When the sun drops behind the hangars at YZD, the runway turns into a widescreen dream. On October 3 & 4, 2025, Runway Reels taxis back onto the tarmac with a cinematic double feature that dives deep — across oceans, memories, and the rivers that run beneath our city.
The Vibe
Think old-school drive-in meets contemporary art campus: headlights dim, the night air hums, and you’re cocooned in a sea of cars and cozy lounge seating under the stars. Before showtime, expect preshow entertainment and snacks, the kind of easygoing runway energy that makes you linger long after the credits.
Friday, Oct 3 — Titanic (1997)
A sweeping voyage for a starlit runway. This screening nods to Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition now at Exhibition Hub at YZD — history, romance, and the immensity of the ocean, reframed against the grid of an airfield. It’s cinema at scale.
Saturday, Oct 4 — Lilo & Stitch (2025)
Bring the whole crew. This playful, heart‑full tale of found family pairs perfectly with Runway Rivers, the flowing art installation across YZD. Wholesome chaos, belly laughs, and the kind of warmth that makes memories.
Runway Reels Essentials
- Stay nearby: lock in a hotel close to YZD with Expedia — 25%+ Off Your Dream Stay so you can linger after the credits.
- Keep warm on the tarmac: layer up with Moose Knuckles outerwear — runway chic, Toronto‑proof.
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Why It Matters
Runway Reels isn’t just a pop‑up — it’s a beacon for YZD’s long‑term vision: transforming the former Downsview Airport lands into a cultural destination where creativity, community, and city‑building take flight. From hangars to highways of imagination, this is the city re‑imagining its own runway.
Quick Details
- Dates: Fri Oct 3 & Sat Oct 4, 2025
- Time: 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM (films begin at dusk)
- Location: YZD Runway, 10 Hanover Road, Toronto
- Format: Drive‑in (stay in your car) or walk‑in lounge seating
- Presented by: YZD — Programmed & Presented by YZD
Make It A Night
Arrive early for prime parking and preshow; layer up (open‑air runway) and bring blankets or a light jacket. Walk‑ins: bring camp chairs for the lounge area. Planning a date night or coming in from out of town? Book a nearby stay on Expedia and keep the vibes rolling.
Getting There
YZD Runway — 10 Hanover Road, Toronto. Follow event signage for entrance, parking, and seating. If you’re scouting something extra to do this season, peek Ticketmaster Deals for more shows and savings around the city.
The Talk of Toronto Take
Some screenings belong to the city itself — where place and picture become one. Runway Reels is that kind of night: the roar of planes traded for applause, a runway turned river of light, stories landing right where Toronto’s next chapter is taking off.
See you on the runway. Share your night: #RunwayReels #YZD #TalkOfToronto