Theatres
Fully-equipped performing arts theatres are available for rent at three libraries to support individuals and groups whose primary purpose is the promotion of cultural, educational and community activities.
Rental Fees
Half Day Rental Fee
- Five (5) hour booking – Morning (AM) or Evening (PM) time slots available
- Morning (AM) Timeslot – 9:00AM – 4:00PM
- Evening (PM) Timeslot – 5:00PM – 1:00AM
Additional hourly rate applies should booking exceed 5 hours
| Theatre | Non-Profit | Commercial |
| Fairview Theatre | $232.16 | $905.36 |
| Palmerston Theatre | $116.08 | $452.60 |
| York Woods Theatre | $232.16 | $905.36 |
Must provide proof of non-profit status to qualify.
Full Day Rental
- Ten (10) hour booking – Available 9:00AM – 1:00AM
Additional hourly rate applies should booking exceed 10 hours
| Theatre | Non-Profit | Commercial |
| Fairview Theatre | $464.31 | $1,810.72 |
| Palmerston Theatre | $232.15 | $905.20 |
| York Woods Theatre | $464.31 | $1,810.72 |
Must provide proof of non-profit status to qualify.
Hourly Fee
Additional hourly rate applies should:
- Morning (AM) Half Day Rental exceeds 5 Hours
- Evening (PM) Half Day Rental exceeds 5 Hours
- Full Day Rental exceeds 10 hours
| Theatre | Non-Profit | Commercial |
| Fairview Theatre | $46.43 | $181.07 |
| Palmerston Theatre | $23.21 | $90.52 |
| York Woods Theatre | $46.43 | $181.07 |
Must provide proof of non-profit status to qualify.
The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will be added to all rental and associated fees.
Fees are subject to an annual inflationary increase.
How to book a theatre
When not in use for library programs, the theatres can be rented between 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m., Monday - Sunday.
All booking applications are subject to theatre availability.
A valid credit card is required to book a theatre. Credit cards accepted include Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
The library's theatres can be rented using one of the following two application processes:
Regular Booking Application
Regular booking applications can be submitted at any time for dates in the current calendar year. All requests to book a theatre require a minimum two (2) months' notice.
Requests for dates in the following calendar year will be processed beginning October 1.
- Step 1: See room availability listings
- Step 2: Download and complete the regular theatre booking application form (PDF).
- Step 3: Send the completed application form by email to roombookingunit@tpl.ca.
Annual Priority Booking Application
Each June, the library accepts booking applications for dates in the following calendar year (January - December).
Toronto Public Library will begin accepting applications for the 2026 Annual Priority Theatre Booking process on June 1st, 2025.
2026 Annual Priority Booking Application is now closed. Please refer above for the regular booking application process.
Applications received prior to June 1st, 2025 will not be considered as part of the 2026 Annual Priority Theatre Booking Process
Applications received on or after July 1st, 2025 will not be considered as part of the 2026 Annual Priority Theatre booking Process
Annual priority applications are reviewed and processed according to the following guidelines:
- Applications received prior to June 1 will not be considered;
- Applications received after June 30 will be processed according to the regular booking application outlined above;
- Applications for consecutive-date bookings will be given priority;
- Applications from non-profit groups will be given priority;
- All requests are subject to theatre availability;
- Requests for the same date(s) at one theatre will be considered on a first-come-first serve basis;
- All applications will be time/date stamped;
Confirmation Notification:
- First round of confirmation notifications will be issued by the end of August;
- Applications not confirmed in the first round will be placed on a waiting list and processed between September 15 - September 30.
Terms and conditions
Please review the Terms & Conditions (PDF) of renting a theatre at Toronto Public Library.
Please also review our Rules of Conduct.
Additional fees and charges
| Service | Cost |
| After-hours fee | $30.13/hr (minimum charge is $60.26) |
Equipment
Piano - Half Day Rental Rate
- Five (5) hour booking
Additional hourly rate does not apply should you extend your half day rentals past 5 hours
| Service | Cost |
| Fairview Theatre | $50.00 |
| York Woods Theatre | $50.00 |
Piano – Full Day Rental Rate
- Ten (10) hour booking
Additional hourly rate does not apply should you extend your half day rentals past 10 hours
| Service | Cost |
| Fairview Theatre | $100.00 |
| York Woods Theatre | $100.00 |
Projector - Half Day Rental Rate
- Five (5) hour booking
Additional hourly rate does not apply should you extend your half day rentals past 5 hours
| Service | Cost |
| Fairview Theatre | $55.00 |
| Palmerston Theatre | $55.00 |
| York Woods Theatre | $55.00 |
Projector - Full Day Rental Rate
- Ten (10) hour booking
Additional hourly rate does not apply should you extend your half day rentals past 10 hours
| Service | Cost |
| Fairview Theatre | $110.00 |
| Palmerston Theatre | $110.00 |
| York Woods Theatre | $110.00 |
Phone or email assistance
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm
Call us: 416-397-5969
Email us: roombookingunit@tpl.ca