Toronto 
Events Description
Each May, Doors Open Toronto invites the public to explore the city’s most-loved buildings and sites, free of charge. The event provides rare access to buildings that are not usually open to the public and free access to sites that would usually charge an admission fee. Since its inception in 2000, it has attracted more than two million visits to nearly 700 unique locations and remains the largest event of its kind in Canada.
This year, get ready to play. With sports, music and theatre venues to discover, the city becomes your playground.
Since its inception in 2000, Doors Open Toronto has attracted more than two million visits to nearly 700 unique locations across the city. It is Canada’s largest Doors Open event and one of the three largest Doors Open events in the world. Doors Open Toronto is dedicated to built heritage, architecture and design. It is presented by Great Gulf and produced by the City of Toronto in partnership with the broader community.
2026
While Doors Open will highlight spaces and communities central to Toronto’s early beginnings, new additions also showcase the city’s evolution. Newly featured sites include 25 Ookwemin St., Old Fire Hall 30 at Biidaasige Park, Netflix Canada, the Corleck, Toronto Star, TVO Studios, Anishnawbe Health Toronto, HOK Toronto Design Studio, Humber Valley Church and the University of Toronto Bookstore.
Additional highlights include cultural institutions and spaces for community connection, working spaces not open to the public, historic and heritage buildings and popular attractions such as the Aga Khan Museum.
City Hall Hub
Toronto City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square return as the hub for Doors Open Toronto 2026, featuring family-friendly programming. Visitors can explore the Council Chamber, Mayor’s Office, 27th Floor Observation Deck and enjoy an eclectic mix of music performances on the Nathan Phillips Square stage.
Guided Neighbourhood Tours
Fourteen guided tours explore Toronto’s vibrant neighbourhoods, public spaces and landmarks with the help of a local guide. Ten of the tours are new for 2026, including an exclusive opportunity at the CN Tower marking its 50th anniversary.
New tours for 2026 include:
• Inside the CN Tower: Behind-the-Scenes Tour
• Building Identity: Toronto’s Story in Four Spaces
• From the Ward to Kensington Market
Registration in advance is required.
Doors Open Talks
The Doors Open Talks Series returns with a lineup of panel discussions and lectures that explore how Toronto’s landmarks, public spaces, art and architecture shape its identity and build a vibrant world.
All talks are free but require advance registration.
HOW MUCH
Free Admission and for all ages.
Free walking tours will occur throughout the weekend, delving deep into the history and architecture of a variety of neighbourhoods. Registration is mandatory as space is limited.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
May 23 & 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Venues: Across Toronto
Many Toronto Attractions are FREE to Visit this weekend.
