As Boxing Day 2023 approaches, Montreal is gearing up for a day of frenzied shopping and unbeatable discounts.
The post-holiday retail event has become a staple throughout Canada, drawing crowds eager to score the best deals. Beyond the hustle and bustle of the sales, there's more to explore, but since it is a holiday, it's always best to know what's open and closed.
To help you plan your day, we've compiled a partial list of what will be open and closed in Montreal, ensuring you navigate the post-Christmas chaos with ease. To play it safe, we recommend giving businesses a quick phone call before heading out, as many local and independent stores in Montreal might have different operating hours during the holiday period.
What's Open in Montreal on Boxing Day
- 311 phone line will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Shopping malls, such as the Eaton Centre and Alexis Nihon will be open from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m.
- SAQ and SQDC outlets will reopen at 1 p.m.
- Parking metres will still be running.
- Espace Pour la Vie destinations, including the Biodôme, Insectarium, and Botanical Garden will be open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium will remain open until 5:30 p.m., and the Biosphère will be open until 4:30 p.m.
- STM bus lines will operate on a holiday schedule, so check online before leaving.
- STL buses will run on a Saturday schedule.
- Garbage and recycling will continue on the usual schedule in most boroughs.
- Cinemas
- Montreal Casino
What's Closed in Montreal on Boxing Day
- Public markets including the Jean-Talon Market, Atwater Market and Maisonneuve Market will be closed.
- Montreal sports centres, swimming pools and libraries will be closed.
- Banks will be closed
- Permit counters
- Courthouses
- Canada Post counters
- Écocentres will also be closed.
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