Easter 2026 Supermarket Hours: Aldi, Asda, Tesco, More

Easter 2026 Supermarket Hours: Aldi, Asda, Tesco, More

The upcoming Easter weekend in 2026 will bring changes to supermarket hours across the UK. Due to specific regulations, several major retailers will alter their operating times on both Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.

Easter 2026 Supermarket Hours: Aldi, Asda, Tesco, and More

Many large supermarkets are required to close on Easter Sunday. This closure is part of legal restrictions aimed at maintaining a traditional observance of the holiday. On Easter Monday, however, most stores will open with varying hours, similar to Sunday hours.

Supermarket Opening Hours

Here’s a detailed overview of the opening hours for major supermarkets during Easter 2026:

  • Aldi
    • Easter Sunday: Closed
    • Easter Monday: 8 AM – 10 PM
  • Asda
    • Easter Sunday: Closed for stores over 280 square meters
    • Easter Monday: 8 AM – 10 PM for smaller stores
  • Tesco
    • Easter Sunday: Closed
    • Easter Monday: 8 AM – 6 PM
  • M&S (Marks & Spencer)
    • Easter Sunday: Closed
    • Easter Monday: 8 AM – 8 PM
  • Lidl
    • Easter Sunday: Closed
    • Easter Monday: Opening hours may vary; check local stores.
  • Morrisons
    • Easter Sunday: Closed
    • Easter Monday: 7 AM – 8 PM
  • Waitrose
    • Easter Sunday: Generally closed
    • Easter Monday: Check local openings.
  • Sainsbury’s
    • Easter Sunday: Closed
    • Easter Monday: Opening hours may vary.

Customers are advised to verify hours specific to their local store ahead of the holiday. With these adjustments, the Easter weekend can be observed while ensuring essential shopping needs are met on Monday.