Photo by Wpg_Guy / CC BY-SA 3.0
🧣 Winnipeg on Louis Riel Day (Feb. 16, 2026)
What’s Open, What’s Closed & What You Should Know
Louis Riel Day — Manitoba’s statutory holiday honouring the Métis leader — is Monday, February 16, 2026. Winnipeggers should expect many changes to regular schedules across the city. Holiday hours are especially important for planning errands, celebrations, and family outings.
📅 Government Services & Public Offices
- Civic and provincial offices, including City Hall and administrative services, are closed.
- Federal government offices remain open, and mail delivery proceeds as usual.
- Canada Post outlets operated inside private businesses follow host-business hours.
🚌 Transit & City Services
- Winnipeg Transit operates on a Sunday schedule.
- Recycling and garbage collection proceeds as scheduled for Monday routes.
4R Winnipeg Depots & Landfills
- Brady Road Landfill (Commercial): 5:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Brady 4R Depot (Residential): 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Pacific & Panet 4R Depots: Closed.
📚 Libraries, Recreation & Leisure
- Winnipeg Public Libraries are closed. Digital services remain accessible.
Indoor Pools
- Pan Am Pool: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Margaret Grant Pool: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- All other pools are closed.
Leisure Centres & Arenas
- All City leisure centres and arenas are closed.
🛍️ Shopping & Retail
- CF Polo Park, St. Vital Centre, Kildonan Place, Garden City Shopping Centre, Outlet Collection Winnipeg: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Grant Park Shopping Centre: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Liquor Marts: Most Winnipeg locations open 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. True North Square location is closed.
🛒 Grocery Stores & Major Retailers
- Walmart: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Superstore: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Costco: Closed.
- IKEA: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
🐾 Animal & Cemetery Services
- Animal Services Agency is closed.
- Brookside, Transcona, and St. Vital Cemeteries: Grounds open 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Offices are closed.
🎡 Attractions Open on Louis Riel Day
- Assiniboine Park Zoo: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- The Leaf: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- The Forks Market: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m., with live programming 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Manitoba Children’s Museum: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Manitoba Museum: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG-Qaumajuq): 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Festival du Voyageur: Open with full holiday programming at Parc du Voyageur.
🗝️ Tips for Planning Your Day
- Plan transit early due to Sunday-level service.
- Free Family Fishing Weekend runs Feb. 14–16 — no fishing license required.
- While major chains are open, smaller local shops may choose to close for the long weekend.
Upcoming Events
Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events on October 16-18
A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family, live music, arts, movies, and more.
Latin American Heritage Month
Latin American Heritage Month Celebration & Latin American Food Tour [...]
Winnipeg Jets Fan Fest 2026
Winnipeg Jets Fan Fest 2025 celebrates fans and the new season on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at hockey for all centre, 3969 Portage Ave. Fans[...]
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3K 1W4
First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum
First Fridays at the Manitoba Museum – Free Admission in [...]
Free Comic Book Day In Winnipeg 2027
Free Comic Book Day is the 1st Saturday in May. It's an International Event that celebrates comic books & the local comic shops that provide them.
Narcisse Snake Dens
See thousands of red-sided garter snakes gather at the Narcisse Snake Dens during Manitoba’s incredible spring mating season. This rare natural phenomenon offers a free, unforgettable wildlife experience just outside[...]
Narcisse, Manitoba R0C 2H0 Canada
Taste of Asia
Experience the vibrant Taste of Asia Winnipeg 2025 on May 24–25 at Memorial Park and Boulevard from 12 PM to 9 PM. This free outdoor festival features over 100 vendors[...]
Winnipeg, R3C 4L9 CA
Doors Open Winnipeg 2026
Celebrate Winnipeg's 150th anniversary with FREE Doors Open Winnipeg 2024! Explore over 90 unique buildings, museums, and cultural spaces on May 25th & 26th. Discover hidden gems, architectural wonders, and[...]
