This Tuesday, May 21, Chile is preparing to celebrate the Day of Naval Glories, a holiday which marks a significant moment in the country’s history. However, as Chileans prepare to commemorate this event, the question arises of how commerce will operate during this festive day.
This holiday, the fifth of the year and the second of the month, is presented as one of the few opportunities in 2024 to enjoy a long weekend, especially for those who have suspended their activities for Monday. But what happens with the trade On a day like this?
According to the Chilean Labor Code, a holiday non-waivable is one in which workers cannot perform their duties normally, regardless of prior agreements with employers. However, May 21 does not fall under this category, which means that commerce will operate normally and employers will be able to summon their workers to perform their usual duties.
Not like others holidays, like on May 1, where supermarkets and shopping centers closed early the day before and remained closed during the holiday, on this occasion, these establishments will be open. This means that cinemas, supermarkets, malls and shopping centers will operate at specific times to serve customers who decide to make purchases or enjoy a day of entertainment.
The schedules Supermarket operating times vary, with some chains such as Santa Isabel and Jumbo operating between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., while Tottus, Líder and Unimarc will operate between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. On the other hand, the malls will also be open, with hours ranging from 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the case of Cenco (Costanera Center, Alto Las Condes and others), and from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. :30 hours at the Arauco Malls and Mall Plaza.
