Mooredale’s Mayfair: Rosedale’s Community Fair Since 1946

Each spring, families across Toronto look forward to one of the city’s most cherished traditions: Mooredale’s Mayfair, a vibrant neighbourhood fair held at Rosedale Park in the heart of the Rosedale-Moore Park community. Established in 1946, Mayfair has grown into Toronto’s longest-running neighbourhood fair, bringing generations of families together for a weekend of rides, games, food, and connection. Mayfair 2026 is especially meaningful as it marks the event’s 80th anniversary, celebrating eight decades of community spirit. What began as a small neighbourhood gathering has evolved into a vibrant, large-scale community celebration that remains welcoming and deeply rooted in tradition. Keep reading this blog for tips to make the most of Mayfair and everything you need to know.

Typically held on the first weekend of May, the event begins Friday afternoon, when many students head straight from school, and continues into the evening, followed by a full day on Saturday, marking the unofficial start of spring for the community. From the much-loved Saturday morning parade and midway rides to the thrift tent and BBQ, Mayfair offers something for everyone, including live entertainment, bingo, and inflatables for younger attendees. Mayfair is also continuing its partnership with Second Harvest to collect food for surrounding communities. More than just a neighbourhood fair, Mayfair is a cherished Toronto tradition. It serves as both an important fundraiser for Mooredale House and a true neighbourhood “friend-raiser,” bringing people together and strengthening community connections year after year.

Teachers on Call’s online and in-home tutoring service is proud to be an annual sponsor of Mayfair, supporting this longstanding tradition that brings learning, connection, and joy to families year after year. Read on for more information, including helpful tips for families to make the most of the festivities.

Mayfair 2026: Location & Timing

Rosedale Park: 20 Scholfield Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 2Y3

Event Dates & Ride Hours:

• Friday, May 8, 2026: 4:00pm to 7:30pm
• Saturday, May 9, 2026: 9:00am to 5:00pm

Located in the heart of North Rosedale in midtown Toronto, Rosedale Park is surrounded by local neighbourhoods including Moore Park to the north and northeast, Summerhill to the northwest near the Summerhill Market area, South Rosedale just across the Park Drive Ravine, and Yorkville to the southwest. During Mayfair, the park transforms into a lively fairground filled with rides, games, food, and entertainment.

Mooredale House, located at 146 Crescent Rd., Toronto, ON M4W 1V2, supports programming and event coordination, and Mayfair is proudly held in support of its ongoing community programs.

What’s New at Mayfair 2026: Celebrating the 80th Anniversary in Toronto

In celebration of Mayfair’s 80th anniversary at Rosedale Park in Toronto, this year introduces several exciting new additions for families. Highlights include on-site parade decorating stations at both the Rosedale and Moore Park starting points, making it easier than ever for families to participate in this beloved community tradition. 

For the first time, Mayfair will also host a dog show on Saturday at 1:00pm, celebrating our furry friends. Bring your dog and arrive at noon to register before the show begins, with prizes awarded across a variety of fun categories.

The event’s community impact continues to grow with an expanded Second Harvest neighbourhood food drive, encouraging donations and local support. Attendees can also enjoy the return of Mayfair Thrift, now in its fifth year, raising funds for the community while promoting spring cleaning and sustainable shopping.

Mayfair Parade in Toronto: Route, Start Times & Family Decorating Tips

Kick off your Saturday morning at Mayfair in Rosedale Park by joining the beloved community parade - a long-standing Toronto tradition for families.

Mayfair Parade details:

• Decorating stations available at both Rosedale and Moore Park starting points 
• Open from 8:00am - 8:30am for decorating bikes, scooters, and wagons 
• Coffee available for parents 
• Both groups meet at 8:30am and begin walking at 8:40am

Parade starting locations:

• Rosedale families gather at Whitney Parkette (149 Roxborough Dr, Toronto, ON M4W 1X6) which is across from Rosedale United Church (159 Roxborough Dr, Toronto, ON M4W 1X7)
• Moore Park families gather at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School (1½ Garfield Ave, Toronto, ON M4T 1E6)

The two parade routes meet at Summerhill and MacLennan before continuing together into Rosedale Park.

For the most up-to-date parade information, visit the official Mayfair page and Mooredale Community Centre Instagram.

Tips for Families Attending Mayfair in Rosedale Park

How to Get to Mayfair in Toronto (Parking, Transit & Drop-Off Tips)
Parking in the surrounding neighbourhood is limited and fills quickly. Many families choose to walk, carpool, arrange drop-offs, or take public transportation.

