We have a chilly long weekend ahead of us, but Summer is just around the corner. Here’s what’s open and what’s closed Victoria Day long weekend 2025. Also known as May Long Weekend, Victoria Day is a federal Canadian statutory holiday celebrated on the last Monday on or before May 24, in honour of both Queen Victoria’s birthday.
Here’s what’s open and closed in Winnipeg on Monday, May 19 (Victoria Day).
Shopping Malls
| Outlet Collection Winnipeg | Monday, May 19: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| CF Polo Park | Monday, May 19: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| St. Vital Shopping Centre | Monday, May 19: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| Kildonan Place | Monday, May 19: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| Grant Park Shopping Centre | Monday, May 19: 12:00pm – 5:00pm |
| Garden City Shopping Centre | Monday, May 19: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
Grocery Stores & Retailers
| Costco | Monday, May 19: Closed |
| Manitoba Liquor Marts | Monday, May 19: 11:00am – 6:00pm (Most Locations) |
| Walmart | Monday, May 19: 7:00am – 10:00pm |
| Superstore | Monday, May 19: 7:00am – 7:00pm |
| Safeway/Sobeys | Monday, May 19: 7:00am – 10:00pm |
| Home Depot | Monday, May 19: 7:00am – 9:00pm |
| Rona | Monday, May 19: 7:00am – 9:00pm |
| IKEA | Monday, May 19: 10:00am – 6:00pm |
All civic offices are closed on Monday, May 19.
Recycling, garbage, and yard waste collection
Recycling, garbage, and yard waste will be collected as normally scheduled for those with Monday as their collection day.
To find your collection day, visit winnipeg.ca/collectionday, download the Recyclepedia app, or contact 311.
Brady Road Resource Management Facility (Brady Road Landfill) hours of operation (commercial customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday, May 17 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday, May 18 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Monday, May 19 | 5:30am – 8:00pm |
Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday, May 17 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday, May 18 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Monday, May 19 | 8:00am – 8:00pm |
Pacific 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday, May 18 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday, May 19 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Monday, May 20 | Closed |
Panet 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday, May 17 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday, May 18 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Monday, May 19 | Closed |
Winnipeg Transit
On Monday, May 19, Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Libraries
All Winnipeg Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, May 19.
For more information on branch locations and hours, see: Library Locations and Hours.
Online services, including downloadable eBooks, catalogue searching, and holds/renewals, are available anytime at Winnipeg Public Libraries.
Recreation & Leisure
Indoor Pools
On Monday, May 19 – all pools are closed, with the exception of:
- Pan Am Pool: 10:00am – 2:00pm
- Margaret Grant Pool: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
- Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
For more information, visit Indoor Pools.
Fitness & Leisure Centres
On Monday, May 19 – all fitness and leisure centres are closed, with the exception of:
- Pan Am Pool: 10:00am – 2:00pm
- Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
For more information, visit Recreation & Leisure.
Animal Services
The Animal Services Agency will be closed on Monday, May 19.
For more information, including how to purchase or renew your pet license online and to view dogs available for adoption, visit Animal Services.
Cemeteries
Brookside, Transcona, and St. Vital cemeteries will remain open from 8:00am to 9:00pm; however, the Administration Office at Brookside Cemetery will be closed on Monday, May 19.
For more information, visit Cemeteries.
Golf Courses
Golf courses will remain open throughout the long weekend, weather permitting.
For more information, visit golf courses.
