When are supermarkets open over the 2026 Easter long weekend? - News + Articles

Mar 30, 2026

Because no one should have to run out of hot cross buns.

With a lovely four-day long weekend fast approaching, it can still dampen the mood a little if you’re feeling anxious about how you’re going to grab any supplies you might need at the last moment. Will the supermarkets be closing? If so, when? Fear not, for we’ve gathered all the info you need to make it through without running out of ~~chocolate~~ food. Here’s when supermarkets will be open and closed during the Easter long weekend, from Good Friday on April 3 to Easter Monday on April 6.

Woolworths — Shop early and avoid the crowds before Good Friday closures.

Are supermarkets open on Good Friday?

Those keen to get last-minute shopping done before the weekend should prepare ahead of time, as most supermarkets will be shut on Good Friday. Woolworths confirmed it would be closing the doors of the majority of its supermarkets across Australia. But there will be a handful of Woolies that will remain open.

Good Friday, April 3

NSW & ACT: All Woolworths stores closed.

Victoria: All Woolworths stores closed.

Queensland: All Woolworths stores closed, except for Brisbane Airport, which will be open.

South Australia: All Woolworths stores closed. Historically, a handful of stores – such as Mount Barker, Mount Barker South, Murray Bridge Marketplace and Victor Harbour – have remained open. Check if your local store is open here.

Tasmania: All Woolworths stores closed.

Western Australia: All Woolworths stores closed, except for Dunsborough, Perth Airport, Eaton Fair, Margaret River, Busselton and Dalyellup, which have special exemptions under retail trading laws.

Northern Territory: All Woolworths stores closed.

Are supermarkets open on Easter Saturday?

All Woolworths supermarkets will re-open their doors on Easter Saturday across the country, though some Metro stores may remain closed across all states and territories.

Easter Saturday, April 4

NSW: All Woolworths stores open. Some Metro stores will remain closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

ACT: All Woolworths stores open.

Victoria: All Woolworths stores open, but some may have reduced hours. Some Metro stores will remain closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Queensland: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours. Some Metro stores will remain closed. Check if your local store is open here.

South Australia: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours. Some Metro stores will remain closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Tasmania: All Woolworths stores open. Some Metro stores will remain closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Western Australia: All Woolworths stores open. Some Metro stores will remain closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Northern Territory: All Woolworths stores open. Some Metro stores will remain closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Are supermarkets open on Easter Sunday?

The majority of stores will be open on Easter Sunday across the country, though there are exceptions for certain states.

Easter Sunday, April 5

NSW: Most Woolworths stores closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

ACT: All Woolworths stores open.

Victoria: Most Woolworths stores open. You can check if your local store is open here.

Queensland: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours. Some Metro stores will remain closed. Check if your local store is open here.

South Australia: Adelaide CBD Woolworths stores and some regional Woolworths stores will be open. Metro stores will be closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Tasmania: All Woolworths stores open.

Western Australia: All Woolworths stores open, but some may have reduced hours – typically 11am-5pm.

Northern Territory: Most Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours. You can check if your local store is open here.

Are supermarkets open on Easter Monday?

Most Woolworths stores will be open nationwide on Easter Monday, although some may have reduced trading hours, and some stores will remain closed.

Easter Monday, April 6

NSW: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours.

ACT: All Woolworths stores open.

Victoria: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours.

Queensland: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours. Some Metro stores will remain closed. Check if your local store is open here.

South Australia: Adelaide CBD Woolworths stores and some regional Woolworths stores will be open. Metro stores will be closed. You can check if your local store is open here.

Tasmania: All Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours.

Western Australia: All Woolworths stores open, but with reduced hours in the Perth metro region – typically 8am-6pm. You can check your local store opening hours here.

Northern Territory: Most Woolworths stores open, but may have reduced hours. You can check if your local store is open here.

This is a guide only, and may be subject to change.