What Should You Wear to Mayfair? (Weather & Footwear Tips)
Mayfair runs rain or shine, so be sure to dress in layers and wear comfortable footwear. As the event takes place on a large grassy park, running or athletic shoes are highly recommended, and it’s best to be prepared for muddy conditions if there has been recent rain.

Is Mayfair Cashless? What to Know Before You Go

Mayfair continues to be cashless, so bring a credit or debit card for BBQ, food and ride tickets. You can also purchase ride vouchers in advance at Mooredale House or Summerhill Market to save time and avoid lineups. Ride bracelets can also be purchased on the day for added flexibility, as an alternative to individual ride tickets.

Where to Buy Mayfair Ride Wristbands (Prices, Dates & Locations in Toronto)

Wristbands for Mayfair at Rosedale Park in Toronto can be purchased in advance from April 14 until noon on May 7, 2026. Unlimited ride wristbands for both days are available for $55 when purchased in advance, with one wristband covering the full weekend - no need to purchase separately for each day. When you arrive at Rosedale Park, simply bring your voucher to the designated Mayfair Ride Bracelet kiosk located at the park entrance to exchange it for a ride wristband.

Advance purchase locations include:

• Summerhill Market (Rosedale location: 446 Summerhill Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 2E4) 
• Mooredale House (146 Crescent Rd., Toronto, ON M4W 1V2)

For those attending Mayfair without advance tickets, wristbands can also be purchased on-site during event hours:

• Friday, May 8: 4:00pm - 7:30pm 
• Saturday, May 9: 9:00am - 4:00pm

What Food Can You Eat at Mayfair in Rosedale Park? (Vendors & Local Favourites)

Mayfair at Rosedale Park in Toronto offers a variety of food options for families to enjoy, with popular local vendors and community favourites serving everything from quick bites to classic fair food and desserts. From BBQ favourites like hamburgers and hot dogs to local staples, Mayfair’s food partners offer something for everyone to enjoy, including freshly made ice cream waffle sandwiches that are always a crowd pleaser, and slushies for the kids.

Some of the featured food vendors at Mayfair include:

• Summerhill Market – Family owned and operated, like Teachers on Call, this beloved market has been the heart and soul of the area since its founding in 1954 - eight years after Mayfair began - open daily from 8am - 8pm, offering gourmet groceries, ready-prepared fresh restaurant-quality foods, snacks, and grab-and-go meals. While the Rosedale location is the first and flagship, there are also locations across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) including The Annex (1014 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3G7), Aurora (32 Wellington St W, Aurora, ON L4G 2N8), Dundas (3609 Dundas St W, York, ON M6S 2T2), Forest Hill (484 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto, ON M5N 1A5), and Sherwood (1054 Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto, ON M4P 2M4). Fun fact: our tutoring team loves that the founder of Summerhill Market was a teacher and elementary school principal.
• Webers Hamburgers (8825 ON-11, Orillia, ON L3V 6S2) – On Highway 11, a favourite stop for cottagers craving famous charcoal hamburgers en route to or from Muskoka. Webers first opened on Highway 11, just north of Orillia, in the summer of 1963, approximately one year before Mayfair was founded.
• 8 Acres Hotdogs - Known for hot dogs made with high-quality Canadian beef and a focus on sustainability.

Community Impact Initiatives at Mayfair in Toronto

Mayfair’s community initiatives include the Second Harvest food drive and the beloved Thrift Tent, a hidden gem in Toronto where locals donate items in support of the fair, offering great prices while raising funds and promoting the circular economy.

• Second Harvest Food Drive – A neighbourhood food collection in support of Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, helping provide food to communities in need. This grassroots, street-by-street Toronto food drive takes place in the weeks leading up to Mayfair and encourages families to give back while participating in a meaningful community initiative. 
• Mayfair Thrift Tent – Now in its 5th year, the Mayfair Thrift tent is a community favourite, offering families the opportunity to participate in spring cleaning while helping raise funds for Mayfair. Focused on reuse and sustainability, it supports the circular economy and provides a valuable learning opportunity for students and families.

