As Christmas approaches, major supermarkets in the UK have released their opening hours for Christmas Eve, offering shoppers the chance to pick up last-minute essentials. With preparations for Christmas Day underway, knowing when each store is open can save time and stress during this busy shopping period.
Supermarket Opening Hours on Christmas Eve
Most major supermarkets will operate under adjusted hours on December 24, 2023. Here is a summary of the opening times for each retailer:
**Asda**: Most stores will open from 6:00 to 19:00. Note that smaller locations may have different hours. On Christmas Day, all Asda stores will be closed, reopening on Boxing Day from 6:00 to 19:00.
**Tesco**: Most Tesco supermarkets will also be open from 6:00 to 19:00, while express stores will extend their hours to 7:00 to 22:00. On Christmas Day, Tesco stores will be closed, with Boxing Day hours set for 9:00 to 18:00.
**Sainsbury’s**: Similar to its competitors, Sainsbury’s will open from 6:00 to 19:00 on Christmas Eve. Local Sainsbury’s stores may remain open until 22:00. The stores will be closed on Christmas Day and will reopen on Boxing Day from 8:00 to 20:00.
**Morrisons**: Most Morrisons supermarkets will be open from 6:00 to 18:00 on Christmas Eve. Morrisons Daily stores will have variable hours. All locations will remain closed on Christmas Day, with Boxing Day hours from 9:00 to 18:00.
**Aldi**: Aldi stores will operate from 7:00 to 18:00 on Christmas Eve. All locations will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, resuming regular hours on December 27.
**Lidl**: Most Lidl stores will follow similar hours, opening from 7:00 to 18:00 on Christmas Eve and remaining closed on both Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
**Co-op**: Co-op stores will be open from 7:00 to 21:00 on Christmas Eve. They will also be closed on Christmas Day but will resume service on Boxing Day from 8:00 to 21:00.
**Iceland**: Iceland stores will be open from 8:00 to 17:00 on Christmas Eve. All locations will close on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
**Waitrose & Partners**: Most Waitrose supermarkets will be open from 7:00 to 18:00 on Christmas Eve, closing for Christmas Day and reopening on Boxing Day.
**Marks & Spencer**: On Christmas Eve, most Marks & Spencer stores will be open from 6:00 to 18:00. They will be closed on Christmas Day and most stores will not reopen until December 27.
Plan Ahead for Christmas Shopping
With these varied hours, shoppers are encouraged to plan their visits accordingly. It is advisable to check the individual opening hours of local stores using their respective online store locators, as hours may vary by location. This year’s Christmas shopping rush is expected to be particularly busy, making it crucial to confirm store hours before heading out for those final purchases.
By staying informed about supermarket hours, shoppers can ensure they have everything needed for a successful Christmas Day celebration.
