What's Open and Closed in Winnipeg on New Year's Day 2025

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What's Open and Closed in Winnipeg on Christmas Day and Boxing Day 2024

The holiday season is upon us, and it's time to plan your activities around Christmas Day and Boxing Day in Winnipeg. Whether you're looking to shop, visit a museum, or just enjoy some leisure time, here's a handy guide to what's open and closed during these festive days.

Civic Services

  • New Year's Day: All City of Winnipeg civic offices will be closed.
  • Garbage/Recycling Collection: No collection services will be available on New Year's Day. If your collection day falls on New Year's Day, please put your carts out one day later

Public Transportation

  • New Year's Day: Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.

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What's Open and Closed in Winnipeg on Christmas Day and Boxing Day 2024

As the first day of 2025 approaches, it’s good to know what’s open and closed around Winnipeg on New Year’s Day. Whether you're planning to celebrate, shop, or relax, here's a guide to help you navigate the holiday.Civic Services

  • New Year's Day: All City of Winnipeg civic offices will be closed.
  • Garbage/Recycling Collection: If your collection day falls on or after the holiday, please put your carts out one day later during these two weeks only.

Public Transportation

  • New Year's Day: Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.

Libraries

  • New Year's Day: All Winnipeg Public Libraries will be closed.

Recreation and Leisure

  • New Year's Day: Indoor pools, fitness, and leisure centres will be closed.

Shopping Malls

  • New Year's Day:
    • Kildonan Place: Closed
    • Grant Park: Closed
    • Outlet Collection Winnipeg: 11:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • St. Vital Centre: 11:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • Polo Park: 11:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • Garden City Shopping Centre: Closed

Grocery Stores and Retailers

  • New Year's Day:
    • Costco: Closed
    • Home Depot: Closed
    • IKEA: 10:00 AM – Closed
    • Manitoba Liquor Marts: Closed
    • Rona: Closed
    • Safeway/Sobeys: Closed
    • Superstore: Closed
    • Walmart: 9:00am – 9:00pm

Attractions

  • New Year's Day:
    • Assiniboine Park Zoo: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    • Canadian Museum for Human Rights: Closed
    • The Leaf Biomes: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Manitoba Museum: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    • Winnipeg Art Gallery: 11:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    • The Forks: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
      Select tenants may choose to open earlier or close later at their discretion

Upcoming Events

Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for 1 Year Starting April 1, 2025

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2025 Linden Lights

Experience the magic of Linden Lights in Linden Woods this December in Winnipeg. From December 1 to December 31, 2024, residents light up the streets with stunning displays, creating a festive winter wonderland. The event is free to visit and takes place in Linden Woods, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Perfect for a drive-thru experience, visitors can explore themed streets like Candy Cane Lane and Gingerbread Lane from dusk until late evening.

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Lindenwoods, Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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2025 Let It Glow – Christmas Drive Thru

Experience the magic of Christmas at the Let It Glow Christmas drive-thru light show in Winnipeg. From December 1 to December 31, visitors can enjoy this free, family-friendly event at Grant Memorial Church (877 Wilkes Ave, Winnipeg, MB) from 5 PM to 10 PM daily. The event features stunning light displays, festive music, and a heartwarming story of Christmas. It’s a perfect way to kick off the holiday season with loved ones while driving through one of Winnipeg’s most enchanting Christmas light shows.

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Grant Memorial Church, 877 Wilkes Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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New Year's Eve at Casinos of Winnipeg

Celebrate in a Winter Wonderland at Club Regent Casino or party on the beach at McPhillips Station Casino! Enjoy amazing entertainment and DJs all evening!

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Casinos of Winnipeg, 484 McPhillips St, 1425 Regent Ave W
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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New Year's Eve Fireworks at Stonewall Quarry Park

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Town of Stonewall’s Winter Family Fun Event at Quarry Park! Families can enjoy ice skating, tobogganing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, along with free hot chocolate and a warming fire from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Hot dogs will be available to roast for $2.50, and the evening wraps up with a fireworks display at 6:00 PM. A festive outdoor celebration for all ages.

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Stonewall Quarry Park, 166 Main St
Stonewall, Manitoba Canada
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New Year’s Eve Celebration at Archwood Community Centre

Come celebrate with family, friends, and neighbours as we welcome the new year together.

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Archwood Community Centre, 565 Guilbault St
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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New Year's Eve Fireworks at Oxford Heights CC

Oxford Heights will be sponsoring and hosting New Years Eve Fireworks again this year !
Show starts at 8pm Canteen will be available .

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Oxford Heights Community Club, 359 Dowling Avenue East
Winnipeg, R2C 3M4 CA
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New Year's Eve at Royal George

Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable night at the Royal George Hotel! Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a high-energy live performance by Vinyl Revival, spinning everything from classic hits to modern anthems. It’s a rockin’ party designed to keep you dancing all night as we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025 in style.

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Royal George Hotel, 123 Regent Ave W
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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New Year's Eve at The Silver Spike Saloon

The Headies take over the Silver Spike Saloon for a high-energy New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live music, party favours, and a champagne toast at midnight. Expect a big party, great vibes, and zero excuses to miss it. Please plan a safe ride home and don’t drink and drive.

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Silver Spike Saloon, 202 Bond St
Winnipeg, Manitoba
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New Year's Fireworks in Sage Creek

The Sage Creek Residents Association (SCRA) is bringing back its popular New Year’s Eve Fireworks to Sage Creek! This annual community celebration lights up the sky at 9:00 PM and takes place at the same location as previous years. A festive and familiar way for residents and visitors to ring in the New Year together.

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Stonewall Quarry Park, 166 Main St
Stonewall, Manitoba Canada
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