Summary
Thanksgiving in Canada falls on Monday, October 12, 2026, with the long weekend running from October 10 to 12. Terra Flowers & Flavours in Barrhaven is open throughout the long weekend, with the café closing at 5 PM on Thanksgiving Monday. Our flower shop is open too, with pickup only for flower orders on Thanksgiving Day.
Key Highlights
- Canadian Thanksgiving falls on Monday, October 12, 2026; visit Terra’s café and flower shop throughout the October 10–12 long weekend.
- Plan your Monday café visit before our special 5 PM closing time.
- Combine a coffee break with picking up flowers for your Thanksgiving gathering.
- Flower orders on Thanksgiving Monday are pickup only; delivery is not available that day.
Between preparing dinner, visiting family and finding a little time for yourself, a long weekend can fill up quickly. Sometimes, a coffee and a conversation are all you need to slow things down.
If your Thanksgiving weekend plans include a café stop in Ottawa, we would love to welcome you to Terra Flowers & Flavours. Our flower café in Barrhaven brings coffee, flowers and a little time to pause together in one place.
When Is Thanksgiving in Canada in 2026?
Thanksgiving in Canada is on Monday, October 12, 2026. Thanksgiving weekend runs from Saturday, October 10, through Monday, October 12. The date is listed in the Government of Canada’s 2026 public holiday calendar.
If you are planning to spend Thanksgiving weekend in Ottawa, these are the dates to keep in mind when arranging a family visit, a coffee catch-up or flowers for your dinner table. At Terra in Barrhaven, both the café and flower shop will be open throughout the weekend, with a special café closing time and pickup-only flower service on Monday.
Is Terra’s Café Open on Thanksgiving Weekend?
Yes! Terra’s café is open throughout Thanksgiving weekend, including Thanksgiving Monday. On Monday, October 12, the café will close earlier than usual, at 5 PM.
| Date | Café | Flower shop |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Open | Open |
| Sunday, October 11, 2026 | Open | Open |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 — Thanksgiving | Open; café closes at 5 PM | Open; flower orders are pickup only |
If you are searching for cafés open on Thanksgiving in Ottawa, Terra is an option for a daytime visit in Barrhaven. Leave yourself time to enjoy your drink before Monday’s earlier closing.
How Can You Make a Café Visit Part of Your Long Weekend?
A café visit can fit around your Thanksgiving plans without needing a whole afternoon. Meet someone for a catch-up, take a break from preparations, or make a little time for yourself before heading to a gathering.
Catch Up Over Coffee
Meeting family or a friend over the long weekend? Set aside time for a drink and an unhurried conversation. A daytime café visit can be a simple way to spend time together before everyone heads to their dinner plans.
Take a Break from Hosting
If you are hosting this year, give yourself a pause between errands and setting the table. Bring your flower ideas along, enjoy a coffee, and ask us about an arrangement that suits your space.
Plan a Coffee-and-Flowers Stop
Heading to someone else’s home for Thanksgiving? Combine your café visit with a flower pickup. It is a thoughtful way to thank your host while making room for a small treat for yourself.
Take a look at our café menu before your visit for a little inspiration.
Can You Pick Up Thanksgiving Flowers at Terra?
Yes. Our flower shop is open throughout the Thanksgiving long weekend, including Monday. Flower orders on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 12, are available for pickup only. There is no flower delivery that day.
Browse our Thanksgiving flower collection for ideas for your own table or a gift for your host. Contact us ahead of your visit to discuss availability and arrange your pickup.
Flowers for Your Host
A compact arrangement in a container can be a practical gift: your host can display it without looking for a vase while dinner is underway. Consider their home and table size when choosing, and let us know if you would like help finding a suitable option.
Flowers for the Dinner Table
For a dining table, a lower arrangement helps guests see one another across the flowers. Leave room for serving dishes, and consider colours that work with the linens and tableware you already have.
A Thoughtful Finishing Touch for Your Thanksgiving Visit
If your café stop includes picking up flowers for a Thanksgiving host, a handwritten card is a simple way to make the gift feel personal. You do not need to add anything elaborate—just a few words about why you are glad to spend time together.
You might write: “Thank you for bringing us together this Thanksgiving. We are so happy to share the day with you.”
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What Should You Plan Before Visiting?
- Allow time for your café stop. On Thanksgiving Monday, arrive with enough time to enjoy your visit before the café closes at 5 PM.
- Confirm your flower pickup time separately. Let us know when you need your flowers, especially if you are collecting them on your way to dinner.
- Check availability for a particular design. Contact us in advance if you have specific flowers, colours or a size in mind.
- Plan the journey with your flowers. Keep arrangements upright and secure, and avoid leaving them in a parked car for an extended period.
Visit Terra Flowers & Flavours in Barrhaven
We would love to be part of your Thanksgiving weekend, whether you are stopping for coffee, meeting someone you have missed, or picking up flowers to share.
Terra Flowers & Flavours
Unit 102/103, 220 Kennevale Drive
Ottawa, Ontario K2J 6B6
Phone: 613-440-0033
Explore our café menu or browse our Thanksgiving flowers to plan your visit.
Thanksgiving Monday reminder: the café closes at 5 PM, and flower orders are pickup only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Terra a Café Open on Thanksgiving in Ottawa?
Yes. Terra Flowers & Flavours in Barrhaven is open on Thanksgiving Monday, October 12, 2026. The café closes at 5 PM that day.
Is the Flower Shop Also Open During Thanksgiving Weekend?
Yes. The flower shop is open throughout the long weekend, including Thanksgiving Monday. Contact Terra to confirm availability and arrange your flower pickup.
Can I Have Flowers Delivered on Thanksgiving Monday?
No. Flower orders on Monday, October 12, 2026, are pickup only. Please arrange to collect your flowers from Terra in Barrhaven.
Can I Combine a Café Visit with Picking Up a Host Gift?
Yes. You can plan a café stop around your flower pickup. Arrange your flowers and collection time ahead so your visit fits comfortably around your Thanksgiving plans.
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