Volunteering at Mayfair in Toronto (Student Volunteer Hours & Community Opportunities)

Mayfair relies on hundreds of volunteers each year and offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals of all ages, interests, and schedules. Volunteering at Mayfair in Toronto is a meaningful way to get involved in the community while supporting a long-standing local tradition.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• Ticket Sellers 
• Friday Park Set-up Crew 
• Info & Volunteer Booth 
• Thrift Tent Support 
• BBQ Area Supervisors 
• BBQ Grillers 
• KidZone Inflatables 
• Midway Games Area

For teenagers (ages 13–17), Mayfair offers excellent opportunities to earn student volunteer hours. To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), high-school students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of unpaid community service. These hours can begin the summer after Grade 8 and must be completed outside of school hours. To learn more about volunteering at Mayfair, students can explore available roles and sign up here.

For youth (ages 9–12), there are also supervised volunteer opportunities available, offering a great introduction to community service.

Community Spotlight: Mooredale House in Rosedale

At the heart of Mayfair is Mooredale House, a cornerstone of the community for decades. The Rosedale-Moore Park Association (RMPA) is a charitable non-profit organization that welcomes people of all ages to experience a wide range of educational, recreational, social, and cultural activities. Supported by families and volunteers, it builds on a rich history of providing programs and services to the community while embracing fresh ideas for the future.

Mooredale House is home to:

• Toronto’s longest-running neighbourhood fair, Mayfair (since 1946) 
• A fully licensed preschool (since 1952) 
• Summer and March Break camps (since 1968) 
• Mooredale Concerts (since 1986) 
• The Mooredale Swimming Pool Club (since 1972) 
• The Mooredale Soccer Club (since 1976) 
• A wide range of recreational programs and community events

Mayfair 2026 Sponsors Supporting the Mooredale Community

Mayfair is made possible through the support of generous local businesses and community partners across Toronto. These sponsors play an important role in bringing this long-standing community event to life each year.

Some of the Mayfair 2026 sponsors include:

• Teachers on Call: Our tutoring service provides personalized, one-on-one in-person and online support by provincially certified teachers for elementary and secondary students, with specialties in core subjects including math, science, English, and French. Teachers on Call is proud to support Mooredale families through community initiatives like Mayfair that give back to the communities where our students and teachers live and learn.
• Chestnut Park Real Estate: (Head Office: 1300 Yonge St., Suite 100, Toronto, ON M4T 1X3) A leading Ontario real estate brokerage specializing in luxury properties, with its head office in Midtown Toronto and additional offices in Collingwood, Erin/Caledon, Gravenhurst, Haliburton, Huntsville, Muskoka, Northumberland, Owen Sound, Prince Edward County, Stratford, and Wiarton.
• Roots: A Canadian brand known for its apparel, leather goods, and athletic wear, popular for its cozy sweatpants and sweatshirts, and a proud first-time sponsor of Mooredale’s Mayfair in 2026.
• Forest Hill Orthodontics: (Orthodontics Office: 72 St. Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M4V 1M7) Orthodontic services for children, teenagers and adults, conveniently located in midtown Toronto in Forest Hill, at Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue West. Easily accessible by TTC and subway, with ample parking available.
• Heaps Estrin Real Estate Team: (Head Office: 1391 Bayview Ave, East York, ON M4G 3A6) A Toronto-based real estate team operating within Royal LePage Real Estate Services, specializing in real estate across neighbourhoods surrounding the Mooredale community, including The Annex, Bedford Park, Bennington Heights, Davisville Village, High Park, Lawrence Park, Leaside, Leslieville and Lytton Park, just to name a few.
• KPK Law: (Law Office: 50 Acadia Ave, Markham, ON L3R 0B3) A boutique law firm specializing in business law, with a law office based in Markham, Ontario.
• DCS Darkcity Security: (Unit 5 - 3000 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON, M4C 1M7) A Toronto-based, licensed security agency.

Joanne Sallay with Dr. Tracey Hendler from Forest Hill Orthodontics

Joanne Sallay with Meghan Roach, President & CEO of Roots

A Tradition Worth Celebrating

As Mayfair celebrates its 80th year in 2026, it continues to stand as a powerful example of what makes a neighbourhood thrive - connection, continuity, and shared experiences. From grandparents attending across generations to friends catching up after school and on the weekend, Mayfair brings people together in meaningful ways. Teachers on Call’s online and in-person tutors are strong advocates of experiential learning at community celebrations - something readers of our Doors Open interviews across Ontario will recognize. In many ways, Mooredale reflects a “Doors Open Rosedale,” serving as the heart and soul of the local community since 1946. Whether it is your first visit or a longstanding family tradition, Mayfair offers a meaningful way to celebrate community in the heart of Toronto.

Teachers on Call is honoured to support this incredible event and the families who make it so special each year.