November 11th is nearly here and many will have the day off to attend ceremonies and memorials. For this reason, it’s important to note which city services will and will not be available on Friday. From grocery stores, malls and government offices, here’s what is open and closed in Calgary on Remembrance Day this year.
OPEN
MUSEUMS
Remembrance Day is partially about reflection and this Friday there will be no better place to do exactly that than a museum. From Glenbow’s temporary space at The Edison to the Hangar Flight Museum and the Military Museum, many of Calgary’s best are open and even holding Remembrance Day events on-site.
MOVIE THEATRES
Hoping to catch a flick this Friday? Landmark Cinemas, Cineplex and Calgary’s cheap theatre, Canyon Meadows, will all be open all weekend long.
MALLS
Though we’d recommend checking their hours before heading out, Southcentre Mall, CrossIron Mills, CF Chinook Centre, CF Market Mall and The CORE Shopping Centre will all be open on November 11th.
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THE CALGARY ZOO
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Lions and tigers and bears (oh my!) – The Calgary Zoo will also be open this Friday.
Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
GROCERY & LIQUOR STORES
Need milk or have been put in charge of a last-minute beer run? You’re in luck. Though (again) we’d recommend checking your local stop hours, most liquor and grocery stores will be open this Friday.
THE CALGARY TOWER
Views, views and more views. After your chosen ceremony this week, check out the Calgary Tower and grab a bite to eat at Sky 360.
Where: 101 9 Ave SW, Calgary
TELUS SPARK
They say you should learn one thing a day – why not spend some time with your kids or fun-seeking friends kids at Telus Spark on Friday afternoon?
Where: 220 St. George’s Drive NE
CALGARY TRANSIT
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While transit will be operational on Friday, November 11th, CTrains, busses and On Demand transport will run on their Saturday schedule.
CLOSED
ROAD CLOSURES
In order to accommodate Remembrance Day ceremonies the following roads will be closed for a short time:
- Memorial Drive – 4 Street NE and 3 Street NW from 9:30 am to 1 pm
- Calgary Highlanders Remembrance Day Parade road closures from 10 am to 12 pm
- 12 Avenue SW (between 2 Street SW and 5 Street SW)
- 13 Avenue SW (between 2 Street SW and 5 Street SW)
- 4 Street SW (between 11 Avenue SW and 13 Avenue SW)
CITY-OWNED RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AND LEISURE CENTRES
This Friday, most city-owned pools, as well as fitness and rec centres, will be closed in lieu of the Stat holiday, with the exception of Rose Kohn Arena, Murray Copot Arena, Jimmie Condon Arena, Southland and Village Square Leisure Centres.
POST OFFICES
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Whether it’s an Amazon return or an invitation – it’ll have to wait! This Friday (and every stat holiday) the post office will be closed.
COSTCO
While grocery and convenience stores will be open this Friday, Costco will be unshoppable this Friday Looks like you’ll have to get your massive hot do fix before November 11th.
But there you have it, friends. Everything that’s open/closed this Remembrance Day in Calgary. Please be sure to double-check the hours of operation no matter where you’re headed and enjoy the day! Here’s to food, fun and family.
