What’s open, what’s closed in Winnipeg on May 19, 2025
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While the May long weekend often marks the unofficial start of summer for Manitobans, Victoria Day recognizes the birthday of Queen Victoria and Canada’s connection with the British monarchy.
The Free Press is not publishing a print or e-edition Monday, but readers can visit winnipegfreepress.com for the latest news and information.
Here’s a round-up of hours of business for services and things to do on Victoria Day.
GOVERNMENT SERVICES
Civic, provincial and federal offices are closed.
There is no mail delivery on Monday. Canada Post offices are closed, but post offices operated by the private sector will be open according to the hours of service of the host business.
All city cemetery grounds are open. The administration office at Brookside Cemetery will be closed.
Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule on May 19. Plan your specific route and see service alerts on the Winnipeg Transit site.
RECYCLING AND TRASH
Recycling and garbage will be collected as usual.
The Brady Road landfill is open 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The 4R Winnipeg depot at the Brady landfill will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Pacific and Panet 4R Winnipeg depots will be closed.
RECREATION AND LEISURE
Winnipeg Public Library branches will be closed. (Find your great next read in our Books section.)
Leisure centres will be closed, except the Pan Am Pool and Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex.
All City of Winnipeg swimming pools will be closed, except the Pan Am Pool, Margaret Grant, and Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex.
Major movie theatres will be open. (Not sure what to see? Find news and reviews in our Movies section.)
The Assiniboine Park Zoo and The Leaf will be will be open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. See what’s on.
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights will be closed. See current exhibits and events.
The Manitoba Children’s Museum will be open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check out their featured events.
The Manitoba Museum will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Upcoming events at the museum and planetarium.
The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Upcoming events.
The Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq will be open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Current exhibitions.
FortWhyte Alive is open every day of the year except Christmas Day. Calendar of events.
The Crescent Drive, Canoe Club, Harbour View, John Blumberg, Kildonan Park and Windsor Park golf courses will be open, weather permitting.
SHOPPING
Most larger chain grocery stores are open, but you might want to call ahead to check the hours at your preferred shop.
CF Polo Park, Garden City Shopping Centre, Kildonan Place, St. Vital Centre and Outlet Collection Winnipeg will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Grant Park Shopping Centre will be open 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Portage Place will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Forks Market will be open.
Most Liquor Mart stores in Winnipeg will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., except for the True North Square location, which will be closed. Check hours at your preferred store.
Beer vendors and private wine stores set their own hours for holidays, so call ahead.
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