Seasonal & Holidays
Christmas Day 2019: What's Open, Closed In Minneapolis, St. Paul
From liquor stores to the post office, here's a look at what's open and what's closed on Christmas Day in Minnesota.
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis and St. Paul city government offices, including Minneapolis 311, are closed Wednesday, Dec. 25, in observance of the Christmas Day holiday. City offices will resume regular business hours Thursday, Dec. 26.
Garbage and recycling – There are no garbage or recycling pick-ups in Minneapolis on Wednesday, Dec. 25 and the Minneapolis Transfer Station is closed. Collections this week are delayed by a day, starting with Wednesday’s scheduled pick-ups taking place Thursday, Dec. 26.
The Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling Downtown Customer Service Office is closed Wednesday as well.
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Metered parking – Minneapolis' metered parking spaces are not enforced Dec. 25, but all other parking restrictions in the city remain in effect and subject to enforcement, including Park Board meters along Minneapolis parkways, University of Minnesota parking meters and those of private organizations that operate their own meters.
Always read the information posted on the meter to be certain.
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Are Grocery Stores Open Christmas Day In Minnesota?
311 – Minneapolis 311 is closed Tuesday, Dec. 25.
911 and emergency services – The holiday does not affect Minneapolis police and fire emergency services.
Post office: Closed
Federal offices: Closed
Most county offices are closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Banks: Closed
Gas stations: Many will remain open
Liquor stores: All Minnesota liquor stores are legally required to close on Christmas Day
Other retailers: Call ahead to confirm holiday hours
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