Discover What’s Open and Closed in Hamilton for Thanksgiving Weekend

This Monday marks Thanksgiving, affecting various businesses and services in Hamilton. For residents planning their holiday activities, here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what’s open and what’s closed during the long weekend.

Grocery Stores

Local grocery stores in Hamilton will operate normally on Saturday and Sunday but will be closed on Monday. This closure applies to all major grocery chains in the area.

Alcohol Retailers

• Beer Store: Most outlets, including those in Hamilton, will remain closed on Monday, reopening on Tuesday with regular operating hours.
• LCBO: All LCBO locations will also be closed for the holiday.

Malls and Retail Locations

CF Lime Ridge mall will be closed on Monday. The Centre on Barton recommends that shoppers verify the hours of individual stores ahead of their visits.

Library and Farmers’ Market Hours

• Public Library: All Hamilton Public Library branches will be closed on Sunday and Monday, with regular hours resuming on Tuesday.
• Farmers’ Market: The Hamilton Farmers’ Market will not open on Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday. It will reopen on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with regular hours on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Public Transportation

The Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) will run a Sunday schedule on Monday. This includes all bus services, with the final bus leaving downtown around midnight. The MyRide service in Waterdown and Trans-Cab will also operate on this schedule.

DARTS Service

The DARTS service will follow holiday hours. All subscription trips, except those for dialysis, will be canceled on Monday. Passengers requiring travel on this day must have made reservations at least five days in advance.

Civic Facilities

All civic museums in Hamilton will be closed on Monday, along with the Gage Park Tropical Greenhouse. Recreational facilities, seniors’ clubs, and centers will also be shut down for the day.

Waste Collection

There will be no pickup for green carts, blue boxes, or garbage on Monday, including bulk and yard waste. Community recycling centres and transfer stations will also close. Waste collection will occur one day later, so residents are advised to have their waste at the curb by 7 a.m. on the adjusted pickup day.

Animal Services

The Animal Services Shelter will be closed on Sunday and Monday. For emergencies involving animals, residents should call 905-546-2489.

City Services

Municipal service centers will be closed on Monday. The provincial offences office located at 50 Main St. E. will also be closed, but residents can process online payments for traffic violations and parking tickets. Emergency contacts for road, water main, and sewer issues should be directed to 905-546-2489.

Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for the Thanksgiving weekend as many local businesses and services will be affected, with several closures and modified hours. Enjoy the holiday responsibly!