Plan Your Visit

Three ways to get here

The best way to get to the Fair is by taking public transportation. You can help minimize local traffic in the busy downtown core by walking, cycling, or taking the TTC.  

Public Transport: You can get off the TTC at Queen or Osgoode Subway Station and proceed to Nathan Phillips Square in under 5 minutes.

Cycling: There are many Bike Share Toronto stations near Nathan Phillips Square. You can ride one way or get a daily cycle pass for under $10.

Driving: Parking Lot 36 (110 Queen Street West) is the closest parking lot to Nathan Phillips Square. Please be aware that it will be busier than usual and parking is not guaranteed.

Find Your Way at the Event

Need help finding an artist? Want to know the time or location of the next Art Tour? Need a Fair Guide? Our volunteers, wearing yellow, would be more than happy to help you.

You can find the Main Info Booth in Zone D, South of the Hero Burger Building.

You can find additional info stations at the corner of Bay Street and Queen Street and near City Hall front doors.

*Please be aware that TOAF65 staff will not be frequently checking the emails or the office phone during the Fair. 

Where to Stay

The Hilton Toronto is located just 3 minutes from Nathan Phillips Square.

Address: 145 Richmond Street West, M5H 2L2.

Phone: 416-869-3456

Accessibility

TOAF is committed to serving all patrons, including persons with disabilities, in a radically welcoming and accessible environment.

Art Terrace – all are welcome!

Visit the cascading Art Terrace to discover music performances, enjoy a drink, or catch some shade and relax. Children and pets are welcome!

Heavenly Dreams

Never miss an opportunity for ice cream during Toronto’s summer days with Heavenly Dreams Ice Cream. For over 24 years, this local shop has been serving ice cream across Ontario to thousands of adults and children and will be bringing their sweet treats to TOAF65!

Nabulu Coffee

Nabulu Coffee was founded in 2021 out of a passion for fine coffees and a love for elephants. Nabulu Coffee Trailer offers exceptional specialty coffee that’s been roasted by Brothers’ Coffee Roasters in Oakville, and serves to provide the highest calibre of beverages and customer experience around the GTA.

Lemon Bar

Cool down with Lemon Bar’s vibrant flavours! From coffee to cocktails, Lemon Bar explores innovation through their unique drinks, celebrating culture and creativity. Lemon Bar prioritizes making memorable experiences for their guests, so whether you are looking for a quick refreshment or a completely tailored menu for your event, they guarantee an unforgettable drink experience.

The Pop Stand

Explore decadent frozen treats at The Pop Stand through their variety of ice pops made from fresh and locally produced fruits and ingredients. From Blueberry Lavender Lemon, zesty mango lime, and classic flavours, The Pop Stand will satisfy your summer cravings with their carefully curated selection of sweets.

Tropic Love

Specializes in serving fresh fruit smoothies from a tiki-hut style bar. Customers can choose between watermelon, pineapple, and coconut water.  The fruit is blended with ice and served in the fruit shell, hence the phrase “drink from a fruit.”

Washrooms

Public washrooms are located North of Hero Burger and additional portable toilets can be found between Hero Burger and the skate rental booth. There are also washrooms available inside City Hall in the basement East side (with changing tables and nursing area). Please be aware that City Hall closes at 6:00 PM on Saturday.

Accessible Washrooms

Accessible washrooms are located inside the building behind Hero Burger and inside City Hall on the main floor next to the East elevators.

Water Refill

Grab a free drink of water at our water stations located throughout Nathan Phillips Square. Please bring a refillable water bottle as no bottled water is sold at Nathan Phillips Square.

Shade/AC

Nathan Phillips Square has few shaded areas and it can get quite hot over the July weekend. Please dress according to the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and drink plenty of fluids. Enjoy our shaded rest zones in the Art Terrace/Stage, and in the centre of Zone A/Student Zone. There is air conditioning inside City Hall.

First Aid

First Aid/Medical Services are present during the Fair in Zone E.

Security 

You can contact City Hall Security in-person at the security desk located just inside the main doors of City Hall on the right.

Lost & Found

Misplaced something? Check the Main Info Booth in Zone D and the Nathan Phillips Security Desk inside City Hall to see if someone has found it. If you realize you have misplaced something after the Fair has ended, email [email protected]

Report Incidents

You can make an anonymous report to TOAF staff if you witness an incident. We will not be able to follow up with you directly on an anonymous report, but we will investigate and take necessary actions to prevent a recurrence. If you choose not to remain anonymous, a member of our team may reach out to you directly to discuss the incident further.

Complete Incident Report

Health & Safety

Are you feeling unwell? Please stay at home if you’re feeling sick!

You can always join the Online Fair.

Emergency Plan 

In case of a major emergency or evacuation, please follow the directions of staff onsite. 

Help be the eyes and ears onsite. If there is a security incident, suspicious or unwelcome behaviour, or any other issues, report it to the Main Info Booth in Zone D or to TOAF staff so the appropriate emergency procedure can be followed.

If there is an emergency please call 9-1-1 and then contact TOAF staff.