Mercadona confirms new opening hours for All Saints’ Day holiday

Shoppers are advised to plan ahead this All Saints’ Day as Mercadona confirms shorter opening hours across Spain – with several regions keeping stores closed altogether. Mercadona has officially announced a special schedule for Saturday, November 1, when Spain celebrates All Saints’ Day, a national public holiday. While most of the supermarket chain’s stores will remain open, the retailer will operate with reduced hours – from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. only. This means customers will have just the morning to do their shopping, as all Mercadona stores will close in the afternoon. Mercadona adapts to the national holiday The company, led by Juan Roig, shared the update through its official channels and in-store notices displayed near checkout areas and aisles. The change, it explained, is part of its ongoing policy of balancing customer service with employee well-being, especially during major national holidays. While the shortened schedule applies to most of Spain, not all regions will open. According to Mercadona, stores in Galicia, Navarra, and the Basque Country will remain closed throughout the day, along with some supermarkets in Huesca (Aragón). For customers unsure about their local store’s hours, Mercadona recommends using the supermarket locator tool on its official website, which provides real-time information by region. Why Mercadona changes its hours on public holidays Mercadona traditionally closes on Sundays and public holidays, except in special cases – such as when a national holiday falls on a Saturday or during the busy summer tourist season, when demand is higher in coastal and holiday areas. This All Saints’ Day adjustment allows the company to maintain service during the morning while ensuring staff still enjoy part of the festive weekend. The retailer’s approach has long been praised by both customers and employees for offering a fair balance between accessibility and rest, a principle Mercadona has repeatedly highlighted as part of its corporate culture. Customers encouraged to shop early With shorter hours expected to create a busier-than-usual morning rush, Mercadona suggests that shoppers plan their visits early to avoid queues or empty shelves. The chain remains one of Spain’s most trusted supermarkets, serving millions of customers each week. However, public holiday timetables like this one remind shoppers that even large national chains adjust their pace when tradition and celebration take centre stage. So, whether you’re planning a big family lunch or a quiet weekend at home, remember: Mercadona will be open only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 1 – and completely closed in certain regions. Stay tuned with Euro Weekly News for more news from Spain