's Final North American Tour Stop
A severe thunderstorm on September 2, 2026, caused significant structural damage to Rogers Stadium in Toronto, jeopardizing AC/DC's scheduled September 16 concert. The 50,000-capacity venue, which opened in 2025, suffered collapsed seating and grandstands, though no injuries were reported. Live Nation is assessing the damage, while the band's tour concludes in Philadelphia on September 29.
Key points
- Severe thunderstorms on September 2, 2026, caused 'significant damage' to Rogers Stadium in Toronto, including buckling and collapsed seating areas.
- AC/DC is scheduled to perform at the venue on September 16 as part of their 'Power Up' tour, which concludes in Philadelphia on September 29.
- Live Nation, the stadium's owner, stated that no one was injured and is currently assessing the extent of the damage.
- The storm, described by city officials as a '100-year storm,' resulted in widespread power outages and debris across the Greater Toronto Area.
- Rogers Stadium, a temporary structure built in nine months, is scheduled for demolition around 2030.
Background
Rogers Stadium, a 50,000-capacity venue in Toronto's Downsview neighborhood, opened in 2025 specifically to host large-scale concerts. It has hosted major acts such as Coldplay, Bruno Mars, and BTS. AC/DC's 'Power Up' tour, which began in May 2024, has faced fewer logistical issues than their previous 'Rock or Bust' tour. The band's tour schedule includes stops in South Bend, St. Louis, Montreal, Toronto, East Rutherford, and Philadelphia.
How outlets are covering it
Ultimate Classic Rock emphasizes the potential cancellation of the AC/DC show due to the damage, noting the band's history of tour misfortunes. The New York Times highlights the stadium's recent opening and its role in hosting major international acts, focusing on the structural integrity of the venue. CBC provides a broader context of the storm's impact on the Greater Toronto Area, including power outages and infrastructure damage, while confirming the stadium's damage and the lack of injuries.
Why it matters
The damage to Rogers Stadium raises questions about the resilience of temporary concert venues and the potential impact on major tour schedules. The storm's severity, described as a '100-year storm,' underscores the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, which could affect future event planning and infrastructure.
What to watch
Live Nation is assessing the damage to Rogers Stadium and will provide further information. The fate of the AC/DC concert on September 16 is uncertain, and the band has not commented on future plans beyond the tour's conclusion in Philadelphia on September 29.
- AC/DC Concert in Doubt After Stadium Suffers ‘Significant’ Storm Damage Ultimate Classic Rock
- Rogers Stadium in Toronto Is Severely Damaged in Thunderstorm The New York Times
- Thunderstruck: Severe storms smash massive 50,000-seat venue ahead of legendary rock 'n' roll concert FOX Weather
- Toronto fire crews rescued people trapped on scaffolding and in elevators after '100-year storm' CBC
- What experts say caused the destructive storm that hit Toronto CP24
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