Christmas in the Battlefords. (battlefordsNOWstaff)

By Alyssa Rudolph

holiday guide

Battlefords holiday guide: what’s open on Christmas and Boxing Day

Dec 25, 2025 | 6:00 AM

Christmas has officially arrived in the Battlefords, bringing festive cheer and holiday hustle.

As families gather, meals are prepared, and plans unfold. There’s always a chance something slips through the cracks.

Whether you suddenly realize the gas tank is running low, discover you’re missing a key ingredient for Christmas dinner, or just need a quick snack between celebrations, you’re not alone. To help keep the season running smoothly, here’s a helpful list of local businesses that will be open on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

If an emergency occurs, Battlefords Union Hospital will be operational 24/7 over the holidays. However, specific clinics or outpatient services may have adjusted hours.

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All town departments – closed Dec. 25 and 26

Waste collection – no pick-ups until Dec. 30

Christmas Day – Gas Stations

Petro Canada – 24/7

Gas Plus – 24/7

Gold Eagle Gas Bar – 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Co-op Gas Bar (Carlton Trail and Battleford) – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Co-op Gas Bar (Territorial Dr) – 24-hour pumps only

Mobil – 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Esso (Battleford) – 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Red Pheasant Centex – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Boxing Day – Gas Stations

Petro Canada – 24/7

Gas Plus – 24/7

Gold Eagle Gas Bar – 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Co-op Gas Bar (all locations) – 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Mobil – 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Esso (Battleford) – 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Red Pheasant Centex – 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Christmas Day – Grocery Stores

29th St market – 11 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Boxing Day – Grocery Stores

29th St Market – 9 a.m. – 10: a.m.

Walmart – 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Sobeys – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Discovery Co-op Food Store – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

M&M Food Market – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Co-op Food Store (Battleford) – 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Convenience Stores – Christmas Day

7-Eleven – 24/7

Waypoint Convenience – 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Short Stop – 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Convenience Stores – Boxing Day

7-Eleven – 24/7

Waypoint Convenience – 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Short Stop – 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

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alyssa.rudolph@pattisonmedia.com