In Nova Scotia, Good Friday is a designated retail closing day, which means that many stores and services will be closed. While Easter Sunday is not a statutory holiday, there may still be some businesses or services that are closed or operating on reduced hours over the Easter long weekend in Halifax. Groceries and liquor stores such as Atlantic Superstore, Sobeys, Walmart, NSLC, and Bishop’s Cellar will be closed on Friday, March 29, and Sunday, March 31.
Transit services in Halifax will be operating on holiday schedules for Good Friday, with no ferry service on that day. The Alderney Ferry will run as usual on Saturday and will have holiday hours on Sunday, while the Woodside Ferry does not operate on weekends or holidays. Buses will run on their normal weekend hours on Saturday and Sunday, before returning to a normal schedule on Monday.
Municipal services in Halifax will see some alterations for the holiday weekend. Garbage collection services scheduled for Friday, March 29, will be rescheduled for the following day, with regular services resuming on Monday. Most recreation facilities will be closed on Friday, March 29, Sunday, March 31, and Monday, April 1, although residents are advised to check with their specific facility as weekend hours may vary. On-street parking will be free on Friday, March 29, and Monday, April 1.
Shopping malls in Halifax, including Halifax Shopping Centre, Mic Mac Mall, Park Lane Mall, Sunnyside Mall, and Dartmouth Crossing, will be closed on Friday, March 29, and Sunday, March 31. As for attractions, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is temporarily closed for maintenance, while the Museum of Natural History will be open on Friday, Saturday, and Monday. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic will be closed on Friday, March 29, and Monday, April 1, but open on Saturday and Sunday. All Halifax Public Libraries branches will be closed on Friday, March 29, Sunday, March 31, and Monday, April 1.
Overall, the Easter long weekend in Halifax will see many businesses and services closed or operating on reduced hours. Residents and visitors are advised to plan ahead and make note of the specific schedules for essential services like groceries, transit, municipal services, and attractions. By keeping track of holiday hours and closures, individuals can ensure they are prepared for any changes or restrictions that may arise during the Easter long weekend in Nova Scotia.
