Here comes the first unofficial long weekend of the summer — Victoria Day 2025 is just around the corner, and whether you’re planning to relax, explore the city, or escape for a quick getaway, it’s helpful to know what’s open, what’s closed, and what’s happening in Toronto.
From adjusted shopping hours to event highlights and public service changes, here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your long weekend.
"While summer-like conditions are in store for Friday, a portion of Saturday will see rain and then cooler air returns for the rest of the Victoria Day weekend, with temperatures falling to the low- to mid-teens. Click here for the extended forecast.
The arrival of Victoria Day also means the start of fireworks season. Scroll below for details.
Just in time for the long weekend, the City of Toronto’s more than 140 splash and spray pads will open for the season on Saturday. Click here for a list of other city-run activities taking place.
Check here for what else is happening in the city, as well as a rundown of road closures and transit updates.
While some malls in Toronto will be open on Monday, banks and government offices will be closed, along with all Toronto Public Library branches. There will be no mail delivery on Monday.
Below is a list of what is open and closed on Monday.
Fireworks
Canada’s Wonderland will host a fireworks display on Sunday at 10 p.m.
The City of Toronto will put on a fireworks display at Ashbridges Bay Park on Monday at 10 p.m. Fireworks on Victoria Day and Canada Day are allowed until 11 p.m. without a permit for residents on their own private property.
If you are planning to venture outside of the GTA, fireworks over Niagara Falls begin on Friday and take place every night at 10 p.m. until Oct. 14.
Transit
GO Transit will operate on a Saturday schedule on Monday.
The TTC will operate on a holiday schedule, with most routes and subway service starting at 6 a.m.
The UP Express will operate on its weekend/holiday schedule. Click here for details.
Grocery and alcohol
LCBO locations will be closed on Monday. Select Beer Store locations will remain open.
Most big chain grocery stores will be closed on Monday, but some select locations will be open. Check with your local grocer for hours of operation.
Rabba Fine Foods stores will be open.
Select Shoppers Drug Mart and Rexall locations will also remain open. Check your local area for other pharmacy store hours.
Shopping malls
Open
- CF Markville – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m
- CF Toronto Eaton Centre – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Pacific Mall – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Promenade Mall – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Square One – open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Toronto Premium Outlets – open 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Closed
- Bayview Village
- CF Fairview Mall
- CF Sherway Gardens
- Dufferin Mall
- Scarborough Town Centre
- Yorkdale Shopping Centre
Attractions
- Aga Khan Museum – open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Allan Gardens Conservatory – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Art Gallery of Ontario – open 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Casa Loma – open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Centreville Amusement Park – open from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- City of Toronto-run golf courses, book your tee time here
- CN Tower – open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m
- Hockey Hall of Fame – open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Ontario Science Centre at Harbourfront – open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Ripley’s Aquarium – open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Riverdale Farm – open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Royal Ontario Museum – open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Toronto Zoo – open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Toronto Island Ferry will operate on its regular schedule"
Source: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2025/05/15/victoria-day-2025-whats-open-closed-fireworks/