Doors Open on Toronto's Waterfront
Doors Open is returning this May with hundreds of sites that are normally closed or hidden from the public. The buildings that participate in Doors Open Toronto are selected for their cultural, historical, or architectural significance.
This year, on Toronto’s waterfront, we have 7 organizations opening their doors to the public.
May 24 - Billy Bishop Airport
Explore Toronto’s award-winning airport that has been open since 1939!
Access the airport’s safety vehicles and enjoy the self-guided tour through the underwater pedestrian tunnel, fire hall, exhibits, and more!
Date: May 24
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admittance: 4:00 PM)
May 24 + May 25 – Redpath Sugar
The Redpath Sugar Refinery was originally built in 1958 and has been operating ever since.
During Doors Open, visitors can explore the past and present of the iconic sugar refinery.
Date: May 24 - 25
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admittance: 4:00 PM)
May 24 – RevelHouse
One of Toronto's most iconic architecture firms, RevelHouse focuses on "Social Architecture", a term the organization has coined encompassing public attractions, mixed-use spaces and multi-family residential spaces.
Check out their waterfront office, learn about modern architecture practices, and discuss how design can better our public spaces.
Date: May 24
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admittance: 4:30 PM)
May 24 + 25 – The Second City
The Second City in Toronto is Canada’s largest improv comedy theatre and training centre. The comedy club has a long list of famous alumni, including Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Dan Aykroyd, and many more.
Visitors can access the Main Stage, John Candy’s Box Theatre, and learn about Toronto’s comedy history.
Date: May 24 - 25
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admittance: 5:00 PM)
May 24 + 25 – STN 334
Get a behind-the-scenes look at your local fire station. Don't miss the chance to meet firefighters, explore the firetrucks, and check out firefighter equipment.
Date: May 24 - 25
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admittance 4:30 PM)
May 24 + 25 – Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts
Built in 1909 and located on the Toronto Islands is the former Natural Science School.
Today, more than 300 artists per year create art at the Gilbraltar Point Centre for the Arts.
Tour studios, learn about the centre's history, and enjoy fun and games.
Date: May 24 - 25
Location: 443 Lakeshore Ave
Time: 10:00 AM – 4 PM (last admittance 3:30 PM)
May 24 + 25 – Church of St. Andrew
Explore one of Toronto Island’s hidden gems, a 140-year-old church on Wards Island. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass and acoustics.
Date: May 24 - 25
Address: 102 Lakeshore Ave
May 24: 10:00 AM – 5 PM (last admittance 4:45 PM)
May 25: 11:30 AM – 5 PM (last admittance 4:45 PM)
