What's open on New Year's Day 2026 in Portugal?
New Year's Day 2026 falls on 1 January 2026.
Ano Novo closes banks and government offices in Portugal. Most supermarkets and shops close or run short hours, while restaurants and bars 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 | Reduced hours | 09:00–19:00 | 2025-12-20 pingodoce.pt |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 continente.pt |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 lidl.pt |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 mercadona.pt |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 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 New Year's Day 2026 in Portugal?
Ano Novo closes banks and government offices in Portugal. Most supermarkets and shops close or run short hours, while restaurants and bars stay open. Typically closed: banks, government, most retail.
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day falls on 1 January 2026 (2026-01-01) in 2026.