Concert Halls, Theatres and Arenas in Toronto
This guide covers major concert halls, theatres and arenas in Toronto, based on Google ratings and reviews from October 2026. The list includes 20 venues, with a strong concentration in Old Toronto. Most venues do not have a listed price level, though two live music venues are noted as moderate. The highest rated venue is Koerner Hall with a 4.9 score from 1453 reviews.
Old Toronto is the most common neighbourhood, featuring 17 of the 20 venues. The remaining venues are in Etobicoke and North York. The high ratings suggest overall satisfaction with these performance spaces. Reviewers frequently mention specific aspects like acoustics, comfortable seating, and the quality of productions. Common mentions include beautiful theatre architecture, friendly staff, and intimate spaces.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Koerner Hall | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 1,453 | |
| 2 | Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 3,216 | |
| 3 | Paradise Theatre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 1,330 | |
| 4 | Princess of Wales Theatre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 7,919 | |
| 5 | CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 7,344 | |
| 6 | Royal Alexandra Theatre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 4,697 | |
| 7 | Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 3,505 | |
| 8 | The Cameron House | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,293 | $$ |
| 9 | Famous PEOPLE Players | Etobicoke | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 621 | |
| 10 | Scotiabank Arena | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 40,647 | |
| 11 | Rogers Centre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 39,685 | |
| 12 | Comedy Bar Danforth | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,105 | |
| 13 | HISTORY | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 5,466 | |
| 14 | El Mocambo | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 795 | $$ |
| 15 | Tarragon Theatre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 716 | |
| 16 | Meridian Arts Centre | North York | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,113 | |
| 17 | The Globe and Mail Centre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 677 | |
| 18 | The Great Hall | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,488 | |
| 19 | Canadian Opera Company | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 538 | |
| 20 | Crow's Theatre | Old Toronto | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 517 |
Koerner Hall
Koerner Hall is a concert hall in Old Toronto with a 4.9 rating from 1453 reviews. Reviewers often mention its excellent acoustics, sound quality, and comfortable seats. The venue's architecture, design, and sight lines are also highlighted by guests.
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts in Old Toronto has a 4.8 rating from 3216 reviews. This performing arts theater is known for opera and ballet, with reviewers specifically mentioning The Nutcracker and La Boheme. Patrons also praise the acoustics and view of the stage.
Paradise Theatre
Paradise Theatre is a performing arts theater in Old Toronto, rated 4.8 from 1330 reviews. Reviewers often mention its candlelight concerts, string quartets, and interactive experiences. The venue is a restored theatre noted for its intimate atmosphere and screenings.
Princess of Wales Theatre
The Princess of Wales Theatre in Old Toronto has a 4.7 rating from 7919 reviews. Reviewers frequently note the friendly staff and comfortable seats with good leg room. Productions like Hamilton and The Lion King are commonly mentioned by guests.
CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre is a performing arts theater in Old Toronto with a 4.7 rating from 7344 reviews. Patrons often praise the friendly staff, comfortable seats, and beautiful theatre. Reviewers also mention the special effects and mezzanine seating.
Royal Alexandra Theatre
The Royal Alexandra Theatre in Old Toronto has a 4.7 rating from 4697 reviews. This performing arts theater is noted for comfortable seats and balcony seating. Reviewers often mention specific shows like Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen.
Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres
Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres in Old Toronto hold a 4.7 rating from 3505 reviews. Reviewers often mention the beautiful theatre architecture and comfortable seats. The old theatre charm and mezzanine seating are also frequently noted by patrons.
The Cameron House
The Cameron House is a live music venue in Old Toronto with a moderate price level and a 4.7 rating from 1293 reviews. It is cash only and reviewers mention its cosy front room, murals, and comedy nights. The venue opens daily, with hours starting at 16:00 or 17:00.
Opening hours
- Sun 17:00-02:00
- Mon 16:00-02:00
- Tue 16:00-02:00
- Wed 16:00-02:00
- Thu 16:00-02:00
- Fri 16:00-02:00
- Sat 16:00-02:00
Famous PEOPLE Players
Famous PEOPLE Players is a performing arts theater in Etobicoke with a 4.8 rating from 621 reviews. This women-owned venue is known for its black light shows. Reviewers often mention birthday celebrations, kind staff, and the talented performers' heartwarming stories.
Scotiabank Arena
Scotiabank Arena in Old Toronto is an arena with a 4.6 rating from 40647 reviews. The venue recommends getting tickets ahead of time. It offers various accessibility features including wheelchair accessible seating, parking, and restrooms.
Rogers Centre
Rogers Centre is a stadium in Old Toronto with a 4.6 rating from 39685 reviews. Like other large venues, it recommends getting tickets ahead of time. It provides wheelchair accessible seating, entrance, parking, and restrooms.
Comedy Bar Danforth
Comedy Bar Danforth is a comedy club in Old Toronto with a 4.7 rating from 1105 reviews. Reviewers mention QR code ordering, an intimate venue, and improv shows.
