What's open on Christmas Day 2026 in Portugal?
Christmas Day 2026 falls on 25 December 2026.
Natal is a full retail shutdown in Portugal — most supermarkets, shops and banks close. Restaurants with Christmas menus and some bakeries stay open.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Farmácia de Serviço 24h24/7 Duty Farmácias de serviço permanente abertas para atendimento urgente de receitas Editorial1400 | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 farmaciasdeservico.net |
| Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 galp.com | |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 pingodoce.pt |
Editorial | Retail & Shopping Malls | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 continente.pt |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 lidl.pt |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 mercadona.pt |
Editorial | Retail & Shopping Malls | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 auchan.pt |
| Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 cp.pt | |
| Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 ctt.pt |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Christmas Day 2026 in Portugal?
Natal is a full retail shutdown in Portugal — most supermarkets, shops and banks close. Restaurants with Christmas menus and some bakeries stay open. Typically closed: supermarkets, retail, banks, government.
When is Christmas Day in 2026?
Christmas Day falls on 25 December 2026 (2026-12-25) in 2026.