Victoria Day in Toronto: What’s open and closed Monday, May 18

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Published May 14, 2026 at 11:16 am

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This year, Victoria Day falls on Monday, May 18, and it’s recognized as a federal statutory holiday across Canada, including here in Toronto. As with most long weekends, a number of businesses, attractions, and government services will operate on modified schedules or close entirely for the day.

If you’re planning to get out and about, shop, or run errands on Victoria Day, here’s a detailed look at what’s open and closed in Toronto.

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What’s OPEN on Victoria Day in Toronto

Shopping centres:

  • CF Toronto Eaton Centre – Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • CF Markville – Open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • CF Sherway Gardens – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • CF Shops at Don Mills – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • CF Fairview Mall – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Yorkdale Shopping Centre – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Dufferin Mall – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Scarborough Town Centre – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Hillcrest Mall – Open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Toronto Premium Outlets (Halton Hills) – Open from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Pacific Mall – Open (hours may vary by vendor)
  • Promenade Shopping Centre

Grocery and specialty food stores:

  • Whole Foods Market Yorkville – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Summerhill Market – Open
  • Eataly Toronto – Open
  • Rabba Fine Foods – Most locations open 24/7

Museums and attractions:

  • Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) – 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Gardiner Museum – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) – Open
  • Aga Khan Museum – 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Hockey Hall of Fame – Open
  • Arcadia Earth Toronto – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Little Canada – Open
  • Distillery District – Open

Family-friendly destinations:

  • Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada – 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Toronto Zoo – 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Canada’s Wonderland – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • CN Tower – Open
  • Casa Loma – Open
  • Riverdale Farm – Open
  • Allan Gardens Conservatory – Open
  • Distillery District (hours may vary by business)

Liquor and wine:

  • Select Beer Store locations – Some are open; check individual store listings

What’s CLOSED on Victoria Day in Toronto

Government and public services:

  • Canada Post – No mail delivery
  • Banks – Closed
  • Public libraries – Closed across the city

Shopping centres:

  • Gerrard Square – Closed

Liquor and wine:

  • LCBO stores – Some are open; check individual store listings

Restaurants and cafes:

  • Many restaurants are typically closed on Mondays – on a holiday Monday, it’s best to call ahead or check online before heading out

Transit service on Victoria Day:

  • TTC – Operating on a holiday schedule
  • GO Transit – Running on a Saturday schedule

Garbage collection:

  • No changes to garbage or recycling, pickup service will continue as usual