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The Art Yards

  • Artist exhibition inside an ArtYards shipping container
  • Custom shipping container studio exterior at The ArtYards
  • Mural art on a container pop-up unit
  • Group art show in a container gallery space
  • Branded container activation for a retail pop-up
  • Container gallery interior with artwork on display

Customizable shipping containers for artists, retail pop-ups, brands, and events across Toronto. Weekly and multi-week bookings — power, lights, and heat included. Delivered to your site or hosted at our network of locations.

Who it’s for

Container pop-ups for every kind of project

The ArtYards units are built for short-term use — from weekend shows to multi-week retail activations. Formerly at 116 Avenue Rd; now delivered across Toronto by Well and Good Art Group.

Artists & galleries

Studio space, solo exhibitions, group shows, and art markets in a ready-to-use container gallery. Power, lights, and heat included for weekly or multi-week bookings.

Retail & brand pop-ups

Boutique shops, eyewear, fashion, and product launches in a mobile storefront dropped at your location — ideal for two-to-four-week activations on streets like Dundas West or at approved parking-lot sites.

Events & activations

Launch events, workshops, outdoor markets, and brand experiences with customizable interiors, seating, display, or hybrid retail-and-event layouts.

Booking process

How it works

Share your plan and location — we confirm timing, logistics, and a ballpark estimate before delivery.

  1. Step 1

    Tell us your plan

    Use, dates, pop-up address, and customization level — retail shop, gallery, event, or hybrid.

  2. Step 2

    Get a quote

    We scope pricing, delivery distance, container size, and any permit considerations for your site.

  3. Step 3

    Delivery & setup

    Our team delivers and places the unit at your approved Toronto-area location, ready to open.

  4. Step 4

    Pickup

    When your booking ends, we coordinate pickup and site restoration.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Can The ArtYards containers be used for retail pop-ups?

Yes. We provide customizable shipping-container units for retail pop-ups, boutique shops, product launches, and brand activations across the Toronto area. Units can be configured for display, seating, or hybrid retail and event use.

How long can I book a container?

Bookings are available by the weekend, week, or multi-week period — commonly two to four weeks for retail pop-ups. Minimum commitment depends on your dates, location, and customization level.

Can containers be delivered to my location?

Yes. We deliver customizable container and trailer units to approved sites across Toronto and the GTA. Your pop-up address determines delivery logistics, container size, and any permit requirements.

How does pricing work?

Pricing is quoted per project based on booking length, delivery distance, site requirements, and customization. After you share your use, dates, and location, we provide a ballpark estimate.

Are permits required for container pop-ups in Toronto?

Permit requirements depend on your site, sidewalk or parking-lot placement, and booking length. We review location details during inquiry and advise what may be required before delivery.

What is included with a container rental?

Standard rentals include power, lights, and heat. Customization — branding, interiors, fixtures, and features — is scoped during inquiry. Delivery, on-site setup, and pickup at the end of your booking are coordinated by our team.

WELL AND GOOD ART GROUP | EST. 2007

Ask aboutThe ArtYards

Weekly, weekend, and multi-week container bookings for artists, retail pop-ups, brands, and events. Power, lights, and heat included. Delivery available across Toronto and the GTA.

Container inquiry

Pricing, delivery logistics, etc. — could you provide the following information? Once we have the above information, we can determine the timing and the necessary costs to provide you a ball park estimate.

How do you plan on using the container? As a retail space, a seating area, etc.

What date(s) are you looking to have the container available for?

Where is the location of the pop-up? This will determine delivery, any permits needed, the size of the container, etc.

To what level of customization would you like? Are there specific features that are mandatory and are there any “nice to haves” that you’re considering?