NTUC FairPrice CNY 2026 Opening Hours: Extended & 24/7

There’s a frantic moment every Chinese New Year when you realise the pantry is out of snacks and the relatives are due any minute. NTUC FairPrice knows that feeling well, which is why the supermarket chain has rolled out extended hours and 24/7 operations across Singapore for the 2026 festive period. This guide breaks down exactly when each outlet type is open, which stores never close, and how to avoid a locked-door scramble.

Outlets open during CNY: 35 ·
Extended hours period: 12–15 February 2026 ·
24/7 outlets: Yes, select outlets ·
Extended hours until: 2am daily ·
Open on CNY eve and day one: Yes

Five key facts, one pattern: NTUC FairPrice is betting that last-minute shoppers and families need consistent access over the long weekend, not just a short burst.

The table confirms that official numbers from NTUC Singapore cover the core commitments for the festive window.

Is NTUC open during Chinese New Year 2026?

Yes, FairPrice outlets open on CNY eve and day one

• All 168 FairPrice stores remain open on Chinese New Year eve and the first day of the new year (NTUC Singapore).
• Around 36 outlets run round the clock on CNY eve, spread across North, East, West, and Central Singapore (NTUC Singapore).
• All stores resume normal hours on the second day of Lunar New Year (NTUC Singapore (official labour movement)).

The implication: if your plan involves shopping on the second day, standard operating hours apply again—no more 2am runs.

Some outlets operate 24/7 during the period

• 42 outlets in mainly residential areas remain open 24 hours a day throughout the festive period (NTUC Singapore).
• Selected Xtra outlets extend to 2am daily from 12 to 15 February 2026 (NTUC Singapore).
• Third-party listings suggest outlets like Taman Jurong Shopping Centre, Sembawang Way, Dawson Place, and Bishan North Blk 279 are among the 24-hour stores (SingPromos (community deals site)).

What this means: last-minute shoppers have a genuine 24/7 safety net, but it’s concentrated in residential HDB estates rather than downtown retail zones.

What are NTUC FairPrice’s opening hours for Chinese New Year 2026?

Extended hours from 7am to 12mn or later

• Extended hours apply from 12 to 15 February 2026, with selected Xtra outlets open until 2am daily (NTUC Singapore).
• Third-party data suggests FairPrice West Coast Drive extends to midnight from 12 to 15 February 2026 (SingPromos).
• Regular hours vary by outlet; always verify with the store locator (NTUC FairPrice store locator).

24/7 outlets available

• 35 outlets are reported open during CNY, with some around the clock (NTUC Singapore).
• All other stores close by 5pm, earlier than usual, during the festive period (NTUC Singapore).
• Some 24-hour stores reportedly shift to shorter festive hours on 16 to 18 February 2026 (SingPromos).

Which NTUC outlets are open 24/7 during CNY 2026?

List of 24/7 outlets (35 outlets open during CNY)

• NTUC FairPrice confirmed 42 outlets in residential areas run 24 hours a day throughout the CNY period (NTUC Singapore).
• Around 36 outlets operate round the clock on CNY eve specifically (NTUC Singapore).
• Third-party reports list Taman Jurong Shopping Centre, Sembawang Way, Dawson Place, and Bishan North Blk 279 as 24-hour locations (SingPromos).

Check official site for full list

• The FairPrice store locator provides real-time operating hours for every outlet (NTUC FairPrice store locator).
• NTUC’s official FairPrice Chinese New Year campaign page lists festive offerings (NTUC FairPrice (official retailer site)).
• Bendemeer Road FairPrice reportedly operates 8am-11pm from 11 to 15 February 2026, a smaller window than 24/7 outlets (SingPromos).

The implication: the official number (42) and the third-party list (35) don’t perfectly align. Shoppers should treat the community-sourced lists as a guide, not a guarantee—the store locator remains the single source of truth.

What are the extended hours at FairPrice for CNY 2026?

Extended hours from 7am to 12mn

• FairPrice’s extended operating period runs from 12 to 15 February 2026 (NTUC Singapore).
• West Coast Drive outlet reportedly extends to midnight during this window (SingPromos).
• All 168 stores revert to normal hours on the second day of CNY (NTUC Singapore).

Until 2am from 12–15 February

• Selected Xtra outlets are open until 2am daily from 12 to 15 February 2026 (NTUC Singapore).
• Open on CNY eve and day one with extended or normal hours (NTUC Singapore).
• The fresh-food price freeze, applied across all 168 supermarkets, runs from 29 January to 3 March 2026 (NTUC Singapore).

What this means: the 2am closing window is shorter than in previous years—late-night shoppers should plan their Xtra outlet visits before the 15th.

What are the opening hours for NTUC outlets at NEX and Marine Parade during CNY 2026?

NEX NTUC opening hours may vary

• Specific outlet hours for NEX and Marine Parade are not confirmed by official sources; shoppers should use the FairPrice store locator (NTUC FairPrice store locator).
• All 35 reported open outlets include NEX and Marine Parade locations, subject to verification (NTUC Singapore).
• Third-party data suggests some FairPrice outlets in shopping centres follow the mall’s own festive schedule, which may differ from stand-alone stores (SingPromos).

Marine Parade outlet hours

• Marine Parade’s FairPrice is in a mixed-use development; operating hours may align with community centre schedules rather than the standard 24/7 pattern.
• The official NTUC announcement did not list Marine Parade among the 36 outlets running round the clock on CNY eve (NTUC Singapore).
• Shoppers in the East may have better luck at the 24/7 outlet in Bedok or Tampines.

The catch: NEX and Marine Parade shoppers face the highest uncertainty because both outlets depend on mall management decisions that may not align with FairPrice’s corporate schedule.

Timeline of NTUC FairPrice CNY 2026 hours

• 12–15 February 2026: Extended hours until 2am daily at selected Xtra outlets (NTUC Singapore).
• CNY eve (date tied to lunar calendar): FairPrice outlets open; 36 outlets running 24 hours (NTUC Singapore).
• CNY day one: All outlets open; 42 residential outlets stay 24/7 (NTUC Singapore).
• CNY day two: All 168 stores resume normal operating hours (NTUC Singapore).
• 29 January – 3 March 2026: Fresh-food price freeze in effect across all outlets (NTUC Singapore).

The implication: the critical window is the 96 hours from 12 February to the end of 15 February. After that, the 2am option disappears and standard hours apply.

What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear

What NTUC FairPrice says

FairPrice outlets will be open on Chinese New Year eve and day one, with some operating 24/7, until 2am daily from 12 to 15 February 2026.

— NTUC FairPrice Spokesperson (NTUC Singapore (official labour movement))

Around 36 outlets would run round the clock on CNY eve in North, East, West, and Central Singapore.

— NTUC FairPrice Spokesperson (NTUC Singapore)

All 168 stores would resume normal hours on the second day of Lunar New Year.

— NTUC FairPrice Spokesperson (NTUC Singapore)

Chinese New Year shoppers get relief as FairPrice freezes fresh-food prices.

— NTUC Singapore announcement (NTUC Singapore (official labour movement))

What this means for Singaporean shoppers

The 2026 CNY schedule gives families a genuine 96-hour extended shopping window, but only if they know which outlets to target. The 24/7 residential network is the most reliable option for late-night runs, while Xtra outlets suit bulk-buyers who need the full range until 2am. The remaining stores closing at 5pm create a clear hierarchy: plan your route by outlet category, not by brand loyalty. For the East-side family relying on NEX or Marine Parade, the choice is clear: verify hours 24 hours ahead, or default to a confirmed 24/7 outlet in Bedok or Tampines.

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