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Regent Park Athletic Grounds

Rating

4.6(272)

Price

Free

Duration

1-3 hours

Best Ages

Best for all ages

About

Regent Park Athletic Grounds is a public sports complex in Toronto's Regent Park neighborhood. The facility includes sports fields, a running track, and open recreation space available to the public for free casual use and organized sports programming.

The athletic grounds were built as part of the Regent Park revitalization and are significantly higher quality than a typical city park field. The turf surface, track, and overall facility design create a proper sports venue that's open to everyone.

For families, the athletic grounds are a great spot for kids to run and play in a safe, well-maintained outdoor space. Bring a soccer ball, a football, or a frisbee and let kids use the open field. The running track is perfect for kids who like to race each other or practice sprinting.

Organized sports leagues and community programs also use the facility, which means on evenings and weekends you might find a soccer match or track meet happening. Watching organized sports can be entertaining for sports-loving kids.

The facility is surrounded by the broader Regent Park area, which has undergone major revitalization. The Regent Park Community Centre and Aquatic Centre are nearby, as is Daniels Spectrum, a community cultural hub with arts programming.

There's no admission fee and no registration needed for casual use. Just show up during open hours with your kids and some equipment. During organized sports times, portions of the facility may be reserved.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Yes

Nursing / Changing

Limited

Kid Meals

N/A

Setting

Outdoor

Rainy Day

Not ideal

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Spring through fall; weekday evenings and weekend mornings for casual play

Wait Times

No wait -- open public facility; organized sports follow schedules

Nearby Food

Regent Park has growing restaurant options. Dundas and Parliament area has diverse food. The Paintbox Bistro nearby is family-friendly. Daniels Spectrum has a cafe.

Why Kids Love It

A proper sports field where kids can run, kick a soccer ball, throw a football, or just race each other across the grass. The open space and quality turf make it feel like a real stadium. Watching organized games being played adds excitement for sports-loving kids.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Free public facility -- just bring your own ball or sports equipment
  • Quality turf and track, better than a typical park
  • Combine with the nearby Regent Park Aquatic Centre for swimming
  • Check for organized community sports events on weekends
  • Well-maintained and safe due to the Regent Park revitalization

What to Bring

  • Soccer ball, football, frisbee, or other sports equipment
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen and hat
  • Running shoes

Cost Info

Free Admission

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

Free for casual play; organized leagues have registration fees

Tips to Save

  • It's a free public facility.
  • Bring your own equipment for casual play.

Hours & Contact

Hours

Friday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Contact

480 Shuter St, Toronto, ON M5A 3K1, Canada

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