Next Thursday, August 15, Chile celebrates the holiday for the Assumption of the Virgin, a Catholic holiday that commemorates the belief in the ascension of Mary, mother of Jesus, to heaven. This day is an important date in the religious calendar, and, as such, many Chileans will have the opportunity to enjoy an additional day off during the week. However, unlike other holidays, this one is not considered non-waivable, which means that commerce, including malls and supermarkets, will continue to operate almost normally.
Although it is not an essential holiday, it is recommended that consumers check the operating hours of their stores. supermarkets and favorite shopping centers, since some establishments could adjust their hours due to the celebration. It is common that, on days like this, the hours remain similar to those of a weekend, but with possible variations depending on the policy of each store.
As for the supermarketsthe main chains such as Unimarc, Líder, Jumbo and Santa Isabel will keep their doors open, although with slightly reduced hours compared to a regular working day. For example, Unimarc will be open from 09:00 to 21:30, while Líder will be open from 08:00 to 21:00. Jumbo and Santa Isabel will have opening hours from 09:00 to 21:00, allowing customers to do their usual shopping without any major inconvenience.
Shopping malls will also be available for those who wish to take advantage of the day. holiday to shop or enjoy its services. Mall Plaza, for example, will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., as will Open Kennedy. Parque Arauco, another popular shopping center in Santiago, will operate from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., offering a little more time for visitors.
Although shopping malls and supermarkets While stores will be open, some stores within these establishments may decide to operate at different hours or even not open their doors at all. For this reason, it is always helpful to check the websites or contact the stores directly to confirm their operating hours during the holiday.
