Join us at MOCA for two full days of free, interactive programmes that are open to visitors of all ages as part of Doors Open Toronto!
Come experience all three floors of MOCA, with dynamic exhibitions and new commissions by Jessica Stockholder, Margaux Williamson, Alex Da Corte, Justin Ming Yong, and Jennie C. Jones.
Visitors can delve into the unique history of the Auto BLDG, explore the Junction Triangle Neighbourhood, and investigate the architecture and parklands that make up our city.
Programmes
Drop-in Tours
Saturday, May 24 | 12 pm and 2 pm
Join MOCA’s Arts Educators for an in-depth tour of the museum’s current exhibitions. Starting on Floor 1, the tour will begin with the utilitarian-based works of Jessica Stockholder and Justin Ming Yong and shift into a captivating audio experience with Jennie C. Jones’ sound installation. Audiences can then find the works of Alex Da Corte and Margaux Williamson on the upper floors and enjoy a surprise elevator installation on their way down.
Drop-in Activities
Paper Portals
Saturday–Sunday, May 24–25 | 10 am–5 pm
Inspired by Doors Open Toronto and this year’s theme of play, this drop-in activity invites you to draw your own interactive paper doorway. Will it open into a historic building, a secret clubhouse, or a world entirely your own? With help from MOCA’s art educators, you can even experiment with pop-up book techniques to transform your doorway into a fun 3D scene!
This free activity runs all weekend long. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Perfect for curious creators of all ages!
Muay Thai Presentation
Sunday, May 25, 2–3 pm
Set within the half-sized wrestling ring of Jessica Stockholder’s The Squared Circle: Ringing, the elite fighters of local Muay Thai gym, Fighters United, will present their Wai Kru with subsequent sparring sessions. The presentation builds on the joint themes of connection, community and gathering, nodding to the physical contact being made, as well as its avoidance.
About Doors Open Toronto 2025
Over 150 buildings are open to the public during the Doors Open weekend. Learn more and explore participating buildings here.
Visiting Information
Admission is free for all visitors during the Doors Open Toronto weekend. Visitors can book in advance to guarantee entry. The last time slot for entry is 4:30 pm.
Food and Drink
Food and drink are not permitted in the museum. Food and beverages can be enjoyed inside the café or in the museum’s outdoor spaces.
