The end of the year 2024 is coming in large steps. For many Poles December is simply a time of intensive preparation, especially to New Year's Eve. Therefore, many people wonder if December 29, 2024 – last Sunday before fresh Year – will be a trading day. The answer is clear: Unfortunately, this is not a trade Sunday.
Trade ban on Sunday 29 December 2024 – what does it look like in practice?
According to current regulations in Poland, most Sundays a year apply prohibition of trade, introduced by the Act of 2018. In 2024 only planned 7 Business Sundays, mainly before or at the beginning of the year. Unfortunately, 29 December He wasn't on that list.
The business days of December 2024 are:
- 15 December 2024 – Sunday trade before Christmas,
- 22 December 2024 Second Sunday of trade just before Christmas.
This means that after Christmas the shops will be closed on Sunday 29 December, with the exception of selected service points and shops that can operate despite the ban.
Where will you store on Sunday December 29th?
Despite the ban on trade, there are exceptions in Poland to the beginning of certain shops on days prohibited. Here is simply a list of places where you can shop:
- Frog and another franchise stores – Stores run by owners can operate if they themselves service customers.
- Gas stations – in most cases they are open 24/7, and their assortment frequently includes food products and basic articles needed daily.
- Bakery, pastry and ice cream – according to the regulations, these points may besides operate on non-commercial Sundays.
- Pharmacy and medical facilities – they are not prohibited from trading.
- Shops at railway stations and airports – there is no prohibition, which allows buying during the trip.
If you are planning bigger shopping, for example New Year's Eve party, it is worth reasoning about them earlier, e.g. on Friday 27 December or Saturday 28 December, erstwhile all larger shops and buying malls are inactive open.
Shopping in Lidl, Ladybug and buying malls
Unfortunately, on Sunday December 29, 2024, all major trade networks specified as Lidl, Ladybug, Carrefour is Auchan, will stay closed. The same applies to large buying malls, which are besides subject to a trade ban.
New Year's Eve buying planning
December 29 is just 2 days before fresh Year's Eve, which makes many people want to prepare for fun on Saturday 28 December. It is worth making a list of the essential things, specified as:
- Food and snacks – perfect for a fresh Year's dinner,
- Drinks, including alcohol – remember to buy sparkling wine or champagne for a midnight toast,
- Decorations and fireworks - if you're planning a bigger party.
Exceptions to the ban on trade on Sundays
The ban on trade in Poland is not absolute. There are besides exceptions that let the beginning of selected buying malls on Sundays subject to prohibition. In addition to the above mentioned shops, exceptions include:
- Refreshments – restaurants, cafes and bars work normally.
- Online shops – online buying is available 24/7.
So if you forget about an crucial purchase, you can usage the option of ordering home transportation products. More and more commercial networks specified as Carrefour or Auchan offer specified services.
What about fresh Year's trade?
It is besides worth remembering that January 1, 2025, which means fresh Year's, there is besides a ban on trade. On this day, stores will be closed, and buying will only be possible at selected points specified as Żabka, petrol stations or pharmacies.
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