Christie Pits

Christie Pits

Christie Pits Park is a public park and recreational complex in Toronto, Canada, located at 750 Bloor St W, easily accessible from the Christie subway station. The park covers an area of 21.9 acres (≈8.9 ha), with approximately half of it being green space and picnic areas, and the other half being dedicated to sports fields and recreational facilities. It offers a variety of activities, including team sports, swimming, children's play, and seasonal recreation.

Key Features & Amenities

• Number of sports fields: Three baseball diamonds — three baseball fields. Soccer/multi-use field, basketball and possibly volleyball court, and turf for recreational or team activities.
• Outdoor pool: Yes — Alex Duff Memorial Pool and Splash pad for children.
• Lawn/Green space and picnic area and open space: Yes — A significant portion of the park is dedicated to green space, grass, picnic areas, seating, and recreation.
• Restrooms: Yes, public restrooms are available in the park.
• Locker rooms/closets/showers: For the Alex Duff Pool — locker rooms and changing facilities are available.
• Parking: Listed for portions of the park.
• Lighting: Yes — At least one of the baseball fields is lit, allowing for nighttime use.
• Water coolers/fountains/drinking water are listed in the park.
• Children's play area and entertainment facilities: Yes — there is a playground, splash pad, and a child/family friendly area.

Programs & Activities

• Toronto Playgrounds Baseball Association: This association runs a house league and youth baseball for children and youth (ages 4 to 18) at the Christie Pits baseball fields.
• Toronto Maple Leafs of the Intercounty Baseball League: A professional/semi-professional baseball team whose home field is at ChristiePits (at the main field called Dominico Field). The team plays official games during the league season.
• Leagues / Community Games / Summer Soccer / Multi-Purpose Soccer / Ultimate Frisbee / …: Informal sources state that the soccer fields / multi-purpose / turf / green space of the park are used for games / local leagues or group programs.
• Seasonal Activities — Winter: In the winter, the park has an ice rink / skating rink for public skating or "shinny" hockey; in this context, "skating classes" or "skating lessons" may often be available at certain times.

How to book

1. If you have not already created an account in the municipality’s online system, you must first register with your email and create an account.
2. If you want to book for a specific time (e.g. a few hours of play, a gathering, a party) → the “One-Time Booking” option is suitable.
3. If you want to book for several sessions, a league, or regular use (e.g. a sports team) → you should use the “Seasonal & League Booking” option.
4. Search for facilities (fields / diamonds / courts / rink / …) related to Christie Pits in the system, search for “Sports fields / baseball diamonds / ice rinks / recreation facilities” and select the location “Christie Pits Park”.
5. Depending on the type of reservation: For “sports fields / diamonds”, reservations are usually possible between 14 and 3 days before the desired date.
6. After choosing the time and location, you can pay by credit card or prepaid credit. After payment, you will receive a receipt — you will need to save or print it.
7. Sports bookings may include liability insurance, especially if your group is large. Please check at the time of booking for detailed information about insurance.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

• Address: 750 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6G 3K4, Canada
• Closest subway station: Christie Station on Toronto Subway Line 2 (Bloor–Danforth). The park is located directly across from the exit/entrance of this station.
• Also, surface buses (including the TTC 126 Christie bus) run around the station, making it easy to get to the park.
• Opening hours: The park is open (24 hours), meaning access to the open space and lawns is practically always possible.
• Phone: ‎+1 416‑338‑4386

FAQs

How do I get to the park? Is there a subway or bus?

Yes — The closest subway station is Christie station (Bloor-Danforth line); the park is located directly across from it.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes — There are restrooms and drinking water in the park.

Are there picnic areas and green spaces for relaxing or socializing?

Yes — There are green spaces, picnic areas, and areas suitable for relaxing and family fun.