Family Day 2026 in Toronto: A Guide to the Long Weekend
The first long weekend of the year has arrived in Toronto, bringing a welcome respite from the recent brutal winter weather and cold warnings. With more bearable seasonal conditions expected, residents are encouraged to get out and enjoy the festivities. Family Day on Monday, February 16, 2026, offers a mix of closures and opportunities across the Greater Toronto Area.
What's Open for Family Day
Despite banks, government services, and libraries being closed, numerous attractions and venues will welcome visitors. Here is a list of key locations and their operating hours:
- Canadian International AutoShow: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Aga Khan Museum: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Arcadia Earth: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Art Gallery of Ontario: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- CN Tower: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Hockey Hall of Fame: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- High Park Zoo: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Ripley's Aquarium: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Riverdale Farm: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Royal Ontario Museum: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Toronto Zoo: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The City of Toronto is enhancing the holiday spirit with several free Family Day skating options at select outdoor rinks and trails, open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather-permitting. Notable locations include Nathan Phillips Square and Harbourfront Centre, both operating from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Indoor rinks are available at Gord and Irene Risk Community Centre from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Scarborough Arena Gardens from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., while the Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Several swimming pools and community centres will also be open at various times, offering a range of activities for families. For a full list and details, residents are advised to check the city's official resources.
Shopping and Transit Information
Many malls will be open for shopping, though hours may vary. Key malls include:
- Toronto Eaton Centre: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Bramalea City Centre: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Markville Mall: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Pacific Mall: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Promenade Mall: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Square One: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Toronto Premium Outlets: 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Upper Canada Mall: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Vaughan Mills: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Transit services will operate on modified schedules. The TTC will run on its Sunday schedule with an earlier start time of 6 a.m., while GO Transit will follow a Sunday schedule. Canada Post and garbage collection services will operate as normal, ensuring minimal disruption to daily routines.
What's Closed for Family Day
In observance of the holiday, several services and locations will be closed. These include:
- Municipal and provincial government services
- GTA schools, universities, and colleges
- Major banks
- Toronto Public Library branches
- Major grocery stores, LCBO, and Beer Store locations
- Select malls such as Dufferin Mall, Fairview Mall, Mapleview Shopping Centre, Scarborough Town Centre, Sherway Gardens, Shops at Don Mills, and Yorkdale Shopping Centre
- Attractions like the Museum of Contemporary Art and St. Lawrence Market
This comprehensive guide aims to help Toronto residents and visitors make the most of Family Day 2026, balancing relaxation with exploration in the city's diverse offerings.
