Here's what's open and closed in Metro Vancouver this Easter weekend
It’s almost Easter weekend and there are tons of incredible springtime events to check out in Metro Vancouver, but you may run into some issues completing last-minute errands.
While Friday is officially the stat, many businesses are operating on holiday hours on Monday as well.
Plus, if you need something fun to do, we’ve compiled a list of the best Easter events to check out for the whole family.
Should you find yourself in need of some last-minute supplies, here is what is open and closed on Friday, Sunday, and Monday.
Malls
- Pacific Centre Mall (Friday and Monday: 11 am to 7 pm)
- Kingsgate Mall (Friday and Monday: 11 am to 5 pm)
- Park Royal (Friday: 11 am to 7 pm and Monday: 10 am to 7 pm)
- Metrotown (Friday and Monday: 11 am to 7 pm)
- Guildford Town Centre (Friday and Monday: 11 am to 7 pm)
Entertainment and attractions
Open:
Grocery stores
Open:
Reduced hours:
- BC Liquor Stores (Friday: 9:30 am to 9 pm and Monday: 11 am to 6 pm)
- Costco (Friday: 9 am to 8:30 pm and Easter Sunday: closed)
Pharmacies
Open:
Translink
Friday:
TransLink Customer Service Centre, Access Transit Customer Care Office, and Lost Property Office will be closed.
Monday:
TransLink buses and SeaBus services will operate as they do on weekdays. The SkyTrain will run on standard weekday hours but with reduced peak service.
The West Coast Express will run at its standard reduced frequency:
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- Trains 1, 3, and 5 will operate westbound and eastbound service.
- Trains 2 and 4 will not operate.
Regular fares will be in effect.
TransLink Customer Service Centre, Access Transit Customer Care Office, and Lost Property Office will be closed.
Community centres
Hours will vary depending on the community centre. So check the hours here.
Other places that are closed
- Government offices like Canada Post and City Hall
- Banks (only on Friday but open Monday)
- ICBC
- Public libraries