As Easter 2025 approaches, Irish shoppers are gearing up for one of the busiest retail weekends of the year. With Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and the Bank Holiday Monday all impacting store hours, knowing exactly what’s open and closed can help you avoid last-minute surprises. We’ve gathered accurate information from official retailer announcements and verified news sources to give you a full breakdown of opening hours and closures across Ireland.

Lidl

Lidl Ireland has confirmed that all of its stores will be closed on Easter Sunday (20 April). This is in line with statutory trading restrictions in Ireland for large retailers. However, stores will operate regular hours on Good Friday (18 April), Easter Saturday (19 April), and Easter Monday (21 April). Customers are advised to shop ahead and plan accordingly.

“As always, our teams are working hard to ensure stores are fully stocked in the run-up to Easter Sunday,” a Lidl spokesperson said.

Aldi

Aldi Ireland is preparing for a bumper sales weekend, particularly across its fresh food and Easter confectionery sections. Aldi stores will also be closed on Easter Sunday nationwide, but remain open on Good Friday, Easter Saturday, and Easter Monday. Stores will run reduced hours on Monday, so checking your local store’s hours via Aldi.ie is recommended.

“We’ve increased staffing and fresh food deliveries in anticipation of increased footfall across the weekend,” Aldi Ireland stated.

Tesco

Tesco stores across Ireland will mostly remain closed on Easter Sunday, in line with the Retail Trading Act. However, Express stores may open in select locations, particularly those outside the Republic’s trading restriction zones. Tesco will operate normal hours on Good Friday and Easter Saturday, with reduced hours likely on Easter Monday.

Check Tesco.ie or the Tesco app for store-specific hours.

Dunnes Stores

While official confirmation was pending at time of writing, Dunnes typically closes on Easter Sunday in Ireland and follows a Bank Holiday schedule for Monday, meaning shorter operating hours. Good Friday and Easter Saturday are business as usual.

SuperValu & Centra

As independently operated stores under franchise, opening hours for SuperValu and Centra will vary. Many will open on Easter Sunday, especially in urban centres or where local demand exists. It is best to check the official websites or contact your local branch directly.

Marks & Spencer

Most Marks & Spencer Food Halls will be closed on Easter Sunday, but open on the surrounding days, with reduced Bank Holiday hours on Monday. Fashion-only stores in shopping centres will also follow mall-wide Easter Sunday closures.

Other Retailers and Shopping Centres

Most large retail outlets like IKEA, Harvey Norman, Smyths Toys, and shopping centre anchor tenants will close on Easter Sunday, though cafés and cinemas inside shopping centres may remain open, depending on local arrangements. Retail parks and high street stores will reopen Monday with reduced hours.

What Else to Know: Key Tips for Easter Shopping

• Alcohol Sales: Licensed premises can sell alcohol on Good Friday, but stores must adhere to standard legal hours.
• Pharmacies: Most pharmacies operate a Bank Holiday rota. Check local listings for availability on Sunday and Monday.
• Public Transport: Expect Sunday service on most routes across Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, Irish Rail, and Luas networks.
• Restaurants and Cafés: Open on Easter Sunday, but bookings are strongly advised due to limited capacity and family traffic.

Easter weekend in Ireland brings a mix of closures and altered trading hours, especially on Easter Sunday. Plan your grocery and retail needs ahead of time, especially for essentials like food, prescriptions, and baby supplies. As always, your best bet is to check with your local store in advance.

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