(AGENPARL) – Thu 28 August 2025 City of Toronto Media Relations has issued the following:
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News Release
August 28, 2025
City of Toronto invites residents and visitors to celebrate the end of summer this Labour Day long weekend
The City of Toronto is offering residents and visitors a wide variety of activities and attractions to enjoy during the Labour Day long weekend. Whether spending time outdoors, exploring cultural and historic spaces or enjoying family-friendly destinations, there are many opportunities to celebrate the final long weekend of the summer in Toronto.
City beaches
The City has 10 supervised swimming beaches to visit and enjoy. Lifeguards will be on duty daily from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan their visit and find more information on the City’s beaches webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/beaches-gardens-attractions/beaches/.
Outdoor pools, wading pools and splash pads
Most outdoor pools will close for the season on Sunday, August 31 at 4 p.m. A number of extended season outdoor pools will remain open through September with modified hours.
All wading pools close for the season on Sunday, August 31 and splash pads remain open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
More information including the list of extended season outdoor pools is available on the City’s Swimming & Water Play webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/program-activities/swim-water-activities/swimming-water-play.
Whether at the beach or a public pool, residents and visitors are encouraged to practice safe swimming by:
– Swimming only when lifeguards are on duty and within supervised swimming areas.
– Staying within arm’s reach of children who are in or near water.
– Never swimming alone or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
– Staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen and limiting exposure to heat and sun.
– Calling 911 in case of emergency.
Dog-only swim
Toronto’s four-legged residents are getting their turn in the pool. From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 31, select outdoor pools will host dog-only swim sessions before closing for the season. The swims are free and open to all dogs.
Each dog must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) who remains on the pool deck at all times. A maximum of two dogs is permitted per adult. More information about the dog-only swims is available on the City’s Swimming & Water Play webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/program-activities/swim-water-activities/swimming-water-play/.
Pet donations to Toronto Animal Services including peanut butter, freeze-dried treats and dog toys will be accepted at the pools. Residents can also support shelter pets by donating items from the City’s website: http://www.toronto.ca/business-economy/partnerships-sponsorships-donations/donate/donate-to-animal-services/our-wish-list.
Toronto Island Park
Toronto Island Park remains one of the city’s top summer destinations. Visitors are encouraged to:
– Buy tickets online before heading to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. Online ticket holders can go directly to the ferry boarding line at the terminal.
– Be patient and plan your trip ahead of time.
– Plan travel during non-peak hours – the ferry is busiest from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. when heading to the islands, and from 5:30 to 9 p.m. for return trips to the city, especially from Centre Island.
 More information about ferry services, including online ticket purchases, is available on the City’s ferries webpage: toronto.ca/ferries. 
Community centres and indoor pools 
Indoor pools and community centres will be open Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31 but will be closed on Monday, September 1. Find more information including a map with amenities on the Parks & Community Recreation Centres webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/parks-and-recreation-facilities/parks-and-community-recreation-centres-map.
Conservatories and greenhouses 
Allan Gardens Conservatory and Centennial Park Conservatory are free to visit and open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day this long weekend. More information is available on the City’s conservatories webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/beaches-gardens-attractions/gardens-and-horticulture/conservatories/.
Cultural centres 
Cultural centres will be operating on limited weekend hours and closed on Monday, September 1. Please consult the hours of operations and plan ahead by visiting the City’s website: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/cultural-centres-galleries/. 
Toronto History Museums 
Toronto History Museums will be open during regular business hours on Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. but will be closed on Monday, September 1.
Fort York National Historic Site will be open Monday, September 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visitors can enjoy free general admission including site tours, hands-on activities and more. More information is available on the City’s Museums webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/museums/.
Golf at municipal courses 
Toronto’s five municipal golf courses are open throughout the long weekend. Golfers are encouraged to book in advance, which can be done online by visiting the individual golf course webpage or by phone by calling the golf course. 
More information is available on the City’s golf webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/program-activities/sports/golf/. 
Tennis and pickleball courts 
Public tennis and pickleball courts will be available for use across the city throughout the long weekend. Players are asked to share the courts by limiting their play time to half-hour intervals if others are waiting to use them.  
More information about public courts is available on the City’s tennis webpage (www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/parks-and-recreation-facilities/tennis-court-listings/) and the City’s pickleball webpage (www.toronto.ca/data/parks/prd/facilities/pickleball-court/index.html). 
High Park Animal Display
The High Park Animal Display is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visitors are reminded that roads within High Park are closed to vehicles on weekends and holidays. More information is available on the City’s zoos and farms webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/beaches-gardens-attractions/zoos-farms/. 
Riverdale Farm 
Riverdale Farm is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the long weekend. More information is available on the City’s Riverdale Farm webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/beaches-gardens-attractions/zoos-farms/riverdalefarm/. 
St. Lawrence Market 
The St. Lawrence Market and the Saturday Farmers’ Market will be open regular hours during the Labour Day long weekend:   
– Saturday, August 30: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Farmer’s Market from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.  
– Sunday, August 31: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  
– Monday, September 1: Closed 
On Sunday, August 31, the Taste of the Caribbean Festival will fill Market Street with the food, crafts and culture of the Caribbean. Visit the vendors and enjoy live music from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, visit the St. Lawrence Market website: http://www.stlawrencemarket.com/.
Toronto Public Library 
All Toronto Public Library (TPL) branches will be closed on Sunday, August 31 and Monday, September 1. A full list of TPL branches and their hours of operation are available on the TPL website: tpl.ca/branches.
TPL cardholders can download and stream eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, newspapers, movies and music at any time by visiting the TPL website: tpl.ca/downloads. 
TTC 
The TTC will operate on its Holiday service schedule on Monday, September 1. More information is available on the TTC webpage: http://www.ttc.ca/riding-the-ttc/Updates/Holiday-Service. 
Toronto Zoo 
The Toronto Zoo will be open all three days from 9:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. More information, including how to purchase tickets, is available on the Toronto Zoo’s website: http://www.torontozoo.com. 
Important reminder about fireworks 
The Labour Day long weekend is not a designated fireworks day. Residents are only permitted to set off fireworks on their property if they have obtained a permit from Toronto Fire Services. Fireworks are not allowed in city parks or on beaches, balconies, streets, parking lots or other private property. 
The misuse or illegal sale of fireworks can be reported to 311 by phone or by submitting a service request on the City’s 311 webpage (www.toronto.ca/311). More information about fireworks rules is available on the City’s Fireworks webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/fireworks. 
Waste Drop-Off Depots
The City’s Drop-off Depots will be closed for residential drop-offs of garbage, yard waste, recyclables, household hazardous waste and electronics on Monday, September 1. For more information, visit the City’s Holiday Collection & Drop-off Depot Impacts webpage: http://www.toronto.ca/holiday-impacts