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The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery
A non-collecting public gallery for contemporary art inside Harbourfront Centre's former powerhouse, recognisable by its smokestack, presenting new exhibitions by Canadian and international artists each season.
Type: Museums & Culture · Area: Harbourfront, Toronto
Address: 231 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
Allow: 1–2 hrs
Opening pattern: Open Wednesday–Sunday (per the official site — check the day you go)
Entry: The gallery's official Visit page states 'All Year, All Free' — free access to its gallery and programs all year round.
Accessibility: The gallery is wheelchair accessible and includes an accessible restroom; both levels are serviceable by elevator, and guide dogs and other service animals are welcome — per the gallery's official Visit page.
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🎟️ Events near this place
First Wednesday Night Free at the AGO
🗓️ Wed 4 Feb · 6 PM – Wed 2 Dec
📍 Art Gallery of Ontario · 1.9 km away
Grunge at the Grange: A Speakeasy
🗓️ Wed 2 Sep – Fri 18 Dec
📍 Art Gallery of Ontario · 1.9 km away
Painting Together: Inspired by Kazuo Nakamura
🗓️ Sat 3 Oct · 1:00 PM – Sat 7 Nov
📍 Art Gallery of Ontario · 1.9 km away
AGO AV Live Series
🗓️ Fri 9 Oct – Wed 2 Dec
📍 Art Gallery of Ontario · 1.9 km away
Art Gallery of Ontario Admission
🗓️ Tue 20 Oct · 10:30 AM – Fri 16 Apr
📍 Art Gallery of Ontario · 1.9 km away
JOURNEY - Final Frontier Tour (An Evening With)
🗓️ Wed 4 Nov · 7:30 PM
📍 Scotiabank Arena · 581 m away
Place details checked against the official page — The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery · Last reviewed 3 Nov 2026. Event listings are refreshed daily; always confirm times and tickets on the event’s own page.