Here’s what’s open and closed on Christmas Day in Calgary

The holidays are here but before we get into the spirit of things, here’s what will be open and closed on Christmas day in Calgary. After all, there’s nothing worse than a vacant parking lot when you’re looking to get some errands done before dinner.

OPEN

MOVIE THEATRES

Hoping to catch a flick this Sunday? Landmark Cinema and Cineplex theatres will all be open all weekend long!

SHOPPERS DRUG MART

While we’d definitely recommend checking the hours of your local store, some free-standing Shoppers Drug Mart Locations in Calgary will be open on Christmas Day.

CALGARY TRANSIT

Need to get from point A to point B? Calgary Transit will be operational – and FREE on Christmas Day.

CLOSED

THE CALGARY ZOO

Lions and tigers and bears (oh my!) – while some of you may have been hoping to check out the lights on the 25th, your trip have to wait a day. According to their website, The Calgary Zoo will not be open for Christmas Day.

Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary

MALLS

Sorry Calgary, if you’re hoping to get some last-minute shopping done, you’ll have to go elsewhere! Southcentre Mall, CrossIron Mills, CF Chinook Centre, CF Market Mall and The CORE Shopping Centre will be closed on December 25th,

THE CALGARY TOWER

Hoping to do some sightseeing with your out-of-town guests on Christmas Day? Sorry, folks! The Calgary Tower will also be closed on the 25th,

Where: 101 9 Ave SW, Calgary

CITY-OWNED RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AND LEISURE CENTRES

Sorry, folks – but this Sunday, most city-owned pools, skating rinks and fitness/rec centres, will be closed in lieu of the Stat holiday.

COSTCO, SUPERSTORE, SOBEYS AND CO-OP

‘Tis the season to plan ahead! This year, all of the grocery stores and their affiliated liquor stops listed above will be unshoppable on Sunday, December 25th.

POST OFFICES

Whether it’s an Amazon return or an invitation – it’ll have to wait! This Sunday (and every stat holiday) the post office will be closed.

And there you have it, friends. Everything that’s open/closed on Christmas Day in Calgary. If you do decide to head out to any location not listed above, remember to double-check your chosen stores’ hours of operation.

Here’s to food, fun and family this weekend!