Opening hours
- Sun 17:30-00:00
- Mon 18:00-00:00
- Tue 18:00-00:00
- Wed 18:00-02:00
- Thu 18:00-02:00
- Fri 17:30-02:00
- Sat 17:30-02:00
HISTORY
HISTORY is a live music venue in Old Toronto with a 4.6 rating from 5466 reviews. It is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Reviewers often mention the concert venue's sound system, acoustics, and spaciousness with a good view of the stage.
Opening hours
- Sun 00:00-24:00
- Mon 00:00-24:00
- Tue 00:00-24:00
- Wed 00:00-24:00
- Thu 00:00-24:00
- Fri 00:00-24:00
- Sat 00:00-24:00
El Mocambo
El Mocambo is a live music venue in Old Toronto with a moderate price level and a 4.7 rating from 795 reviews. Reviewers often mention the renovations to this historic venue. The sound system and live bands are also frequently noted by patrons.
Tarragon Theatre
Tarragon Theatre is a performing arts theater in Old Toronto with a 4.7 rating from 716 reviews. Reviewers describe it as an intimate space and small theater. Patrons also mention friendly staff and accessibility, and note its involvement with the Fringe Festival.
Meridian Arts Centre
Meridian Arts Centre is a performing arts theater in North York with a 4.6 rating from 2113 reviews. Reviewers often mention its acoustics and describe it as an intimate space. The venue hosts dance recitals, comedy shows, and graduation ceremonies.
The Globe and Mail Centre
The Globe and Mail Centre is an event venue in Old Toronto with a 4.7 rating from 677 reviews. Reviewers often mention it as a wedding venue with a rooftop patio, city views, and a lake view.
Opening hours
- Mon 09:00-17:00
- Tue 09:00-17:00
- Wed 09:00-17:00
- Thu 09:00-17:00
- Fri 09:00-17:00
The Great Hall
The Great Hall is an event venue in Old Toronto with a 4.6 rating from 1488 reviews. It is open weekdays from 10:00 to 18:00. Reviewers mention it as an intimate venue and wedding venue with good acoustics and a balcony.
Opening hours
- Mon 10:00-18:00
- Tue 10:00-18:00
- Wed 10:00-18:00
- Thu 10:00-18:00
- Fri 10:00-18:00
Canadian Opera Company
The Canadian Opera Company in Old Toronto has a 4.7 rating from 538 reviews. Reviewers mention concerts, orchestra performances, and ballet. Patrons also note helpful staff and free concerts, with specific operas like La Boheme referenced.
Crow's Theatre
Crow's Theatre is a performing arts theater in Old Toronto with a 4.7 rating from 517 reviews. Reviewers describe it as an intimate space and cozy theatre with no bad seats. Engaging productions and independent theatre are also frequently mentioned.
Tips before you go
- Check individual venue hours, as they vary widely; some like HISTORY are open 24/7, while others like The Globe and Mail Centre have weekday business hours.
- Note that The Cameron House operates on a cash-only basis, so plan accordingly for visits.
- Large arenas like Scotiabank Arena and Rogers Centre recommend getting tickets ahead of time.
- For comedy, Comedy Bar Danforth uses QR code ordering for drinks and has late hours on weekends.
- Most venues are in Old Toronto, but some are located in Etobicoke and North York.
- Two live music venues, The Cameron House and El Mocambo, are listed with a moderate price level.
How we made this list
A weighted rating calculation was applied so that venues with very few reviews do not rank disproportionately high. Only venues with at least 300 Google reviews were considered for inclusion. Furthermore, the list includes only venues that were open and operating at the time of data collection. The data includes ratings, review counts, price levels, neighbourhoods, hours, and reviewer topics.
Questions about venues in Toronto
Which Toronto neighbourhood has the most venues on this list?
Old Toronto has by far the most venues, with 17 of the 20 listed places located there. The remaining three venues are in Etobicoke and North York. This concentration reflects the central role of Old Toronto in the city's performing arts and live event scene. The data shows venues like Koerner Hall and the Four Seasons Centre are in this area.
Are these venues accessible?
Yes, accessibility is a common feature. Most venues list wheelchair accessible entrances, seating, parking, and restrooms. Specific venues like the Princess of Wales Theatre and CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre also have hearing loop systems. It is always best to check with the individual venue for specific needs. The facts provided include these accessibility features for each place.
What are the price levels like?
Most venues do not have a specific price level listed in the data. However, two live music venues, The Cameron House and El Mocambo, are noted as having a moderate price level. For all other venues, ticket prices would vary by event and seating. The data does not provide specific price points or ranges for tickets.
Do I need to make reservations or buy tickets in advance?
For large arenas and stadiums like Scotiabank Arena and Rogers Centre, the data specifically recommends getting tickets ahead of time. For theatres and other venues, while not explicitly stated, it is standard practice to purchase tickets in advance for specific performances or events. The features list for these two large venues includes 'recommend_getting_tickets_ahead'.
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