Overview
- Most major UK supermarkets are closed today, with Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and Morrisons set to reopen on Boxing Day on reduced schedules such as 9am to 6pm depending on store type and location.
- Aldi will keep all stores closed on Boxing Day to give staff the day off, with Lidl and Waitrose also shut and most Marks & Spencer stores closed until December 27.
- Tesco petrol stations are shut on Christmas Day, Sainsbury’s forecourts are closed, and many Asda sites still dispense fuel via pay‑at‑pump despite staffed closures.
- Motorway service operators including Welcome Break and Moto confirm 24/7 operation across the holiday period, ensuring fuel, restrooms and some food outlets remain available.
- In the United States, major chains such as Walmart, Target and Costco are closed on Christmas Day, with stores scheduled to reopen on December 26 under normal hours; customers are advised to check local listings for variations.