Hours
Planning a visit? The Gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., September through May. For an extra-special experience, join us on Thursday evenings (open until 8 p.m.) for free admission, art activities and tours!
Gallery
NGC Collection and Special Exhibitions
Current Schedule
September 4, 2025 – March 31, 2026
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exceptions
Open
- December 22 (Winter Break). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- December 24 (Christmas Eve). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- December 26 (Boxing Day). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- December 29 (Winter Break). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- January 1, 2026 (New Year's Day). Open from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- February 16, 2026 (Ontario Family Day). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- March 2, 2026 (Quebec March Break). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- March 16, 2026 (Ontario March Break). Open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closed
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
- January 20 – 23, 2026 (Annual Maintenance)
The Boutique operates with the same hours as the Gallery.
Boutique.gallery.ca is always open! Visit us online anytime.
Dining
Please visit our Shopping, Dining and Amenities page for the latest dining information.
Library and Archives
Visit the Library and Archives page to learn more about our hours. Access to the Archives is by appointment only.
The Library and Archives exhibition space follows the opening hours of the Gallery’s National Collection and Special Exhibitions.