In 2026, Boxing Day falls on Saturday, December 26, so expect a full weekend of sales and busy malls.
Shopping the Sales
- Malls usually open early on Boxing Day; check hours the week before.
- Many retailers start sales online on Christmas Day.
- Go early or late in the day; noon to 4 PM is the crush.
- Parking at CF Chinook and CrossIron Mills fills by mid-morning.
See Christmas shopping at Calgary malls.
Not Shopping?
- ZOOLIGHTS reopens after Christmas Day and axe throwing runs nightly.
- Go skating or tobogganing. See ice skating and tobogganing.
- Drive out to the mountains. See Christmas in Banff.
- The Lions Festival of Lights is on until January 8.
Related: New Year’s Eve in Calgary, what’s open on Christmas Day.
Part of: Calgary Christmas Guide 2026 › Christmas Markets in Calgary 2026
