Since 2023, Ireland has observed an annual public holiday in early February to honor St. Brigid’s Day. This holiday typically falls on the first Monday of February, unless February 1st is a Friday, in which case the holiday is observed on that day instead.
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For 2025, the February Bank Holiday will take place on Monday, February 3rd. As with all public holidays, many businesses, including banks, post offices, and supermarkets, will have adjusted opening hours.
To help you plan your shopping, here are the latest bank holiday opening hours for major supermarkets across Ireland, including Dunnes Stores, Lidl, Aldi, Tesco, and SuperValu.
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Supermarket Opening Hours for February Bank Holiday 2025
🛒 SuperValu
SuperValu stores operate independently, meaning their opening hours vary depending on the location.
➡️ To find the exact hours for your nearest store, use the SuperValu Store Finder on their official website.
🛒 Tesco
Most Tesco stores will be open with reduced hours, operating from:
🕘 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM on Monday, February 3rd
🛒 Lidl
Lidl stores will maintain slightly longer hours compared to Tesco, opening from:
🕘 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM on bank holiday Monday
🛒 Aldi
Aldi’s operating hours for the bank holiday will also be reduced, running from:
🕘 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM on Monday, February 3rd
🛒 Dunnes Stores
Dunnes Stores has not released a uniform schedule, as opening hours can vary by location.
➡️ Customers are advised to check the Dunnes Stores website or contact their local branch for specific bank holiday opening times.
Plan Ahead for Your Shopping Needs
With many supermarkets operating on reduced schedules, it’s best to plan your shopping trips in advance to avoid inconvenience. Additionally, since it’s a long weekend, expect increased footfall at supermarkets, especially on Saturday and Sunday before the holiday.
Stay informed by checking your local store’s website or social media pages for any last-minute updates!
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