Massey Music Hall

Massey Hall, the oldest concert hall in the country

The Toronto audio-guided tour stops you before Massey Hall, known as the oldest and most honoured concert hall in the country. Opened in 1894, it gave new momentum to Toronto's music industry.

A father's tribute

The hall was born of the will of one man, Hart Massey, a wealthy industrialist and son of the city. In building this edifice, he wished to honour his son Charles, taken by typhoid. Until the 1920s, Massey Hall was the only national venue able to host musical performances of every kind, which gave it a head start and lasting fame.

What there is to see

Massey Hall, with its iconic auditorium, remains a living and versatile venue, ideal for concerts and events. Its façade and its history make it a monument dear to the people of Toronto. It is one of the cradles of Canadian musical life, where countless artists have performed over more than a century.

Practical information

Massey Hall is in downtown Toronto. Concerts and events follow the hall's own schedule; reception hours depend on performances. The façade can be contemplated freely from the street.

When did Massey Hall open?

Massey Hall opened in 1894, thanks to the industrialist Hart Massey. It is the oldest concert hall in the country.

Why did Hart Massey build the hall?

Hart Massey had the hall built in tribute to his son Charles, taken by typhoid. The building soon became a high place of music in Canada.