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What’s Open & Closed in Winnipeg on Terry Fox Day – Monday, August 4, 2025

Terry Fox Day, observed on the first Monday in August, has been officially recognized in Manitoba since 2015 — even though it’s not a statutory provincial holiday. Here’s an updated guide to what’s open and closed across Winnipeg for August 4, 2025.

🏛 Government, Mail & Civic Services

  • City, provincial, and federal offices will be closed.
  • Canada Post will not deliver mail, and post offices are closed, though some in‑store counters inside retail stores might be open.

🚍 Transit & Waste Collection

  • Winnipeg Transit will run on a Sunday schedule.
  • Garbage and recycling pickup will take place as usual for Monday routes.

🚮 Landfill & Depot Hours

  • Brady Road Landfill: 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Brady 4R depot: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Pacific and Panet depots: Closed.

📚 Libraries, Pools & Recreation

  • Winnipeg Public Library branches are closed on Sunday and Monday, though online services remain available.
  • Outdoor pools, wading pools, and spray pads are open (weather permitting). All indoor pools, arenas, and leisure centres are closed.
  • Animal Services Agency is closed, but pet licensing can still be renewed online.

🏛 Attractions & Culture

  • Assiniboine Park Zoo / The Leaf: open 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Manitoba Children’s Museum: open 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • Manitoba Museum: open 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Royal Aviation Museum: open 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Winnipeg Art Gallery – Qaumajuq: open 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Canadian Museum for Human Rights: closed
  • FortWhyte Alive: open daily
  • City golf courses (Kildonan Park, Windsor Park, Canoe Club, Crescent Drive): open, weather permitting.

🛍️ Shopping & Retail Hours

🛍 Major Malls

  • CF Polo Park: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Outlet Collection Winnipeg: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Garden City, Kildonan Place & St. Vital: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Grant Park Shopping Centre: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Portage Place Mall: Closed all day

🛒 Grocery & Big‑Box Stores

  • Costco: 9:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
  • Walmart: Around 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Superstore: Around 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Sobeys & Safeway: Most locations 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
  • Home Depot & Lowe’s/Rona: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • IKEA: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Liquor Marts
Most Liquor Marts are open 11 a.m.–6 p.m., except True North Square, which will be closed.

The Forks Market
Building open 7 a.m.–10 p.m. (vendor hours may vary).

🎭 Events & Community Highlights

  • Folklorama pavilions will be open on Monday, August 4.
  • Local Terry Fox Day runs, fundraisers, and community gatherings are encouraged to honour Terry Fox’s legacy.

Upcoming Events

Downtown Winnipeg Night Market FIFA World Cup 2026 Celebration

Catch the Downtown Winnipeg Night Market FIFA World Cup 2026 Celebration on June 26–27 at True North Square, featuring a free watch party, global street food, live music, and cultural entertainment. Enjoy a vibrant evening of soccer, food, and community in the heart of downtown Winnipeg.

Find out more
True North Square, 223 Carleton St.
Winnipeg, R3C 0V1
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Movies in the Park at Assiniboine Park 2026

Movies in the Park returns to Assiniboine Park this August with free outdoor movie nights, double features, and family-friendly fun under the stars on the Lyric Lawn.

Find out more
Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park, Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park
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