Your Ultimate Guide to New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day Supermarket Opening Times: Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s, and More

As we approach 2024, last-minute trips to the supermarket for essentials are often unavoidable. From snacks for New Year's parties to beverages and household supplies, knowing your local supermarket's opening hours will save time and hassle. Many major UK supermarket chains, including Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Aldi, and others, will operate on reduced hours during the festive period.

Here's a quick guide to help you plan your shopping:

Tesco

Tesco stores will have varying hours based on location.

• December 31: Tesco Extras and superstores open from 5 am to 7 pm, and local stores from 6 am to 10 pm.

• January 1: Superstores open 8 am to 6 pm, and Express stores from 8 am to 10 pm.

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Asda

Asda will operate reduced hours on both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

• December 31: Open 7 am to 7 pm.

• January 1 Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sainsbury’s

Normal hours resume on January 2.

• December 31: Open 10 am to 7 pm (local stores 6 am to 9 pm).

• January 1: Open 8 am to 8 pm (convenience stores until 9 pm).

Aldi and Lidl

Both stores will close early on New Year's Eve and stay closed on New Year's Day.

December 31: Open 8 am to 6 pm.

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Morrisons, M&S, and Waitrose

• Morrisons: Open December 31 from 6 am to 7 pm and January 1 from 9 am to 6 pm.

• M&S: Most stores close December 31 at 7 pm and stay closed January 1.

• Waitrose: Most stores are closed on January 1, though some service stations may operate.

Check your local store’s specific hours to avoid inconvenience. These adjusted schedules ensure both customers and staff can enjoy the festivities.

FAQs:

Will Marks & Spencer be open on New Year’s?
M&S stores close at 7 pm on December 31 and remain closed on January 1.

What are Aldi’s hours during New Year’s?
Aldi is open from 8 am to 6 pm on December 31 and closed on January 1.