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Summers in Toronto will be merrier as Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) 2025 will exhibit movies under the open sky at three parks across the city: Fort York, Christie Pits, and Corktown Common from June 12th through August 24th.
As always, we have you covered on everything you need to know about this must-attend outdoor film fiesta in the city.
15 Years of Movies Showcase with Community Vibes
Returning for its 15th season, Toronto Outdoor Picture Show celebrates this milestone with the theme When We Were Young, reflecting on the festival’s start, growth, and coming of age to become a staple in the Toronto community.
To reflect this theme, there will be a diverse collection of short and feature films about the wonder of childhood, the never-easy process of growing up, and coming of age—at any age. Expect a curated line-up that spans generations and genres, from timeless romantic classics (Romeo + Juliet) to recent Oscar-winning animated adventures (Flow)—there will be something for everyone.
Quick TOPS 2025 Tips
- The festival is free to attend
- Takes place at three parks across the city: Fort York, Christie Pits, and Corktown Common
- Runs from June 12th through August 24th, featuring over 20 free screenings
- Screenings begin each night at sundown, but attendees are encouraged to join early to enjoy snacks, food vendors, and grab a seat before showtime!
- Food, popcorn, and beverages available for purchase on site
- Bring your blanket and chairs (Your picnics are welcome. Concessions available on site)
- TOPS events are accessible to most audiences. See all accessibility features here.
- Pets are allowed (as long as they are well-behaved and you pick up after them)
- You can support the community festival by making a donation here.
- Stay updated here on schedule changes in the event of inclement weather (In Toronto, you never know sometimes)
What’s Playing (Where and When)
We have summarized what plays at Toronto Outdoor Picture Show 2025 at Fort York, Christie Pits, and Corktown Common. The comprehensive festival program schedule is also available here.
FORT YORK
The festival will kick off with an extended opening weekend at Fort York on June 12th and run over six consecutive evenings until June 17th. There will be pre-show programming every evening, such as vintage lawn games, chalk art painting, a celebratory photo booth, a costume contest, and lots of fun activities.
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- June 12th: Romeo + Juliet
- June 13th: Lovers Rock
- June 14th: The Wizard of Oz
- June 15th: Y tu mamá también
- June 16th: I Saw the TV Glow
- June 17th: Clueless
CORKTOWN COMMON
After the opening weekend, the festival will move to a vibrant east end park, Corktown Common, showcasing movies on Thursday evenings beginning on July 3rd
- July 3rd: Dazed and Confused
- July 10th: Moonlight
- July 17th: Speed Sisters
- July 24th: Stand By Me
- July 31st: Challengers
- August 7th: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?
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CHRISTIE PITS PARK
Those looking to vibe with community and movies just before the work day can attend the weekly Sunday evening screening, from July 6th through closing night on August 24th, at the beautiful Christie Pits Park. Line-up includes acclaimed hits like Lady Bird and Flow
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- July 6th: Hunt for the Wilderpeople
- July 13th: The Royal Tenenbaums
- July 20th: Before I Change My Mind
- July 27th: Past Lives
- August 3rd: Lady Bird
- August 10th: When Morning Comes
- August 17th: Flow
- August 24th: Closing (As part of the 15th anniversary season, every person who makes a charitable donation of $15 or more on the TOPS website will be invited to vote on the festival’s closing night film in August)
Let’s Keep the Festival Going
Donations make TOPS’ programming possible, creating accessible public programming for people across the city to enjoy open-air cinema—year after year. Those looking to support the festival can make ongoing monthly or one-time donations to help the festival grow. Donors will also receive benefits to enjoy across the 2025 festival season – see all available perks at TOpictureshow.com/donate.
As part of the 15th anniversary season, every person who makes a charitable donation of $15 or more on the TOPS website will be invited to vote on the festival’s closing night film in August. All donations made through the TOPS website will receive a charitable tax receipt.
For more information about the festival’s full lineup and schedule, check out TOPS’ website here.
As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.
About Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) is a charitable organization dedicated to bringing high quality, accessible, and engaging outdoor film programming to neighbourhoods across the city. With its diverse selection of films and its emphasis on communal experience since 2011, TOPS aims to nurture cinephilia and enrich Toronto’s outdoor spaces.
Toronto Outdoor Picture Show 2025
When: June 12th to August 24th
Where: Fort York, Christie Pits, and Corktown Common (View complete list of programming here)
Admission: Free