Byng Park

Byng Park

Byng Park in Toronto is an urban green space that offers a variety of sports and recreational facilities for the local community. The park has several sports fields for team games and training, where people can play soccer and other sports. There are also three bocce courts for group games, and there is a space for children to play and have fun with open play facilities.

Key Features & Amenities

• Like many Toronto city parks, it usually has a small public parking lot or street parking.
• There is a water cooler in the complex.

Programs & Activities

• Bookable Activities: The sports fields at Byng Park (such as the soccer field or the fields that can be used for group games) are bookable for regular leagues, games, or practices, but these must be booked through the seasonal and league reservations system and are not listed on the park page.
• Public Leagues and Classes in Toronto: The City of Toronto offers a variety of programs including sports leagues and recreational classes (e.g. soccer, basketball, fitness classes, swimming, family and youth programs), but these are published in the city's Recreation and Development Centers and not on the dedicated parks page.

How to book

1. Go to the Online Registration & Booking page on the Toronto site to create an account or log in and start booking.
2. If you don’t already have an account, you’ll need to create a new account with your email address so you can manage your bookings and make payments.
3. In the Bookings section, search for a facility type (e.g. Sports Fields / Parks & Recreation Facilities) to see a list of available facilities and times for Byng Park or a similar location.
4. Once you’ve found a suitable field or location, select your preferred date and time. Sports fields typically offer booking slots in 2-hour groups.
5. Enter the event name, number of participants, and other details, then make your payment online.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

• Address: Byng Park at 299 Pharmacy Ave, Toronto, ON M1L 3G3, Canada
• Access by public transportation:
• The closest bus stop is the 67 Pharmacy bus from Victoria Park Station on Subway Line 2 (Bloor–Danforth) and stops at Pharmacy Ave, a few minutes’ walk from the park.
• You can take Subway Line 2 (Bloor–Danforth) and then transfer to the 67 Pharmacy bus to get to the park.
• Hours: Public parks in Toronto are usually open 24 hours a day.
• Phone: +1-416-393-2489

FAQs

Can you drink alcohol in the park?

Byng Park is listed as part of Toronto's Alcohol in Parks program, which allows people 19 years of age and older to bring alcohol into the park in designated areas.

Is the park open all year round?

The park is open to the public for free use year-round, like other urban green spaces, and is accessible 24 hours a day.