Things to do | Downsview Park

Park Alerts

Jun 14, 2023

- Play Zone Closure (June 14)

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Please be advised that the Play Zone will be closed on the morning of June 14 to lay down new mulch. We apologize for the inconvenience!

May 04, 2023

- Ticks in the Park

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Be tick-aware! Wear long sleeves/pants, use repellent, and stay on trails at Downsview Park. Remember to check for ticks after walks to be safe.

May 02, 2023

- Sesqui Trail Closure

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A portion of the Sesqui Trail at Downsview Park will be closed starting May 2 and will reopen in about two weeks.

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Looking for something to do on your next visit to Downsview Park? Look no further! From trails to snails, we have an endless list of things for you to do and see.

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The granite and limestone path at the edge of the lake at Downsview Park.

Lakeside Circuit

Complete these exercises one at a time until you’ve completed the circuit. Jog or walk quickly between each station to maintain your heart rate. Complete 3 circuits.

Aerial shot of circuit path

Free, Kids + 2 more

Circuit Path

The Circuit Path is a six-metre-wide paved pathway, offering four kilometres of walking paths—the large main loop is 2.7 kilometres (1.7 miles) with shortcuts along the way!

Walking/running

Model planes along a paved path that overlooks a body of water.

Free, Kids + 2 more

Sesqui Trail

The trail was designed in consultation with the Mississaugas of the Credit and incorporates visuals and public art to create an immersive and engaging experience for pedestrians.

Walking/running

A dirt path through a forest.

Free, Kids + 2 more

Urban Forest & Boake’s Grove

Have you visited the forest at Downsview Park? The forest is a beautiful space to explore with a variety of plant species growing in it.

Walking/running

A lookout point overlooking grassy fields and a body of water.

Free, Kids + 2 more

The Lookout

Located just off the Circuit Path, you can get amazing views of the Lake to the west, the Orchard and Urban Farm to the south and Mini Mound to the east.

A mom playing with her kid in the yellow model plane at the Play Zone.

Free, Toddlers + 2 more

Play Zone & Basketball Court

Our aviation-themed playground opened to the community in October 2017. It features colourful play structures, a basketball court, a sharing circle and more for all sorts of adventures.

Dogsview Park seen from afar. Fields, mulch and trees.

Free, Adults + 1 more

Dogsview Park

In November 2020, our dog park opened to the community of paw-rents and their dogs!

A close-up shot of apples growing in the Orchard.

Free, Kids + 2 more

Orchard Pavilion

The Orchard Pavilion is a 102 square metre (1,100 square fteet) programmable space in the Park’s southwest area, north of Downsview Park Boulevard.

A variety of colourful fruits and vegetables for sale.

Paid, Kids + 2 more

Urban Agriculture

Over the last 10 years, Downsview Park has been working on a plan to establish a 4-hectare (10-acre) urban agricultural farm.

A body of water surrounded by grass and trees.

Free, Kids + 2 more

Lake

There’s plenty of seating but you’re welcome to bring a picnic blanket and find a nice spot on the grass.

Ducks swimming in a pond surrounded by tall grass. A blue sky and clouds in the background.

Free, Kids + 2 more

Ponds (Upper & Lower)

The Upper Pond is the biggest of the two Ponds and connects directly to Boake’s Grove via a bioswale (a vegetated, shallow depression designed to capture and treat stormwater runoff).

A large crowd of people in red and white celebrating Canada Day on a field.

Free, Kids + 2 more

Festival Terrace

Hold your next event at Downsview Park! The Festival Terrace is the largest outdoor venue within the Greater Toronto Area, with a 5.5-hectare (13.6-acre) field and a capacity to host 40,000 people.

Walking/running

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