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Thanksgiving in Manitoba: What's Open and Closed on Oct. 12, 2026
Thanksgiving is set to be celebrated across Manitoba on Monday, October 12, 2026. As residents plan dinners and activities for the long weekend, knowing where you can shop, which services remain available, and which attractions are open is key to making the most of the holiday. Here is a guide to the openings and closures throughout Manitoba for Thanksgiving Monday.
Malls and Manitoba Shopping: Holiday Openings
Several major shopping destinations will be open on Thanksgiving. In Winnipeg, St. Vital Centre, Kildonan Place, CF Polo Park, Garden City, and the Outlet Collection are open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Shoppers Mall in Brandon will be open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Forks Market in Winnipeg is also open on the holiday, although vendor operating hours may vary.
Liquor Marts and Retail Outlets
Most Manitoba Liquor Marts in Winnipeg will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with True North Square location as the exception (closed). Liquor Marts in Brandon match these hours. Rural Liquor Mart hours may vary, but generally operate from 11 a.m. or noon until closing between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Government Closures and Essential Services
Most government offices will be closed on Thanksgiving Monday. However, waste and recycling services in Winnipeg will proceed on their normal schedule. Canada Post will not be delivering or operating on the holiday. All City of Winnipeg administrative offices and the Winnipeg Animal Services Agency will be closed, as will all public libraries in Winnipeg. In Brandon, the Transit Information Centre will also be closed.
Transit and Transportation During Thanksgiving Hours
Manitoba transit schedules are adjusted for the holiday. Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule, ensuring limited bus service is still available for residents. Brandon Transit will operate on holiday hours, from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Recreational Centres and Attractions: Openings for the Holiday
If you’re looking to spend Thanksgiving out and about, several recreational options remain available. The Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex, Margaret Grant Pool, and Pan Am Pool are open, while all other indoor pools operated by the city are closed. City-run golf courses—Canoe Club, Crescent Drive, Kildonan Park, and Windsor Park—will be open, depending on the weather.
Transcona, St. Vital, and Brookside cemeteries are open from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m., though the Brookside administrative office will be closed. The Brady Road Landfill is open for commercial customers from 5:30 a.m. until 8 p.m., and the Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot is open for residential customers from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Assiniboine Park Zoo and Other Entertainment Options
The Assiniboine Park Zoo welcomes visitors from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving—note that gates will close at 3:30 p.m. Most major theatres in Manitoba are also open, providing entertainment options for those wishing to leave home.
Summary of Holiday Openings and Closures
Thanksgiving 2026 in Manitoba brings a mix of closures and openings. Shoppers can visit select malls and liquor marts, and families can enjoy recreational centres, golf courses, and the Assiniboine Park Zoo. Most government offices—including postal services and libraries—will be closed, but essential services like waste collection and transit will still be available under holiday schedules. Checking specific hours ahead is recommended, especially as some services and locations may have varied hours depending on the region.
Source: cbc.ca.
