Victoria Day in Toronto: What’s open and closed Monday, May 19

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Published May 17, 2025 at 5:37 am

This year, Victoria Day falls on Monday, May 19, 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.

Here’s what’s open and closed in southern Ontario towns and cities this coming holiday Monday:

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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.

What’s open on Victoria Day in Toronto:

Shopping centres and malls:

  • CF Toronto Eaton Centre – Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • CF Markville – Open from 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)

Grocery and specialty food stores:

  • Whole Foods Market (Yorkville and Square One locations) – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Summerhill Market – Open (check individual locations for hours)
  • Eataly Toronto – Open (modified hours may apply)
  • 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 (check website for hours)
  • Aga Khan Museum – 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Hockey Hall of Fame – Open
  • Arcadia Earth Toronto – 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

Liquor and wine:

  • Select Beer Store locations – Some are open; check individual store listings
  • Some Wine Rack locations – Open (varies by location, typically those within grocery stores)

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

Major shopping centres:

  • CF Sherway Gardens – Closed
  • CF Fairview Mall – Closed
  • CF Shops at Don Mills – Closed
  • Yorkdale Shopping Centre – Closed
  • Scarborough Town Centre – Closed
  • Dufferin Mall – Closed
  • Gerrard Square – Closed

Liquor and retail:

  • LCBO stores – All locations are closed

Restaurants and cafés:

  • 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.

Whether heading out to an attraction, shopping, or just taking it easy, enjoy the long weekend and the unofficial start of summer in Toronto!