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Dream in High Park is one of Canada’s largest and longest running outdoor professional theatre events, taking place at the picturesque High Park Amphitheatre, and welcoming over 30,000 audience members to the park each year. Dream has grown into a large-scale cultural event that runs throughout the summer: an inclusive family-friendly event that provides accessible access to art and engages the local community.
We invite you to explore everything Dream has to offer and can't wait to see you in the park!
Protect High Park
High Park is a unique and sacred ecosystem. We can all do our part to keep it vibrant for generations to come. Here are some guidelines on how to enjoy the park responsibly:
- Stay on paths. They were created to allow you to enjoy nature without affecting it. Stepping off a marked path may seem innocent, but it can result in damage to animal habitats and nests and can cause harm to native plants vital to maintaining balance in the ecosystem.
- Don’t disturb plants and animals by moving their things around. This is their home. That branch might have a specific purpose. Best to leave everything as is. They will appreciate it.
- Leave no trace. Anything you bring on your visit including wrappers, snacks and masks, should exit the park when you do.
- Open your heart. The beauty of High Park is to be experienced with your heart. Be present, listen to the sounds, enjoy the views and smells, feel the freshness of the air, and your spirit will swell.
By following these responsible practices, we can minimize our impact on the natural environment in High Park. Enjoy your visit!
Please note that vehicular access to the park is very limited. Please be prepared to walk to the Amphitheatre from one of the numerous points of entry to High Park.
The High Park Amphitheatre is situated in the heart of one of Toronto's most significant and iconic natural sites, High Park - 1873 Bloor Street West, Toronto
Please visit our High Park Venue and Directions page for detailed location maps and directions.
The pathway leading from the road/sidewalk to the Amphitheatre seating is a natural, unpaved pathway and you may encounter tree roots, rocks, and sections of uneven ground.
Accessible seating is available in the top row of the Amphitheatre. Please inform our Box Office representatives if you require accessible seating when booking your tickets.
At least one accessible portable washroom will be available with roll in ground level access, grab bars, and a self-closing, unmotorized door.
While the pathway within the amphitheatre grounds is lit after sunset, the portion of pathway between the amphitheatre grounds and the road/sidewalk is not.
Wheel Trans Arrivals
Wheel Trans Vehicles are permitted to enter High Park on weekends, via bookings on the Wheel Trans website. Please note: all High Park weekend Wheel Trans schedules are co-ordinated by the City of Toronto to ensure the gates are opened for vehicles. Canadian Stage does not have access to these gates.
While there are several parking areas within High Park, please be sure to check the City of Toronto website to verify whether vehicular traffic is permitted in the park on the day of your performance.
Please note that High Park is closed to vehicles on the weekends. Parking can be found along Parkside Drive or Bloor St W. The closest entrances to the amphitheatre are located at High Park Blvd & Parkside Dr and Bloor St W & High Park Dr. Both of these entrances are a 15 minute walk from the park entrance to the amphitheatre.
Tickets for Dream in High Park are general admission priced at $32.50. Thanks to our sponsors and donors, Dream in High Park is able to offer highly subsidized rush tickets for performances of Romeo & Juliet, available 30 minutes before the performance begins at the Amphitheatre gate.
Tickets will be delivered to you as a PDF attachment by email. You may either print your tickets and bring them with you to your performance, or you can display your ticket barcode(s) on your mobile device. Please be sure to have your tickets ready upon arrival and, if you are using your mobile device, have the brightness turned all the way up.
Seating in the High Park Amphitheatre is General Admission.
Chairs, blankets and cushions are available to rent. If you’d like to bring your own chairs, they must be under 2 inches off the ground to be used in the main hill area. Chairs over 2 inches off the ground must be used at the back of the hill, in the bring your own chair section.
The gates to the Amphitheatre generally open 2 hours prior to each performance. As seating is General Admission, we recommend arriving as early as possible to find a spot in the Amphitheatre.
The High Park Amphitheatre is an outdoor venue so we suggest you wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions. You may also wish to bring sunscreen, bug spray, and a blanket or cushions on which to sit.
No, except for service animals, pets are not allowed in the High Park Amphitheatre.
If you’d like to bring your dog to see the show, join us for our special Dog Night on Wednesday, August 6! Bring your pup and enjoy an unforgettable evening of theatre under the stars.
Yes. We encourage guests who arrive early to bring a picnic with them to enjoy.
Please note that alchoholic beverages are not permitted in the High Park Amphitheatre.
Yes, concessions will be available for purchase.
Updated June 26, 2023