A major UK supermarket chain, Aldi, has announced a nationwide closure for three days during the Christmas period in 2025. This decision aligns with the festive season, a time when many shoppers rely on supermarkets for their holiday essentials.
Closure Details for Aldi Stores
Aldi will close its doors on December 25 and 26, allowing staff a deserved break during one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. The stores will resume regular hours on December 27.
Aldi’s Christmas Opening Hours 2025
- December 22: 7am – 10pm
- December 23: 7am – 10pm
- December 24: 7am – 6pm
- December 25: Closed
- December 26: Closed
- December 27: 8am – 8pm
- December 28: 10am – 4pm
- December 29: 8am – 8pm
- December 30: 8am – 8pm
- December 31: 8am – 6pm
- January 1: Closed
- January 2: 8am – 10pm
Other Supermarkets’ Holiday Hours
While Aldi takes its break, other supermarkets will remain operational. Sainsbury’s and Tesco are among those providing extended hours leading up to Christmas.
Key Opening Times for Sainsbury’s and Tesco
- Sainsbury’s: Open from 6am to 11pm from December 18 to 23.
- Christmas Eve: Closes at 7pm for Tesco Extra and Superstores; Express stores may close by 10pm.
- Christmas Day: All Tesco stores and petrol stations will be closed.
- Boxing Day: Tesco Extra and Superstores open from 9am to 6pm; Express stores from 9am to 7pm.
- New Year’s Day: Tesco stores will operate from 9am to 6pm.
Shoppers are advised to plan their purchases in advance during this festive period when many stores will have varying hours of operation. The holiday season presents a unique challenge, as shoppers may find themselves scrambling for last-minute essentials before the closures.
