New Year's Eve 2026 is on Thursday, 31 December 2026.
That's in 74 days.Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, Aldi and 21 more .
DEC 31 Thu Countdown
New Year's Eve
Thursday, 31 December 2026
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Is Tesco open on New Year's Eve? Open - Holiday Hours
Open, but closes earlier than usual.
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Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Christmas Eve - Thu 24 Dec Christmas Eve Christmas Day - Fri 25 Dec Christmas Day Boxing Day - Sat 26 Dec New Year's Eve - Thu 31 Dec New Year's Eve New Year's Day - Fri 1 Jan Good Friday - Fri 26 Mar Good Friday Easter Sunday - Sun 28 Mar Easter Sunday Easter Monday - Mon 29 Mar Early May Bank Holiday - Mon 3 May Spring Bank Holiday - Mon 31 May Spring Bank Holid. Summer Bank Holiday - Mon 30 Aug Summer Bank Holid. ● New Year's Eve ● Store hours guide available ● Other holidays
New Year's Eve is not a bank holiday, so supermarkets are open but most close early in the evening. Several chains then close on New Year's Day, so plan ahead.
Is it open on New Year's Eve? Store by Store
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New Year's Eve 2026
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Tesco Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Sainsbury's Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Asda Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Morrisons Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Aldi Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Lidl Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Waitrose Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Co-op Food Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Iceland Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Marks & Spencer Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Boots Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Superdrug Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Argos Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
B&M Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Home Bargains Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Primark Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Next Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
John Lewis Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
IKEA Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Currys Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
B&Q Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Greggs Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Costa Coffee Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Starbucks Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
McDonald's Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Post Office Open - Holiday Hours Open, but closes earlier than usual. Find a store ›
Status shows the typical pattern for each chain. Individual stores may differ. Last reviewed: 27 September 2026.
New Year's Eve Store Rules by Nation
Most supermarkets close in the early evening; convenience stores often stay open later.
Aldi, Lidl, Waitrose and M&S are usually closed the next day, New Year's Day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Eve 2026 in the UK?
New Year's Eve 2026 in the UK falls on Thursday, 31 December 2026.
Are supermarkets open on New Year's Eve?
Yes. Supermarkets are open on New Year's Eve but most close in the early evening.
Other Upcoming Holidays in the UK
Holiday hours are provided as a general guide and can change without notice. Store Locator Tool is not affiliated with the retailers listed. Please confirm hours with your local store before visiting.
