Everything you need to know about Doors Open Toronto
Doors Open Toronto is this weekend! And here is everything you need to know before your weekend of exploring the city.
What is Doors Open Toronto
Doors Open Toronto is a weekend that gives you the opportunity to explore some of Toronto’s coolest buildings! There are more than 160 different sites across the city that are open for free admission this weekend.
The 2026 theme for Doors Open Toronto is “The World in a City” which ties into the multiculturalism in the city. There couldn’t be a better theme for this year going into the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
So… what are you wanting to explore this weekend?
The Main Hub
The heart of Doors Open is at Nathan Philips square and City Hall. This is the only time that the public gets access to the Mayors’ Office, The Council Chamber and the Observation Deck on the 27th Floor
City Hall: The heart of the event
Nathan Phillips Square: There will be Live music on the stage featuring a selection of musicians and performances
What’s new this year
There are some new additions to Doors Open this year!
Netflix Studio: Netflix is opening their office at The Well for the first time!
TVO Studios & Toronto Star: a behind the scenes look at local media!
The Corleck: The home of the Canada Ireland foundation.
25 Ookwemin Street: A former hydro station that showcases adaptive reuse
Anishnawbe Health Toronto: Celebrating spaces that are meant to support indigenous communities.
The Lassonde Art Trail at Biidaasige Park: A tour led by the Executive Directors ahead of its official summer launch, showcasing how public art is transforming the new Port Lands
Architectural Highlights
The best way to capture the theme of “The World in a City”
Old City Hall: A rare chance for the public to tour the ornate (and vacant) interior
The Aga Khan Museum & Ismaili Centre: modern Islamic architecture.
TIFF Lightbox: Explore Toronto’s place in the global cinema culture.
Elgin Theatre and Winter Garden Theatre: the last operating stacked Edwardian theatre in the world.
Lower Bay Station: the famous “Ghost Station” which is featured in Suicide Squad, The Handmaid's Tale, and The Boys.
Pics or it didn’t Happen
Aka the most photogenic spots opening up across the city this weekend.
Thomas FIsher Rare Books Library: Six stories of old manuscripts.
401 Richmond Rooftop Garden: a restored tin factory turned creative community hub. On the roof is a garden oasis perfect for a midafternoon break
TD South Tower (54th floor): a sleek 1960s board room with an unobstructed 360º view of the city
Museum of Contemporary Art: Located in the junction triangle and filled with contemporary art installations
UofT department of Physics: View the skyline from a new perspective. Ideal for golden hour views of the city.
Beyond the Buildings
Guided Neighbourhood Tours: 14 tours are running, with 10 brand-new routes this year. More information about the tours can be found here. Here are some tours you don’t want to miss:
Rare access at Billy Bishop Airport
Architectural storytelling on the Toronto's Story in Four Spaces tour
Journey through immigrant history on the From The Ward To Kensington Market walk
Doors Open Talks Series: Panels and lectures investigating how public architecture shapes a city's identity. You can find out more about the talks and register here.
Celebrating 50 Years of the CN Tower
Happy 50th birthday to the CN Tower! To celebrate it’s 50th year, they are opening up rare operational and historical areas that are absolutely never open to the public during normal ticketed visits. This is a guided route that requires registration. You can learn more here.
Pro-Tips for Navigating the Weekend
Plan Ahead: Check building hours. Not every building is open on both of the days
Beating the Crowds: Arriving early for high-traffic sites (Osgoode Hall and the TD Centre 54th floor are always popular).
Register in advance: most tours and experiences require registration on the City of Toronto website before you arrive.
Join the Conversation: share your photos using the official hashtag #DOT26
See the full list of participating locations on the City of Toronto Website
