Christmas Eve. Until what time do stores open on December 24?
December 24 is a time of intensive preparations for Christmas. For many of us, Christmas Eve is the last opportunity to buy missing gifts, food products or other necessary things.
However, it is worth remembering that store opening hours are shortened on this day. Here is an overview of the opening hours of popular retail chains on Christmas Eve 2024.
Supermarkets and discount stores. Until what time is it open?
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Biedronka: Most Biedronka stores will be open until 1 p.m
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Lidl: Most Lidl outlets will operate until 13
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Auchan: Auchan stores will generally be open until 1 p.m., individual stores until 2 p.m
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Carrefour: Carrefour stores should be open until 13
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Netto: Netto branches will be open until 1:30 p.m
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Dino: Dino markets will be open until 1:30 p.m
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Kaufland: Kaufland supermarkets will be open until 13
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Aldi: stores will be open until 1:30 p.m
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Rossmann: Rossmann drugstores will be open until 1:30 p.m
Shopping malls
Most shopping centers will operate with reduced hours, usually until 1 or 2 p.m. It is worth checking the individual schedule on the website of the selected shopping center or on Google.
Local stores
Small grocery stores and local shopping outlets often decide to have shorter opening hours, but many of them remain open even until 2 p.m. Decisions about opening hours rest with the owners, so it is best to check the information on site.
Gas stations
If you need something last minute, gas stations can be a good option. Most of them operate 24 hours a day, but the selection of products is limited.
Pharmacies and medical points
Selected pharmacies will be open on Christmas Eve, but it is worth checking the list of duties on the websites of local offices or pharmacies.
Summary
Christmas Eve is a special day, so it is worth planning your shopping in advance to avoid stress. Store opening hours on this day are usually shortened, and the largest retail chains close at around 1 p.m. For those who leave shopping until the last minute, gas stations or local stores may be an alternative.