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Drake Confirms OVO Fest's Return for Summer 2025 After Three-Year Hiatus

The announcement was made during a surprise appearance at Central Cee's Toronto concert, though specific dates and lineup remain undisclosed.

Drake confirmed the return of OVO Fest during Central Cee’s Toronto concert. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Overview

  • Drake announced the return of OVO Fest during a surprise appearance at Central Cee's concert in Toronto on May 24, 2025.
  • The festival, last held in 2022, is expected to take place in summer 2025, potentially in August around the time of the Caribbean Carnival.
  • No official details about the lineup or exact dates have been revealed, but Central Cee is likely to be among the performers.
  • Drake's announcement follows his recent collaborative album with PartyNextDoor and hints at a new solo album in development.
  • The 2025 edition of OVO Fest will be the first since Drake's ongoing public feud with Kendrick Lamar and his legal dispute with Universal Music Group.