Holiday Date: Monday, February 17, 2025
As Family Day approaches, many Brampton residents are planning how to spend their long weekend. While some businesses and services will be open, others will be closed or operating under reduced hours. Here’s what you need to know.
What’s Open on Family Day in Brampton:
- Movie Theatres – Open as per regular schedules
- Shoppers Drug Mart locations – Open
- Smaller Grocery Stores (e.g., Rabba) – Open
- Most Convenience Stores – Open
- Some Restaurants – Open (Call ahead to confirm)
- Bramalea City Centre – Reduced hours (11 AM – 6 PM)
Recreation & Activities:
- Some Brampton Recreation Centres – Open for drop-in swimming, skating, and sports (Check online or call ahead for schedules)
- Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) – Open with free admission
Essential & Emergency Services:
- Peel Regional Police
- Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
- Traffic Services, By-Law Enforcement, Road Operations, and Security Services
What’s Closed on Family Day in Brampton:
Retail & Shopping Centers:
- LCBO Stores – Closed
- The Beer Store – Closed
- Shoppers World – Closed
- Most Major Grocery Stores – Closed
Public Services & Government Offices:
- All Brampton Library Branches – Closed
- Brampton Animal Shelter – Closed
- Provincial Government Offices – Closed
- Banks – Closed
- City Hall & Select Corporate Facilities – Closed (Reopens Tuesday)
Public Transit Schedule:
- Brampton Transit – Operating on a Sunday/holiday service schedule
- GO Transit – Operating on a Saturday schedule
Waste Collection & Recycling:
- Garbage Pickup – Cancelled on Family Day. Monday’s pickup will move to Tuesday.
- Community Recycling Centres – Closed on Family Day, reopening Tuesday.
If you’re heading out, be sure to check with individual businesses for specific hours. Enjoy your Family Day!

