A picnic permit is required for groups larger than 25 persons, or groups of any size wishing to use the firepits. Wood is often provided free of charge with a fire pit reservation. Please call (416) 392-8188 to book a permit.

General Picnic Information for Toronto Islands

• Individuals/organizations may not bring alcohol onto Toronto Islands. Alcoholic beverages may be purchased in advance from Centreville Amusements and Catering. Please phone (416) 203-0405 for details.
• Propane or gas BBQs are not permitted on the Ferry Boats for safety reasons. You must only bring charcoal BBQs only.
• Shelters cannot be reserved or held, they are shared.
• No amplified music or microphones.
• Sale of food/items is not permitted.
• Tables and BBQs cannot be guaranteed. No balloons, decorations or signage permitted.
• No inflatable games, dunk tanks, generators or staked tents or tarps.
• No outside caterers are permitted on to the park. Please contact the exclusive caterer on the Toronto Islands for catering, Beasley Amusements & Catering at (416) 203-0405
• Please note bonfires require liability insurance in the amount of two million dollars naming the City of Toronto as additional insured.
• Please note that it is recommended that you arrive to your picnic area(s) booked for Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays by 10:00 a.m.
• Four-wheeled freight wagons (approx. 5' x 2 1/2' x 3') can be rented at the Mainland Ferry Docks on a first-come, first-served basis
• Picnic Sites Map (170KB PDF)

School groups and catering

Advance catering arrangements may be made by contacting Centreville Amusements and Catering. Please phone (416)203-0405 for details. Please note no outside caterers are permitted on the Toronto Islands.

Alcoholic beverages

Individuals/organizations may not bring alcohol onto Toronto Islands. Alcoholic beverages may be purchased in advance from Centreville Amusements and Catering. Please phone (416)203-0405 for details.

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