Today is Palm Sunday, the shops are open as part of the festive opening hours, which will be in effect until Holy Saturday, in order for consumers to do their Easter shopping.
On the other hand, not all supermarket stores will be open on Palm Sunday, April 9, 2023.
The announcements and schedule in detail:
On Palm Sunday, April 9, Sklavenitis shops will be closed. The store in Smart Park (Spata) is excluded, which will operate from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
According to an announcement by AB Vassilopoulos, all stores of the retail network will be open on Palm Sunday 09/04 from 11.00am-6.00pm except for the AG.DIMITRIOS 2 metro mall & PIRAEUS stores, which will be open from 11.00am – 8.00 p.m. following the opening hours of the Mall and the Messolonghi store which will remain closed.
The stores of the discount chain Lidl will be open today from 11.00 am.
The Masoutis chain has announced that on Sunday, April 9, only the stores at the “Macedonia” airport will be open from 07.00 to 23.00 and at the Mediterranean Cosmos shopping center from 11.00 am. to 8:00 p.m.
My market stores will be open on Palm Sunday 09/04 with opening hours 11.00 – 17.00.
The following stores are excluded, which will remain closed:
AMALIADA LAMPIA EASY
VINEYARDS
ANTHOUPOLI
ANO LIOSIA TOWN HALL EASY
ARGYROUPOLI (LOCAL)
VERIA
VOLOS AVEROF
VOLOS GEORGIADOU EASY
BUILDER
ZAKYNTHOS LOUBA
ZAKYNTHOS BEACH
ELIOUPOLI TOWN HALL EASY
ILIOUPOLI SQUARE BEAKI EASY
THESSALONIKI OREOKASTRO CENTER
ILISIA
KALLITHEA (LOCAL)
KALLITHEA A. ELEOUSA
KARDITSA OF YPSILELAND
CAREAS
KARPENISI ETHN. STREET
KOZANI NIAMERO
CRANE
EVELPIDO HIVE (LOCAL)
LEFKADA
MEADOW
TRANSFORMATION OF SALMON
VINE PLANTS
ORIGINAL
P. FALIRO AG. TRIADOS
PALAMAS
PATRA OMONIA EASY
EASY COURTS SQUARE TOWER
SALAMINA BEACH
EASY SAUCE
CHIOS KALABOKA
The stores of the Kritikos chain will be open from 11.00 am. until 18:00.
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**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today as we discuss Palm Sunday and the special shopping hours that retail stores are offering this year. It’s an important time for many as they prepare for Easter. Can you start by explaining the significance of extended shopping hours on Palm Sunday?
**Guest:** Absolutely, thank you for having me. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week in the Christian tradition, and it’s a time when many people start preparing for Easter. Retailers recognize this and often extend their hours to accommodate shoppers who are looking for decorations, groceries, and other items in preparation for the holiday festivities.
**Interviewer:** That makes a lot of sense. We’ve seen varying hours across different retailers. Can you clarify the situation regarding supermarket openings on Palm Sunday this year?
**Guest:** Sure. Not all supermarkets are open on Palm Sunday, which can be a bit confusing for shoppers. For example, Sklavenitis stores will be closed altogether except for the location in Smart Park, Spata, which will operate from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It’s important for shoppers to check the specific hours of their local stores as this can vary widely.
**Interviewer:** What advice would you give to consumers planning their shopping this Palm Sunday?
**Guest:** I would recommend that shoppers make a list of items they need and check the opening hours of their preferred stores ahead of time. Since not all retailers follow the same schedule, it can save a lot of time and frustration to confirm before heading out. Also, it’s a good idea to consider shopping early in the day to avoid crowds, as many people will be getting their shopping done in the lead-up to Easter.
**Interviewer:** That’s great advice for shoppers. As you know, many small retailers are also advised to operate from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. How do you see this impacting local businesses?
**Guest:** Extending hours can provide a much-needed boost for local businesses. The Easter holiday is one of the peaks shopping seasons, and by being available during key times, small retailers can attract more customers. It gives them a chance to capitalize on the increased foot traffic and potentially increase their sales.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for those insights! It sounds like a busy yet exciting time for both retailers and shoppers as they get ready for Easter.
**Guest:** Yes, indeed! Thank you for discussing this important topic today. Let’s hope everyone has a successful and festive shopping experience.
