What’s Open in Toronto for Easter 2025? Here’s Your Long Weekend Survival Guide
Hey everyone! So, Easter 2025 has finally arrived — and if you're anything like me, you’re probably wondering what’s actually open this weekend around Toronto and the GTA. Whether you’re trying to make plans with family, entertain out-of-town guests, or just figure out where to grab a coffee or do some shopping, here’s a full rundown of what’s open and closed this Easter long weekend.
Let’s start with the good news — Toronto’s top tourist attractions are wide open . You can take in the skyline from the CN Tower, which is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. all weekend, or get up close with marine life at Ripley’s Aquarium, open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. from Friday through Sunday. The ROM is also a great option, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and the Toronto Zoo is welcoming visitors from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. with their weekend and holiday schedule.
Now for the shopping side of things. Malls are a bit of a mixed bag. Toronto Eaton Centre and Toronto Premium Outlets are open with adjusted hours, but many others — like Yorkdale, Sherway Gardens, Vaughan Mills, and Square One — are closed on both Good Friday and Easter Sunday . So definitely check the hours before heading out. Pacific Mall is the MVP here, staying open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you’re venturing to CF Markville or Promenade Shopping Centre, they’ll be open limited hours on Friday and closed Sunday.
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For grocery needs, Rabba stores are your best friend — open 24/7, rain or shine, holiday or not. Loblaws at Carlton and Kitchen Table on King will also keep regular hours through the weekend. Just keep in mind most other grocery spots will be closed either Friday, Sunday, or Monday.
On the booze run? Not so fast — LCBO and The Beer Store will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday , so plan ahead if you’re hosting brunch or dinner.
Public transit will still be running, though on reduced schedules. The TTC will follow a holiday schedule on Good Friday, running like a typical Sunday. And GO Transit is also sticking to a Sunday timetable , so if you're heading out of town or to the suburbs, check your route first since not all lines operate on weekends.
When it comes to government services , it’s pretty much a ghost town. Banks, Service Ontario, Service Canada, Canada Post — all closed on Friday and Monday. The Toronto Public Library? Also closed Friday, Sunday, and Monday. So if you’ve got anything urgent to handle, you’ll need to wait until Tuesday.
As for garbage and recycling pickup, don’t drag your bins out too early — Monday pickups are pushed to Tuesday, and everything moves forward a day from there. Plus, all drop-off depots and transfer stations are closed Monday too.
So there you have it — a complete rundown to help you navigate Easter weekend in Toronto. Whether you're planning family outings, grocery runs, or just want to avoid a closed-door disappointment, now you’re all set. Happy Easter, folks!
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