Toronto – The City of Toronto invites residents and visitors to enjoy the upcoming long weekend with fun activities and attractions. Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun, explore the city’s cultural gems or enjoy a relaxing day outdoors, there is something for everyone to enjoy this long weekend.
City Beaches
Soak up some sun and enjoy one of the city’s beaches this long weekend. The City encourages residents and visitors to enjoy the water safely by:
- Swimming only when lifeguards are on duty and within supervised swimming areas.
- Staying within arm’s reach of children who are in or near water.
- Never swimming alone or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen and limiting exposure to heat and sun.
Calling 911 in case of emergency.
The following beaches will continue to have supervised swim zones from Tuesday, September 3 to Sunday, September 8. Lifeguards will be on duty between 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.:
- Woodbine Beach
- Kew-Balmy Beach
- Cherry Beach
- Sunnyside Beach
Find more information and a map with all the beaches on the City’s Beaches webpage.
Outdoor pools, wading pools and splash pads
Outdoor pools, splash pads and wading pools are all great options for staying cool this summer. They will be open throughout the weekend with select sites open on Monday.
Dog-only swim
Dogs who have been waiting all summer for their chance to swim are invited to enjoy a free swim at select pools. Dog-only swim sessions will take place at ten locations on Sunday, September 1, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dogs must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older, who must remain on the pool deck. One adult can bring a maximum of two dogs.
Pet donations to Toronto Animal Services including peanut butter, freeze-dried treats and dog toys will be accepted at the pools. Residents can also support shelter pets by donating items from the City’s Our Wish List webpage.
More information about outdoor pools, wading pools, splash pads and the dog-only swims is available on the City’s Swimming & Water Play webpage.
Toronto Island Park
Toronto Island Park is a popular destination and – like other major attractions – will be busy this weekend. The City strongly encourages residents and visitors to:
- Be patient and plan ahead.
- Plan travel during non-peak hours—the ferry is busiest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. when heading to
- Toronto Island Park and from 5:30 to 9 p.m. for return trips to the mainland, especially from Centre Island.
- Buy tickets online before heading to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. Online ticket holders enter the terminal through a separate line during peak travel times.
More information about ferry services including online ticket purchases can be found on the Ferries to Toronto Island Park webpage.
Community Centres and Indoor Pools
Indoor pools and community centres will be open on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1 but will be closed on Monday, September 2. More information can be found on the City’s Parks & Community Recreation Centres Map webpage.
Tennis and pickleball courts
Public tennis and pickleball courts will be available across the city throughout the long weekend. Players are asked to share the courts by limiting their play time to half-hour intervals if others are waiting to use them.
More information about public courts is available on the City’s Tennis Court Listing webpage.
More information can also be found on the City’s Pickleball Court webpage.
Conservatories
Allan Gardens Conservatory and Centennial Park Conservatory are free and open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this long weekend. More information is available on the City’s Conservatories webpage.
Cultural Centres
Cultural Centres will operate limited weekend hours and close on Monday, August 5. More information about the Cultural Centres including hours of operation are available on the City’s Cultural Centres & Galleries webpage.
Golf at municipal courses
Toronto’s five municipal golf courses are open daily throughout the long weekend. Golfers are encouraged to book in advance. Tee times can be booked:
- online by visiting the individual course page
- by phone by calling the golf course.
More information is available on the City’s Golf webpage.
High Park Animal Display
The High Park Animal Display will be open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. all weekend. Residents and visitors are reminded that roads within High Park are closed to vehicular traffic on weekends and holidays. More information is available on the City’s Zoos & Farms webpage.
Riverdale Farm
Admission is free to Riverdale Farm, which will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the long weekend. More information is available on the City’s Riverdale Farm webpage.
St. Lawrence Market
Join Balfolk Toronto at St. Lawrence Market on Saturday, August 31, for a community dance class at 1:30 p.m., followed by a live music social from 2 to 3:30 p.m. featuring traditional and modern folk dances from French and Western European regions. More information can be found on the St. Lawrence Market webpage 
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Taste of the Caribbean returns to Market Street on Sunday, September 1. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy authentic flavours, live music and unique artisan crafts. More information can be found on the Taste of the Caribbean website .
The St. Lawrence Market will also be open during regular hours over the long weekend. The main building will be open on Saturday, August 31, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, September 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The weekly Farmers’ Market will be open on Saturday from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is closed on Mondays. For more information, visit the St. Lawrence Market website .
Toronto History Museums
Toronto History Museums are open on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free activities and programs available throughout the weekend. Fort York is open on Monday, September 2, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. All other museum sites are closed on September 2.
More information is available on the City’s Festival and Events calendar.
Road restrictions and closures
Several road restrictions and closures related to events and critical City-led infrastructure work are in effect which may impact travel throughout the long weekend. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and visit the City’s Road Restrictions and Closures webpage for more information.
More information about festivals and events is available on the City’s Festivals & Events Calendar webpage.
