Summer may be over soon, but we've still got one long weekend left!
With the Labour Day long weekend now in full swing, we at Oakville News have put together a list of what's going to be open and closed this Monday, Sept. 2 for this year's holiday - the unofficial end of summer.
Most businesses affiliated with the town of Oakville will be closed for Labour Day Monday, and Oakville Transit will operate on a reduced, modified schedule.
Closed Monday, September 4:
- Town Hall
- Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts
- Seniors’ Centres
- Community centres
- Indoor pools
- Outdoor pools (Lions outdoor pool will be open on September 2)
- Arenas
- Cemetery offices
- Harbour offices
- Municipal parking lot at 300 Church Street
While the Oakville Museum has been traditionally closed on Labour Day, this year, the Museum (including the Old Post Office) will be open on Labour Day, September 2, from 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Transit Service
Oakville Transit is offering its holiday service schedule on Monday, September 2, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents can visit the Oakville Transit website for details.
Open air burning, fireworks and cottage fire safety tips
If your long weekend plans include a trip to the cottage, outdoor fires or fireworks, the Oakville Fire department is urging you to take the proper precautions to stay safe.
For information on fireworks safety, cottage fire safety tips and open air burning in Oakville visit the Fire Prevention and Safety page.
For 2024, there are no public fireworks displays planned in Halton Region.
Shopping and dining
Lastly, don't forget many of Bronte Village, Downtown Oakville and Kerr Village's restaurants, cafes and ever-popular patios will be open on Labour Day - though many shops and stores will be closed.
These areas are designated tourist destinations. However, if you are looking to visit a particular location, it is advisable to call first since not all locations will choose to be open.
To report emergencies related to roads, traffic lights and signs, parks and trees or flooding and storms outside of ServiceOakville’s hours of operation, call 905-845-6601 to be connected with the after hours dispatch service. Non-urgent reports can also be made using the town's online services.
Full information about all facilities around Oakville are available on the town's website.