The Easter holiday hours will begin on Thursday, April 2, in Athens and Thessaloniki. From April 2, stores will operate with extended hours, usually from 09:00 to 21:00, to facilitate workers in making their Easter purchases after work.
The commercial associations of Athens and Thessaloniki proposed the holiday hours to help workers shop for Easter after their workday.
Residents and visitors can plan their shopping accordingly, taking advantage of the extended hours to prepare for the Easter celebrations.