What's open and closed Canada Day in London, Ont.
File photo of 'we're open' and closed signs.
There is plenty to see and do around London on Canada Day.
From a number of planned firework shows, to markets, and family activities. Here's what you need to know heading into the Holiday Tuesday.
Open
Free recreational activities put on by the City of London, including family badminton, Zumba, arts and crafts, or swimming if you need to beat the heat, and many more.
City of London golf courses
Storybook Gardens
Boler Mountain
The Factory
East Park
London Children's Museum
London Transit (operating on a holiday schedule)
Some pharmacies (call ahead or check online for specific hours of operation)
Bars, restaurants and craft breweries (call ahead or check online for specific hours of operation)
Movie theatres
Backyard fireworks are permitted on the holiday Monday between sundown and 11 p.m. No one under the age of 18 is allowed to discharge fireworks unless they are supervised by an adult 18 years or older
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