TTC
The TTC will operate on its Holiday service schedule on Labour Day. More information is available on the TTC’s webpage .
Toronto Zoo
As part of the Zoo’s 50th birthday celebrations, guests can visit the Wildlife Marquee starting through the Labour Day long weekend to join two LEGO Master Model Builders as they construct a 22-foot LEGO mosaic wall and a 3D animal ‘big build’!
Presented in partnership with LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and LEGODREAMZzz. More information can be found online .
Important Reminder about Fireworks
The Labour Day long weekend is not a designated day for fireworks. Residents are only permitted to set off fireworks on their property if they have obtained a permit from Toronto Fire Services. Fireworks are not allowed in City parks or on beaches, balconies, streets, parking lots or other private property.
The misuse or illegal sale of fireworks can be reported to 311 by phone or by submitting a service request on the City’s 311 webpage. More information about fireworks rules is available on the City’s Fireworks webpage.
Waste Drop-Off Depots
The City’s Drop-off Depots will be closed for residential drop-offs of garbage, yard waste, recyclables, household hazardous waste and electronics on Monday, September 2. For more information, visit the City’s Holiday Collection & Drop-off Depot Impacts webpage.
The Labour Day holiday marks the end of summer and is the last celebration before students return to school. This year, Labour Day is on Monday, September 2, and most City of Brampton administrative offices, including City Hall, will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Back-to-school safety tips
As students return to school, drivers are reminded to:
- Be alert when driving in school zones. Be mindful of all crosswalks, “No Parking” and “No Stopping” signs. Watch for children crossing at all points along your route.
- Do not block a school’s fire route, even for a few seconds. In an emergency, those precious seconds can make all the difference for first responders.
- Watch for crossing guards. The stop signs they hold have the same legal authority as a fixed stop sign at an intersection.
- Do not park/stop in bike lanes. The fine for parking/stopping in these lanes is $150.
Learn more about back-to-school road safety here.
Essential and Critical Services
All essential and critical services, including Fire and Emergency Services, Traffic Services, By-Law Enforcement, Road Operations and Security Services will continue to operate as usual.
Fireworks Safety
The safety of residents is the City’s top priority. Under the Fireworks By-law, the use, purchase, discharge, possession, display, sale and offering of fireworks is prohibited, except for City-led events. Sparklers are permitted.
For service information requests, residents can call 3-1-1, download the 311 Brampton app or visit us online at Brampton.ca. Penalties for failing to comply range from $500 to $1,000 and may reach up to $100,000 if a court summons is issued.
Recently, the City of Brampton announced a plan to hire 38 additional By-law Enforcement Officers and two support positions to respond to service requests. For more information, visit Brampton.ca/fireworks.
Brampton Transit
Brampton Transit will be operating on a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Monday, September 2. Customer Service counters at the terminals will be closed. The Contact Centre will be available to assist by phone from 7 am to 9 pm at 905.874.2999. Clark and Sandalwood Facilities, including Lost and Found, will be closed on Monday, September 2.
For route and schedule information, call 905.874.2999, visit bramptontransit.com, or follow @bramptontransit on X (formerly Twitter) for service updates.
Brampton Parks
All Brampton recreational trails, playgrounds and parks, including off-leash dog parks, remain open on Labour Day. Physical activity is important for everyone’s health and well-being!
Click here to discover our parks and recreational trails.
Brampton Recreation
Select City recreation centres will be open with modified hours of operation on Labour Day. A listing of open centres and holiday hours can be viewed here.
Registered programs such as swimming and skating lessons are not scheduled on Labour Day. Visit brampton.ca/summerfun for information on a variety of outdoor amenities and programs, including tennis and pickleball courts, splash pads and recreational trails.
Registration for most fall programs is now open, and registration for fall swimming and skating lessons opens on September 5. Browse programs and register at Brampton.ca/registerforprograms.
Brampton Library
All Brampton Library branches will be closed on Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2. Join Brampton Library online at bramptonlibrary.ca to borrow eBooks and audiobooks, stream television and movies and access a wide range of educational, creative and professional digital learning platforms. Register for summer clubs for all ages and enter to win prizes until September 3, 2024. All Brampton Library services and programs are free.
Brampton Animal Services
The Brampton Animal Shelter will be closed on Monday, September 2. Animal Control Officers will be on the road from 8 am to 6:30 pm and will continue to respond to emergency calls outside of these hours.
Visit Brampton.ca/animalservices for more information and resources.
Brampton On Stage
The Brampton On Stage Box Office, located at The Rose (1 Theatre Lane), will be closed on Monday, September 2. Tickets for shows and events may be purchased online at Bramptononstage.ca
Stay Connected
Residents can call 3-1-1 or 905.874.2000 (outside of Brampton), use the Brampton 311 app (available on App Store or Google Play), visit 311brampton.ca or email 311@brampton.ca for any inquiries. We are available 24/7 for any City of Brampton or Region of Peel matters.