Well, it is time… The last long weekend of summer is bittersweet, but with so many fun events and celebrations coming up, it’ll be a fantastic time to reflect on the season and give it the sendoff it deserves. Whether you’re headed to the beach, going on a day trip, or staying local – knowing what’s open and closed on Labour Day certainly never hurts – so here’s the breakdown for Vancouver.
Open
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- Parks, gardens, and beaches
- VanDusen Botanical Garden (open from 10 am to 5 pm)
- Granville Island Public Market (open from 9 am to 6 pm, individual stores vary)
- Science World (open from 9:30 am to 4 pm)
- Vancouver Art Gallery (tickets currently available between 10 am and 4 pm)
- Vancouver Aquarium (open. from 10 am to 5 pm)
- Pharmacies (varying by location)
- Home Depot (modified hours)
- Translink bus, SkyTrain, and Seabus services (operating on Sunday/holiday schedule)
- 7-Eleven (open 24 hours)
- BC Liquor Stores (varying by location)
- Grocery stores (varying by location)
- Shopping Malls (hours varying by location)
- Pacific Centre (open from 11 am to 9 pm)
- Metrotown (open from 11 am to 7 pm)
- McArthur Glen Vancouver Outlet (open from 10 am to 9 pm)
- Park Royal (open from 10 am to 7 pm)
- Richmond Centre (open from 11 am to 9 pm)
- Coquitlam Centre (open from 11 am to 6 pm)
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Closed
- Government buildings
- Public libraries
- West Coast Express services
- TransLink Customer Service Centre and Lost Property Office
- Banks
- Post Offices
- Costco
Aside from Labour Day, most business hours should remain as usual on Saturday and Sunday.
Happy long weekend, Vancouver! Have fun out there!
