Aldi Hours and Holiday Schedule 2023

Are you planning a grocery shopping trip to Aldi? Make sure it’s open first. Check here for everything you should know about shopping at this popular grocery store as well as the Aldi hours and holiday schedule before heading out.

Saving Money at Aldi Stores

Aldi is a grocery store known for low everyday prices. Smart shoppers who rely on Aldi can save a bundle, with some reporting cost reductions of up to 42 percent. Aldi offers great prices by using a non-standard business model. Not only do you have to insert a quarter to get a cart (though you get it back once you return it), but you’ll also need to bring your own bags. Plus, Aldi stores aren’t open 24/7, so you need to make sure your local store is open before making a trip.

Aldi Hours & Stores

Originally a German store, Aldi has made its way into numerous countries. Along with the United States, you can also find Aldi stores in Great Britain, Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, and Portugal. Additionally, many people don’t realize that Aldi is actually run by the same company as Trader Joe’s.  In the United States alone, Aldi has over 2,000 stores across 36 states with over 25,000 employees (1).

Most Aldi store hours are similar to the standard hours of operation with other grocery store chains. While each location may vary their schedule, the typical hours for opening and closing serve as a good baseline for planning purposes.

The standard Aldi hours for 2023 are Monday through Sunday:

Monday: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

If you are near an Aldi in a big city, you may find that they are open longer each day. However, some small-town Aldi stores open later and close earlier. For example, a small town location may operate from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm instead of 8:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Aldi Holiday Schedule 2023

Along with Christmas, Aldi locations also close for a few other holidays during the year. However, they are open on many too. Here is an overview of the Aldi Holiday Schedule for 2023:

Sunday, January 1: Aldi stores are closed on New Year’s Day
Monday, January 16: Aldi stores are open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Tuesday, February 14: Aldi stores are open on Valentine’s Day
Monday, February 20: Aldi stores are open on Presidents’ Day
Friday, March 17: Aldi stores are open on St. Patrick’s Day
Friday, April 7: Aldi stores are open on Good Friday
Sunday, April 9: Aldi stores are open on Easter Sunday, in selected markets
Monday, April 10: Aldi stores are open on Easter Monday
Sunday, May 14: Aldi stores are open on Mother’s Day
Monday, May 29: Aldi stores are open on Memorial Day, but with limited hours
Sunday, June 18: Aldi stores are open on Father’s Day
Tuesday, July 4: Aldi stores are open on Independence Day, but with limited hours
Monday, September 4: Aldi stores are open on Labor Day
Monday, October 9: Aldi stores are open on Columbus Day
Tuesday, October 31: Aldi stores are open on Halloween
Saturday, November 11: Aldi stores are open on Veteran’s Day
Thursday, November 23: Adi stores are closed on Thanksgiving Day
Sunday, December 24: Aldi stores are open on Christmas Eve, but with limited hours
Monday, December 25: Aldi stores are closed on Christmas Day
Sunday, December 31: Aldi stores are open on New Year’s Eve
Monday, January 1: Aldi is closed on New Year’s Day 2024

On any days where Aldi has limited hours, you’ll need to check your local store to confirm when they are open. You can use Aldi’s store locator to check each location’s hours of operation or contact your store by phone and request the information.

Definitely Closed on Christmas

Many grocery stores deviate from their usual operating hours around Christmas and Aldi is no different. On Christmas Eve, many Aldi locations close early, giving their staff a chance to be home with their families.

If you need to shop at Aldi on Christmas Eve make sure to check with your local store before you make a trip. Each location may have slightly different holiday hours on Christmas Eve, so it is wise to contact your Aldi and confirm they will be open.

On Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 2023, all Aldi stores are closed. You cannot shop at any Aldi on Christmas Day, regardless of whether you are in a big city or small town.

Preparing for a Trip to Aldi

If you’ve never been to an Aldi before, but want to experience the cost-savings to make the holidays more affordable, you do need to prepare in advance. Along with a shopping list, you’ll need to have a quarter with you. The shopping carts at Aldi need a quarter to unlock them, making them movable. When you return the cart at the end of your trip, you get your quarter back. 

What You Need

The quarter is actually a way that Aldi controls some of their overhead costs, even though they don’t keep the quarters. Getting the coin back encourages shoppers to put away their carts. This ensures that employees don’t have to retrieve the carts, allowing Aldi to keep their staffing costs down and to pass the savings on to shoppers.

Additionally, it is usually best to bring your own reusable shopping bags. Aldi does not provide bags or boxes to carry your purchases for free. If you do not bring your own, you’ll have to pay for bags at Aldi. Again, this helps each store keep its operating expenses low, giving the ability to offer big savings to you.

Lastly, don’t forget about your shopping list.  Per ResearchGate, studies show people who shop with a list spend less (here).

The Aldi Mobile App & Customer Service Number

The Aldi mobile app is also handy. Not only can you use it to find your closest store, check hours of operation, and a place to make and store a shopping list, it also makes viewing the weekly sales flyer a breeze. You can see it all in the app, ensuring you don’t miss out on a great deal when you shop.

Lastly, you can always call Aldi at (800) 325-7894. To reach a real person, you need to tell the computerized voice prompt three times that you want a customer service agent. 

Do you shop at Aldi? Share your experience in the comments below.

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Photo: Flickr/Mike Mozart

Source information: Aldi Customer Service, Reddit. 

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