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Here’s what’s open and closed on Christmas Day in Toronto

Christmas Day is right around the corner, and much of Toronto will be taking a pause to celebrate. If you’re planning to step out for some fresh air or stretch your legs, this guide to what’s open and closed on Christmas Day in Toronto will help you plan ahead.

Keep in mind that most stores and malls will be open on Christmas Eve and will resume with extended hours on Boxing Day.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Toronto!

What’s open and closed on Christmas Day?

Open

  • Ripley’s Aquarium
  • Toronto Zoo
  • Cineplex theatres
  • Rabba Fine Foods stores
  • Wine Rack stores
  • Pacific Mall
  • Summerhill Market stores
  • Shoppers Drug Mart stores
  • Riverdale Farm
  • High Park Zoo
  • Select City of Toronto skating rinks
  • GO Transit — Saturday schedule
  • TTC — Sunday service

Closed

  • Shopping malls
  • Most retail stores
  • Most major attractions — including Distillery District Winter Village, and Canada’s Wonderland
  • Most grocery and big-box chains
  • St. Lawrence Market
  • LCBO
  • Beer Stores
  • Toronto Public Library branches
  • Toronto community centres
  • Mail delivery services
  • Government offices

Now that you know what’s open and closed on Christmas Day in Toronto, you can plan ahead!

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