A NUMBER of Irish supermarkets have revealed their opening hours for this coming St Brigid’s bank holiday weekend.
Many around the country are already looking ahead to the long weekend with rugby fans gearing up for the Six Nations clash.
But for those hoping to pick up some last-minute groceries and treats before the long weekend, be aware that opening hours may vary.
Several supermarkets across Ireland have adjusted their hours to accommodate shoppers and staff over the busy weekend.
Many will operate at regular working hours, while others opt to open later than usual.
Here is a full breakdown of the list of the opening hours for Irish stores over the February bank holiday.
DUNNES STORES
Dunnes Stores shoppers are urged to check their local branch for opening times over the bank holiday as stores may open and close at different times.
ALDI
Aldi Ireland bosses confirmed its stores will be open from 8am–10pm as normal on Saturday, February 1, and from 9am–9pm on Sunday, February 2.
And shops will also open between 9am–9pm on Monday, February 3, for the St Brigid’s Day Bank Holiday.
The retailer advised customers to check details of local opening hours on ALDI’s website to avoid disappointment, as some stores’ hours “may vary slightly”.
On Monday, the Aldi in Swords will open from 10am–9pm.
The Laytown shop will operate from 11am–7pm and Dunshaughlin will open from 10am–9pm.
The supermarket giant will resume normal opening hours from 8am as usual on Tuesday, February 4.
M&S IRELAND
Marks and Spencer bosses said the opening hours of stores differ depending on the store.
Shoppers are urged to use their shop locator for specific opening times here.
The supermarket giant has lots of offers in store for the long weekend.
Foodies can pick up an Indian Dine in meal with 1 Main and 1 Side for €10.
Pizza lovers can also opt for a Dine in meal with 1 Pizza and 1 Side for only €8.50.
And for those entertaining, there’s 20 per cent off selected Italian wine.
LIDL
Lidl bosses confirmed the stores are operating normal hours on Saturday.
However, the supermarket will close early on Sunday and Monday of the bank holiday.
A spokesperson for Lidl said: “Lidl Ireland stores will be operating normal opening hours for Saturday the 1st of February, 8am to 10pm.
“On Sunday the 2nd of February and Monday the 3rd of February, stores will open from 9am to 9pm.”
SUPERVALU
Supervalu customers will have different hours for different stores.
A spokesperson for Supervalu said: “Our stores are independently operated so hours may vary by store.
“Customers are encouraged to check the specific opening and closing times of their local store in advance.”
TESCO
The majority of Tesco stores will open from 9am to 8pm on bank holiday Monday.
However, times may vary in some locations.
Customers are urged to check their local branch.
