As Easter approaches in 2026, shoppers will need to plan their grocery trips carefully. Supermarkets across the UK will have varying opening hours during the holiday weekend. Notably, large stores in England and Wales are bound by laws that restrict trading on Easter Sunday, affecting many popular supermarkets.
Easter 2026 Supermarket Opening Hours
Here is a summary of the opening hours for major supermarkets during the Easter weekend:
Tesco
- Good Friday (April 3): Most Superstores open, with hours varying from 5pm to 10pm.
- Easter Sunday (April 5): All Liverpool Superstores closed; most Tesco Express stores open 6am to 11pm.
- Easter Monday (April 6): Superstores close at 6pm; check local listings for specifics.
Asda
- Good Friday: Most stores open from 7am to 10pm.
- Easter Sunday: Closed.
- Easter Monday: Open 8am to 10pm.
Sainsbury’s
- Good Friday: Open from 7am to 11pm.
- Easter Sunday: Closed in the UK except for Scotland where stores open according to Sunday trading hours.
- Easter Monday: Most stores open 8am to 8pm.
Morrisons
- Good Friday: Open from 7am to 10pm.
- Easter Sunday: Closed; however, Morrisons Daily stores will remain open.
- Easter Monday: Stores close earlier than usual at 8pm.
M&S
- Good Friday: Altered hours; Liverpool ONE opens from 8:30am to 6pm.
- Easter Sunday: Most stores in England closed; Scottish stores will remain open.
- Easter Monday: Open with some alterations; Liverpool ONE opens at 9am and closes at 6pm.
Aldi
- Good Friday: Open from 8am to 9pm.
- Easter Sunday: Closed.
- Easter Monday: Open from 8am to 8pm.
For the most accurate information, shoppers are encouraged to check the respective supermarket websites or store locators. This Easter, planning ahead can ensure a smooth shopping experience as many stores adjust their hours.
