Easter 2026 Supermarket Opening Hours: Your Essential Guide
As the Easter 2026 weekend approaches, shoppers across the United Kingdom are preparing for the festivities, but it is crucial to be aware of altered supermarket schedules during this holiday period. While most major retailers will maintain operations on Good Friday, April 3, and Easter Monday, April 6, specific opening and closing times may vary significantly by location and store type.
Many supermarkets will keep their smaller convenience stores open throughout the entire weekend, including on Easter Sunday, April 5, to ensure customers have access to essential items. However, larger supermarkets often implement reduced hours or complete closures on certain days, making advance planning essential for a smooth shopping experience.
Tesco Opening Times for Easter 2026
Tesco Superstores will generally be open on both Good Friday and Easter Monday, but with reduced operating hours compared to normal weekdays. Some locations may close as early as 5:00 PM on Good Friday, while others could remain open until 10:00 PM. On Easter Monday, most Superstores are expected to close at 6:00 PM. Customers are strongly advised to use the Tesco Store Locator tool to verify exact times for their local branch.
Asda Easter Weekend Schedule
Most larger Asda stores will follow this schedule over the Easter 2026 period:
- Good Friday: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Easter Sunday: Closed
- Easter Monday: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Sainsbury's Holiday Operating Hours
The majority of Sainsbury's supermarkets will operate from 7:00 AM until 11:00 PM on both Good Friday and Easter Saturday. Convenience stores will maintain their usual hours of 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM throughout the weekend. However, all Sainsbury's supermarkets in England will be closed on Easter Sunday. On Easter Monday, most supermarkets will open between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM, while convenience stores continue with normal hours.
Morrisons Easter 2026 Timings
Morrisons supermarkets in England and Wales will be closed on Easter Sunday. On Good Friday and Saturday, stores will typically open from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, aligning with standard weekday hours. Most Morrisons Daily convenience stores will remain open as usual over the entire long weekend, including Sunday.
Aldi's Modified Easter Schedule
Aldi will be open over the Easter weekend with adjusted hours, but will close on Sunday:
- Good Friday: 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Saturday, April 4: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Easter Sunday: Closed
- Easter Monday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
This detailed overview ensures that shoppers can effectively plan their Easter 2026 grocery trips, avoiding any unexpected closures or limited hours. Always double-check with your local store for the most accurate and up-to-date information, as individual locations may have slight variations.
