Celebratory Victoria Day Holiday in Calgary: Listing of Establishments Operating and Closed during the May Long Weekend
With a Long Weekend Ahead, Here's What's Open and Closed in Calgary
Kick off your Victoria Day weekend with our handy guide on what's open and what's closed!
Calgary Transit
Get ready for reduced service on Calgary Transit this Victoria Day (Monday, May 19). The system will operate with only Sunday service levels. Keep an eye on specific routes and times by using their trip planner [1][3][4].
Downtown LRT stations will be closed beginning Saturday till Tuesday morning for maintenance and utility work. This closure includes the stations from Sunalta to Bridgeland/Memorial on the Blue Line and from Sunnyside to 39 Avenue on the Red Line.
Expect some road disruptions as Seventh Avenue will be shut for both CTrains and buses throughout the long weekend.
Shuttle buses will be replacing train service, running parallel routing on both Sixth Avenue and Ninth Avenue. While the Blue Line will be without service between Bridgeland/Memorial and Westbrook stations, there will be a designated Blue Line shuttle for travel to Sunalta Station.
But fret not! You can find all the information you need about fares, schedules, and service alterations on the Calgary Transit website[2].
Calgary Parking
Got a car? Parking won't be a problem! On-street ParkPlus zones will be free during Victoria Day. Parkade and surface lot rates will follow weekend rate schedules throughout the weekend. Don't forget, though, partner lots like the Calgary Stampede, Telus Spark, Calgary Zoo, and Heritage Park will still be operating with regular parking rates.
Calgary Landfills
All Calgary landfills will be operating on Victoria Day, but be aware of altered hours (though the specifics aren't mentioned in the search results, so it's best to double-check on the official City of Calgary landfill website).
Calgary Recreation Centres and Leisure Centres
Pools, fitness centers, and arenas will be closed on Victoria Day. For precise hours for Saturday and Sunday, be sure to check the City of Calgary website.
Village Square Leisure Centre and Southland Leisure Centre
Village Square Leisure Centre and Southland Leisure Centre will also be closed on Victoria Day. Weekend hours can be found on the City of Calgary website.
Free Swimming
Hop in the pool for a swim on Victoria Day, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre, Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre, and Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre.
Devonian Gardens
Head over to Devonian Gardens inside the Core Shopping Centre on Victoria Day from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Don't forget to check out their hours on Saturday and Sunday on The Core's website.
City of Calgary Art Centres
The Wildflower Arts Centre and North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre will be closed on Victoria Day. For detailed hours, visit the individual centers' websites. Keep in mind that specific operating hours for Victoria Day weekend may not be provided, so it's crucial to check their websites or contact them directly for accurate hours.
[1] https://www.calgarytransit.com/tools/tripplanner[2] https://www.calgarytransit.com/[3] https://www.calgary.ca/cgi-bin/ldm/search.cgi?keywords=Victoria+Day[4] https://www.calgary.ca/transit/Pages/Holiday-service.aspx
1.If you're planning a news-filled day, remember that several lifestyle topics can be tied to travel and home-and-garden themes on Victoria Day. For instance, you might explore interesting travel destinations for a long weekend, or discuss home improvement projects perfect for a long weekend at home.
- After you've tackled your travel and lifestyle stories, don't forget to round up your Victoria Day weekend coverage with news on open recreational facilities, such as swimming pools and leisure centers, art galleries, and even aquatic centers that offer free swimming sessions during this extended break.
