These are the businesses open on the show holiday

THE crowds are building as the Mackay Show prepares to enter its third day - People's Day.

Whether you love or loath the show, a public holiday is a public holiday.

While a number of businesses around town will remain closed, some will open their doors to cater to those planning to enjoy the day day off somewhere other than the show..

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This is who is trading on Mackay's Show public holiday?

Caneland Central: 10am to 4pm

Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre major retailers: 9am to 6pm

Mount Pleasant speciality stores (times may vary depending on store): 10am to 4pm

Woolworths Ooralea, Mt Pleasant, Caneland, Andergrove, Sarina and Marian: 9am to 6pm

Coles Parkside, Caneland, Mt Pleasant and Sydney Street: 9am to 6pm

Coles Northern Beaches - 9am to 5.30pm

Ballantyne's Strawberry Farm: 8am to 4pm

Laffo's Bar and Pizzeria: 7am to 4pm

The Coffee Club Wood St: 7am to late

Coco Cubano: 7am to 9.30pm

The Dispensary and Avenue: Open regular trading hours

Bluewater Lagoon: 9am to 4.45pm

Moss on Wood: 6am to 9pm

Botanic Gardens: 5am to 3pm

Memorial Pool: 8am to 5pm

Pioneer Pool: Closed for maintenance.

BBC Cinemas: Open trading regular hours 

Mother's Pantry: 5am to 6pm

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