2027 Doors Open Site Participation

Each year, more than 150 buildings and sites participate in Doors Open Toronto, a city-wide celebration of architecture, design and urban exploration. The City of Toronto is excited to work with the community to showcase Toronto’s remarkable places to residents and visitors.

2027 Theme: Behind the Scenes

The public are invited to explore the hidden workings of Toronto – the spaces, systems, jobs and communities that keep the city moving every day. Through guided neighbourhood tours, insightful talks and access to more than 150 buildings and sites, Doors Open reveals how what happens outside of public view shapes our everyday lives. Celebrate the people and connections behind the spaces we use, the things we make and the communities we build. Through rare access and unique experiences, visitors will gain a deeper appreciation for the city and the work that keeps it running.

Site Criteria

Preference is given to sites that:

• Are not usually open to the public or have areas not usually open to the public, but have some significant architectural features and/or have historical, social or cultural significance to the city
• Are open to the public, but have some significant architectural features and/or have historical, social or cultural significance to the city, e.g. churches, banquet halls and theatres
• Can commit to opening their doors for two full days, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Are celebrating significant anniversaries
• Recognized by heritage, urban design and/or architectural awards
• Have significant original interior features and/or successful adaptive reuse features
• Feature contemporary design excellence and/or innovative green, sustainable or LEED elements
• Located in destination clusters (several venues in one area)
• Represent the cultural diversity of Toronto
• Sites located throughout Toronto, including Scarborough, North York, York, Etobicoke and East York, as well as downtown
• Can demonstrate enhanced or thematic programming