The clock is ticking towards 2025 and the last-minute shopping rush for New Year’s Eve dinner in Lisbon has already begun. On the one hand, there are those who want to enjoy the entertainment of the best parties in the capital. On the other hand, there are those who prefer a quiet evening wrapped in the comfort of family warmth.
However, for those who want to stay at home, it’s best to review the shopping list so as not to miss any essential ingredients for the last night of the year. Whether it’s sparkling wine or raisins, it’s important to bear in mind that because it’s such a special time of year, some supermarkets and services may have different opening hours than usual on December 31st (Wednesday). Shall we take a look?
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Pingo Doce
As with the Christmas period, Pingo Doce stores are among those with the most flexible opening hours, at least in the Greater Lisbon area.
According to their officialwebsite, Pingo Doce stores will be open until 8pm on December 31st, with the following exceptions:
- Olivais Shopping – until 7pm
- Fonte Nova – until 7pm
- Campo Pequeno – until 7pm
- Alvalade – until 7pm
- Barreiro Forum – until 7pm
- Santarém Shopping – until 7pm
- Loulé Marshopping – until 6pm
- Viseu Forum – until 6pm
- Castelo Branco – until 6pm
Lidl
According to Lidl’s official website, its stores will close at 7pm on December 31st and will not open on New Year’s Day (January 1st).
Aldi
Like the other supermarket chains , Aldi stores will have special opening hours on December 31st, closing at 7pm (although some stores close at 5pm, so it is advisable to visit the official website); and will not open on January 1st.
Auchan
The supermarkets in the Auchan chain will close at 6pm on December 31 and will remain closed on January 1.
Continente
At Continente stores, doors will remain open from 8am to 7pm on December 31st. On January 1st, the supermarket chain will be closed.
Mercadona
The Spanish chain’s stores will be open until 7pm on December 31st and will remain closed on January 1st.
CTT
CTT offices will operate their usual hours. In other words, all stores with a closing time of 7pm will be open until that time on December 31st. On January 1st, CTT offices will not be open, as will many public services.
Amoreiras
According to its official website, the Amoreiras Shopping Center will be open until 7pm on December 31st, opening its doors from 12pm on January 1st – in this case the stores will be open on an optional basis.
Editor’s note: ‘surprises’ can always happen, so before you go to any of these establishments, we recommend that you check the local opening times and official media.
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