Sat May 23 – Sun May 24 2026
Thanks for commenting on my post about the top 10 kid-friendly sites at this year’s Doors Open. Here are 20 more family-friendly sites:
- Toronto School of Art
Originally constructed in 1909 for the Scott Knitting Company
All ages activities:
- Building-wide scavenger hunt
- Custom button-making
- Still-life drawing
Location: 24 Ryerson Ave
2. Women’s Art Association of Canada
An award-winning gateway minutes from downtown Toronto
- Artists plein-air painting in the garden
- Outdoor book sale (art cards & art pieces)
- Sat 1pm: Piano performance
- Hands-on art-making activities for children & adults
Location: 23 Prince Arthur Ave
3. The Toronto Camera Club
A meeting place for international visual storytelling
- Sat & Sun 10am: Drop-in portraits for families, individuals & pets
- Second-hand gear will be available for purchase at the marketplace
- Tour a working darkroom & view how the process of film development works
- View photos on a two-storey screen, the antique camera collection & the club’s new mural
Location: 587 Mount Pleasant Rd
4. Lula Lounge
Home to Toronto’s Latin music scene
- Sat 12pm: Family-friendly beginner salsa lesson
- Explore the interior of Lula Lounge including the recently opened bi-level mezzanine area
Location: 1585 Dundas St W
5. Turner Fleischer – Toronto Studio
A multidisciplinary design studio
- A Lego construction zone will be available for families
- Project displays highlighting large-scale multi-residential & mixed-use communities
- 3D modelling demos
- Virtual-reality walk-throughs
- Wellness-focused studio tours
Location: 67 Lesmill Rd
6. Legislative Assembly of Ontario
Ontario’s Legislative Building – where the province’s laws are made
- A self-guided tour of that will lead you to the Legislative Chamber, exhibits & the Lieutenant Governor’s Suite
- Outside on the grounds, enjoy a scavenger hunt designed for kids
Location: 111 Wellesley St W
7. Toronto Star
A 100% Canadian owned & operated institution
- Step inside the newsroom
- Family-friendly crafts featuring newspapers
- Bring home a souvenir
Location: 8 Spadina Ave
8. Redpath Sugar
One of the last industrial establishments in the Toronto Harbour
- Self-guided tour featuring interactive activities
- Play as you immerse yourself in the process of sugar production
- Check out the Raw Sugar Shed
Location: 95 Queens Quay E
9. Textile Museum of Canada
The largest museum in the country dedicated exclusively to textiles
- Experience free access to multiple exhibitions
- Hands-on DIY textile activities
Location: 55 Centre Ave
10. Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Toronto
Dedicated to fostering friendship through culture
Saturday only:
- 9am, 11.30am: Karate demo
- 9.30am: Judo demo
- 12pm: Kyudo Demo
Saturday & Sunday:
- 10am: Tokenkai Sword Display
- Sat (12pm), Sun (9am): Aikido Demo
- 12pm: Shodo
- New cafe
Location: 6 Sakura Way
11. Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto
Built in 1919, the building was once the tallest in Toronto
- Family-friendly activities
Location: #100 158 Sterling Rd
12. STACKT Market
Built entirely from shipping containers
Saturday:
- 11am: Multi-cultural Vendor Market
- 11am: Shop Owner Meet & Greet
Sunday:
- 10am: Shop Owner Meet & Greet
- 1pm: All ages art workshop
Location: 28 Bathurst St
13. Aga Khan Museum
The museum shares a 6.8-hectare site with Toronto’s Ismaili Centre
- 10.30am – 5pm:
- Live Object Storytelling
- 20min arts & crafts sessions
- Live music performances
Location: 77 Wynford Dr
14. Evergreen Brick Works
Once an industrial brick factory, it has been transformed into a showcase of green design
Saturday:
- Farmers’ Market
- “Get Unplugged” light crafts & outdoor adventures
- Evergreen Garden Market
Sunday:
- The Ontario Artisan and Vintage Market
- The “Get Unplugged” light crafts & outdoor adventures
- Evergreen Garden Market
Location: 300 550 Bayview Ave
15. Heliconian Hall
Celebrating its 150th anniversary this year
Sunday:
- 10am – 5pm: Short dance, music, art & literature performances on the hour
Location: 35 Hazelton Ave
16. Gow Hastings Architects
A Toronto-based architecture and design studio
Saturday:
- 10am – 5pm: All ages workshop:
- Through writing, drawing, and model-making, staff will guide participants to explore the design of an urban school
Location: 275 Spadina Rd
17. Wychwood Barns
A community cultural hub
Sunday:
- 10am – 4pm:
- Art eco market
- Colouring station for kids
Location: 601 Christie St
18. Daniels Spectrum
A 60,000-square-foot cultural hub
- Regent Park Cultural Bazaar
- Performances
Location: 585 Dundas St E
19. The Riverdale Hub
Built in 1914 as a silent-picture theatre
- Rooftop garden will be open (limited capacity – weather dependant)
- Sat 10am – 5pm: Artisan market
- Revamped cafe menu
Location: 1326 Gerrard St E
20. YZD – Experience Centre
Offers an introduction to a $30B transformation of the former Downsview Airport lands
- Complimentary coffee, tea & light snacks
- Immersive 3D model showcasing the future of YZD
- Sun 12pm, 1.45pm, and 3.30pm:
- All-ages nature-inspired crafts
The fine print:
- This is not a comprehensive list of all the family-friendly sites
- Please confirm details with venues, for accuracy/ updates
- This list only includes sites in the city of Toronto
- This guide was produced independently of Doors Open
- Line ups are expected so plan accordingly:
- Arrive early
- Bring snacks / games / toys to entertain your kids while waiting
- Have a plan B (if lines are too long)
Enjoy!
Rasha🚪