What’s Open and Closed on New Year’s Day 2025 in Toronto

As 2025 kicks off, it’s important to know which services and venues are open or closed in Toronto. Whether you’re recovering from a late night or planning an outing, this guide will help you navigate the day without surprises. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what’s open and closed on New Year’s Day.

Open on New Year’s Day

Toronto offers a range of activities and services available on January 1. Here’s where you can head out:

• Cultural Attractions:
  • Art Gallery of Ontario
  • Aga Khan Museum
  • Royal Ontario Museum
  • CN Tower
  • Ripley’s Aquarium
  • Toronto Zoo
• Shopping:
  • Toronto Eaton Centre
  • Pacific Mall
  • Toronto Premium Outlets
  • Square One Shopping Centre
  • Vaughan Mills Shopping Centre
• Supermarkets and Stores:
  • Select Shoppers Drug Mart and Rexall locations
  • Galleria Supermarket (various locations)
  • Rabba Fine Foods (various locations)
  • The Kitchen Table (various locations)
  • Summerhill Market (various locations)
  • Wine Rack
• Recreational Spaces:
  • Nathan Phillips Square and other outdoor skating rinks
• Transportation:
  • TTC will operate on a holiday schedule
  • GO Transit will provide Saturday service

Closed on New Year’s Day

While many attractions remain open, several services and stores will be unavailable:

• Shopping Centres:
  • CF Sherway Gardens
  • CF Fairview Mall
  • Yorkdale Shopping Centre
  • Dufferin Mall
• Liquor and Alcohol:
  • LCBO
  • Beer Store
• Community and Government Services:
  • Banks
  • Toronto Public Library branches
  • Community centres
  • Mail delivery services
  • Government offices
• Other Attractions:
  • Canada’s Wonderland
  • Hockey Hall of Fame
  • Gardiner Museum

Plan Your New Year’s Day

If you’re planning an outing, check the operating hours of your destination as some locations may have reduced hours. Whether you’re visiting cultural landmarks, shopping, or skating outdoors, Toronto has plenty to offer on New Year’s Day. For those staying in, remember to stock up ahead of time as major grocery chains will be closed.

Wishing you a Happy New Year, Toronto! Stay warm and enjoy the first day of 2025.