Christmas 2024 Opening Hours for Tesco, Waitrose, Aldi, Lidl & More Revealed
- Most supermarkets will close on Christmas Day, with some remaining shut on Boxing Day
- Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, and Lidl have confirmed their holiday hours
- Home Bargains and other retailers prioritise staff time off during the festive season
Supermarkets and retailers across the UK have announced their Christmas opening hours, helping shoppers plan their festive grocery runs. As usual, most stores will be closed on Christmas Day, with several also shutting their doors on Boxing Day.
Key Christmas Opening Hours:
- Tesco: Stores closed on Christmas Day, limited hours on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
- Waitrose: Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day; some convenience stores may open for limited hours.
- Aldi: Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day; early closure on Christmas Eve.
- Lidl: Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day; early closure on Christmas Eve.
- Sainsbury’s: Closed on Christmas Day; limited hours on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
Home Bargains Closure
Home Bargains has confirmed all 600 stores will remain closed on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, continuing a tradition of giving staff extended time off. Stores will also close early at 5pm on Christmas Eve.
Pubs Open on Christmas Day
For those looking to celebrate outside of home, Wetherspoons will open 664 of its pubs on December 25, providing a gathering spot for the holiday.
Tom Church, Co-Founder of LatestDeals.co.uk, commented: “These closures reflect a growing trend among retailers to prioritise staff well-being. Planning ahead will ensure you avoid any last-minute panic this Christmas.”