Saint-Jean-Baptiste 2025: Here's what's open and closed in Montreal on Tuesday, June 24
Make sure to hit up the SAQ beforehand!
Whether you're planning to catch a parade, grab brunch, or just wondering if the SAQ will be open, here's a handy breakdown of what's open and closed.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (aka Fête nationale du Québec) falls on Tuesday, June 24 this year, giving many Montrealers a midweek break to enjoy the city, attend festivities, or just sleep in. As Quebec's official national holiday, it's a statutory day off for most, meaning government services, stores, and transit could be operating on modified schedules.
Whether you're planning to catch a parade, grab brunch, or just wondering if the SAQ will be open, here's a handy breakdown of what's open and closed in Montreal this Saint-Jean.
What’s open in Montreal on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day 2025?
Montreal public markets:
Atwater, Jean-Talon, Maisonneuve, and neighbourhood markets will all be open, but possibly with reduced hours. Check Marchés Publics de Montréal’s site for updates.
STM transit:
Buses and metros will run on a holiday schedule. Plan accordingly via the STM website or Transit app.
Garbage, recycling & compost pickup:
All regular Tuesday collections will happen as usual across boroughs.
Espace pour la Vie museums:
- Biodôme
- Insectarium
- Botanical Garden
- Planetarium
- Biosphère
Open with regular hours.
Most restaurants, bars & cafés:
Open as usual, especially in tourist areas and busy neighbourhoods.
Pharmacies & gas stations:
Most major chains will remain open, but hours may vary.
Some dépanneurs and small grocery stores:
Especially in central areas — but expect limited staff or early closing.
What’s closed in Montreal on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day 2025?
SAQ & SQDC stores:
Most locations will be closed for the holiday.
Shopping malls & big-box stores:
Expect closures at CF Fairview Pointe-Claire, Carrefour Angrignon, Eaton Centre, Carrefour Laval, Walmart, and Costco.
Banks & government offices:
All major financial institutions and provincial/federal offices — including SAAQ and Passport Canada — will be closed.
Canada Post:
No mail delivery or pickup. Some private post counters (inside pharmacies) may still operate.
City of Montreal offices:
- Accès Montréal offices
- Borough halls
- Permit counters
- Municipal courtrooms (except Room R.40 for detainee appearances)
Libraries, pools, & community centres:
Varies by borough — check your local borough's website to confirm schedules.
If you're looking to soak up some culture (or just enjoy a festive crowd), there are tons of Fête nationale parties and events happening around town. You can find a full list of official celebrations on Montreal's tourism site.
As for the weather, Environment Canada's Montreal forecast is calling for clear skies and lots of sun with a high of 35 C.
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