Easter Supermarket Opening Hours 2026: Your Complete Guide
As the Easter bank holiday weekend approaches in 2026, major supermarkets across the UK are adjusting their opening times. Shoppers are advised to plan ahead to avoid disappointment, with many stores closing on Easter Sunday and operating reduced hours on other days. This comprehensive guide details the schedules for Aldi, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and other leading retailers to help you navigate the holiday period smoothly.
Aldi Easter Opening Times
Aldi will implement specific changes for the Easter weekend. On Good Friday, stores will be open from 8am to 9pm. Easter Saturday will see hours from 8am to 9pm as well. However, all Aldi stores will be closed on Easter Sunday. On Easter Monday, opening hours will be from 8am to 8pm. Customers should note these adjustments to ensure they can complete their essential shopping without disruption.
Major Supermarket Schedules
Other supermarkets have also announced their Easter plans. Asda will open from 7am to 10pm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday, but will close on Easter Sunday. On Easter Monday, Asda stores will operate from 8am to 10pm. The Co-Op will have similar hours, with most stores open from 7am to 10pm on Good Friday, Easter Saturday, and Easter Monday, while closing on Easter Sunday. Convenience stores may vary, so checking locally is recommended.
Marks & Spencer advises customers to verify individual store times, but typically follows patterns from previous years. Good Friday hours are expected to be 8am to 8pm, with no changes announced for Easter Saturday, closure on Easter Sunday, and 8am to 8pm on Easter Monday. Morrisons will have varying hours, with most stores in England and Wales open from 7am to 10pm on Good Friday, closed on Easter Sunday, and 7am to 8pm on Easter Monday. In Scotland, stores will operate as normal throughout the weekend.
Tesco and Waitrose Details
Tesco's schedule is more complex due to regional differences. In England, Wales, and the Isle of Man, Good Friday hours are 6am to 10pm, with Easter Sunday closed and Easter Monday from 8am to 6pm. Scotland and Northern Ireland will have normal trading hours. Large Express stores may follow similar adjustments, while standard Express stores typically remain open as usual. Waitrose will open with reduced hours on Good Friday and Easter Monday, generally from 8am to 8pm based on last year's pattern. Easter Saturday has no changes announced, and most stores will close on Easter Sunday, though some Little Waitrose locations may open.
Additional Retailer Information
Iceland will maintain normal trading hours on Good Friday and Easter Saturday, with closures on Easter Sunday except in Scotland. Easter Monday will also see normal hours, though shopping centre stores may differ. Sainsbury's will open from 7am to 11pm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday, close on Easter Sunday except in Scotland, and operate from 8am to 8pm on Easter Monday. Convenience stores are expected to follow normal trading hours throughout the weekend.
Key Tips for Shoppers:
- Always check your local store's specific hours online or via their app, as times can vary by location.
- Plan your shopping early in the weekend to avoid last-minute rushes, especially for perishable items.
- Be aware of regional differences, particularly in Scotland where some stores may remain open on Easter Sunday.
- Consider using convenience stores or online delivery options if main supermarkets are closed.
By staying informed with this guide, you can ensure a stress-free Easter shopping experience during the 2026 bank holiday weekend. Remember to verify details closer to the date, as schedules are subject to change based on local circumstances and retailer updates.
