What’s open and closed in Carleton Place and Almonte this 2026 Easter long weekend
The Easter long weekend is almost here— bringing with it opportunities for family fun, spring adventures and plenty of delicious treats. As you prepare for the busy weekend ahead, it’s helpful to be aware of the changes to regular schedules and business hours for both residents and visitors alike. Here’s a look at what businesses are open and closed from April 3-6, 2026 in Carleton Place and Almonte and which local services are affected.
Businesses
FreshCo (110 Lansdowne Avenue, Carleton Place) will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Anderson’s Your Independent Grocer (445 McNeely Avenue, Carleton Place) will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Jonsson’s Your Independent Grocer (401 Ottawa Street, Almonte) will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Walmart (450 McNeely Avenue, Carleton Place) will be closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.
Most Shoppers Drug Mart locations will be open throughout the long weekend for regular hours, but some may vary.
Almonte Rexall (430 Ottawa Street) will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
IDA Drug Mart (47 Lansdowne Avenue, Carleton Place) will be open on Good Friday with reduced hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All other days remain unaffected.
The Beer Store will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
The LCBO in Almonte (124 Queen Street) will be closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday. The LCBO in Carleton Place (525 McNeely Avenue) will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. LCBO stores will be open on Easter Monday but may be operating with reduced hours.
Municipal Services – Carleton Place
Carleton Place municipal offices at Town Hall (175 Bridge Street) will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6 for the Easter holiday. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7 with regular business hours.
Waste and Recycling Collection: Garbage and recycling pickup will resume normally on its routine schedule over the long weekend.
Carleton Place Aquatic Centre will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, but will remain open on: – Saturday, April 4: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (Adult Swim), 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Public Swim) – No lessons
– Monday, April 6: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (Adult Swim), 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Public Swim) – No lessons
Carleton Place Public Library will be closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.
Municipal Services – Almonte
The Mississippi Mills Municipal Office will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. This includes the Building, Planning, Recreation and Culture Departments located at Almonte Old Town Hall and the Roads and Public Works Garage.
Payments and other documents can be dropped off in the secure mail slot to the left of the Mississippi Mills Municipal Office doors at 3131 Old Perth Road.
Waste and Recycling Collection: Regular Friday pickup will shift to Saturday, April 4.
Mississippi Mills Public Library will be closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.