What’s closed and open in Toronto Civic Holiday Monday August 4 2025

The Civic Holiday falls on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025.

In Toronto, it’s known as Simcoe Day, though the holiday goes by different names in different provinces, and even in different Ontario communities. Since it’s a holiday, many businesses will not be operating as usual.

Here’s what’s open and closed on the Civic Holiday on Monday, Aug. 4 in Toronto.

Open:

Shopping:

• Eaton Centre – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• CF Markville – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• CF Fairview Mall – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• CF Sherway Gardens – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Hillcrest Mall – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Toronto Premium Outlets – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Dufferin Mall – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Scarborough Town Centre – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Gerrard Square – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Yorkdale – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Square One Shopping Centre – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Pacific Mall – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Food and grocery:

• Whole Foods
• Summerhill Market – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Eataly
• Rabba
• Longo’s – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Some Beer Stores – check specific locations for hours
• Most LCBO locations – check specific locations for hours
• Most major grocery stores will be open, but call ahead to confirm hours
• Most convenience stores will be open, but call ahead to confirm
• Most restaurants, bars, cafes and breweries that are typically open on Mondays will be open, but call to be sure

Tourist attractions and popular destinations:

• Ripley’s Aquarium – 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• AGO – 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Toronto Zoo – 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Canada’s Wonderland – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• ROM – 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• CN Tower – 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Aga Khan Museum – 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Hockey Hall of Fame – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m
• Centreville Amusement Park – 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Casa Loma – 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Arcadia Earth – 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Outdoor pools, wading pools and splash pads
• Parks and trails
• Toronto Island Park
• Allan Gardens Conservatory – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Centennial Park Conservatory – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• High Park Animal Display – 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Riverdale Farm – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tennis and pickleball courts

Closed:

• Take care to note that many restaurants are normally closed on Mondays. Call ahead to confirm
• Non-emergency federal, provincial and municipal (including City Hall) services
• Canada Post (no mail pick-up or delivery)
• Banks
• Libraries
• St. Lawrence Market

Transit:

• TTC will operate on holiday service
• Go Transit will run on a Saturday schedule

Garbage:

• No service impact

Fireworks:

• Fireworks are not allowed in city parks or on beaches, balconies, streets, parking lots or other private property