Trading Ban on Sunday, July 26: What Remains Open and What the Rules Are

As major supermarkets and shopping malls remain closed on Sunday, July 26, 2026, due to the federal trading ban, consumers must navigate specific legal exemptions to purchase essential goods.

Trading Ban or Open Stores?

After a full work week, many people plan larger purchases for the end of the weekend. Let us find out what rules apply on Sunday, July 26, 2026, who the trade restrictions affect, and where we can shop if necessary.

Is July 26, 2026, a Trading Sunday?

Regulations clearly govern the work of retail facilities in Poland on non-working days. The primary goal of the law restricting trade on Sundays and holidays is to guarantee retail sector employees the right to regular rest, while maintaining the availability of necessary services for citizens through a designated closed catalog of exemptions.

Consumer Impact on Sunday, July 26

What does this mean for consumers on Sunday, July 26? Today, large-format markets, discounters, and shopping galleries, including chains such as Biedronka, Lidl, Kaufland, Auchan, and Carrefour, remain closed. July 26 falls on a non-trading Sunday.

Where to Shop: Exceptions to the Rule

Although large stores are unavailable on July 26, 2026, the law provides for 32 exceptions. On a non-trading Sunday, grocery shopping and the most necessary products can be purchased mainly at selected outlets.

Next Trading Sunday Schedule

July is a month in which not a single trading Sunday is scheduled. People will have to wait longer for an opportunity to shop in all stores and shopping malls.

Trading Sunday Calendar for 2026

The 2026 schedule provides for a total of 8 trading Sundays, including as many as three in December, which is intended to facilitate preparations for the holidays following the introduction of Christmas Eve as a day off. On remaining Sundays, including throughout July, existing trade restriction rules apply.