What time do supermarkets open/close in Jamaica?

What Time Do Supermarkets Open and Close in Jamaica?

Jamaica has a well-developed supermarket sector serving Kingston, Montego Bay, Portmore, Ocho Rios, Spanish Town, and other parishes. Whether you’re planning a weekly grocery run, stocking up before a public holiday, or you’re a visitor trying to figure out what’s open on a Sunday — this guide covers every major chain and their opening and closing times.

Opening hours vary by chain, location, and day of the week. The table below gives you a fast at-a-glance comparison of when each supermarket opens and closes.

Supermarket	Mon – Thu	Fri – Sat	Sunday	Public Holidays
Hi-Lo Food StoresMultiple parishes	8:00 am – 10:00 pm	8:00 am – 11:00 pm*	9:00 am – 8:00 pm	Mostly Closed
MegaMart (Kingston)Upper Waterloo Rd	Open 24 Hours	Open 24 Hours	Open 24 Hours	Check Store
MegaMart (Portmore / MoBay / Mandeville)Select locations	9:00 am – 10:00 pm	9:00 am – 10:00 pm	9:00 am – 10:00 pm	Check Store
PriceSmartRed Hills & Portmore	9:00 am – 8:30 pm	9:00 am – 8:30 pm	9:00 am – 6:00 pm	Usually Closed
Loshusan SupermarketKingston 6	8:30 am – 9:00 pm	8:30 am – 9:00 pm	9:00 am – 7:00 pm	Closed
Progressive FoodsMoBay / Kingston / Ocho Rios	8:00 am – 9:00 pm	8:00 am – 10:00 pm	9:00 am – 7:00 pm	Mostly Closed
Sovereign SupermarketHope Rd, Kingston	8:00 am – 8:30 pm	8:00 am – 8:30 pm	8:00 am – 8:30 pm	Usually Closed

Hi-Lo Food Stores Opening Hours Jamaica

Hi-Lo Food Stores is one of Jamaica’s most established supermarket chains, operating across Kingston, Montego Bay, Portmore, and several other parishes. First incorporated in 1954 and acquired by the Grace Kennedy Group in 1984, Hi-Lo is a staple for everyday grocery shopping throughout the island.

Hours differ slightly between branches, but most Hi-Lo locations follow a consistent schedule. Most locations open at 8:00 am Monday through Saturday, making it one of the earlier openings among major Jamaican supermarkets. A number of branches remain open until 10:00 pm on weeknights and extend to 11:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Hi-Lo Barbican Road, Kingston 6

Hi-Lo Manor Park, Kingston 8

Hi-Lo Pavilion Mall, Constant Spring Road

Hi-Lo Old Hope Road, Kingston 5 (Head Office / Cross Roads)

Hi-Lo Portmore (Sovereign Village)

MegaMart Opening Hours Jamaica

MegaMart is arguably Jamaica’s most versatile superstore. First launched in Portmore in 1999 and expanded to Kingston in 2003, it operates as a one-stop shop carrying groceries, electronics, clothing, a bakery, a pharmacy, a food court, and a liquor store all under a single roof. It is open to all shoppers — no membership required.

The standout feature of MegaMart is the Kingston Waterloo Road branch, which introduced 24-hour shopping in 2013 — a first for the Jamaican retail industry. That branch remains the only 24-hour supermarket in Jamaica.

MegaMart Kingston — 29 Upper Waterloo Road (24 Hours)

MegaMart Portmore, Montego Bay & Mandeville

All MegaMart locations island-wide are equipped with Scotiabank ATM machines, Bill Express for bill payments, Supreme Ventures gaming outlets, and Western Union services. The Portmore branch also has a FedEx drop-off point. MegaMart is open on most public holidays — check their Facebook page for holiday-specific updates.

PriceSmart Jamaica Opening Hours

PriceSmart is a membership warehouse club operating in Jamaica since 2003. Currently the chain has two main locations — Red Hills Road, Kingston and Braeton Parkway, Portmore — with two more clubs announced for Montego Bay and South Camp Road, Kingston, opening in 2026.

Unlike most Jamaican supermarkets, PriceSmart requires a valid Diamond or Platinum membership to shop. A membership lasts 12 months. PriceSmart is renowned for bulk-buy pricing on groceries, household products, electronics, and fresh food.

PriceSmart also operates a Fresh Bakery outlet at Bogue City Centre, Montego Bay — selling bakery goods only, without the full warehouse club experience. For the island’s latest PriceSmart opening hours, check the dedicated page.

Loshusan Supermarket Opening Hours Kingston

Loshusan Supermarket — also known as John R. Wong Supermarket at some locations — is a well-regarded Kingston grocery store known for its fresh produce, wide variety of international and local products, juice bar, bakery, and in-store restaurant. It is a popular destination for Kingston 6 and Liguanea residents.

Loshusan also offers online grocery ordering and Kingston delivery. The cut-off time for same-day service is 3:00 pm for Kingston, and 11:00 am for Portmore and Spanish Town delivery. The store accepts major credit and debit cards including the Magna card. Additional services include Jamaica National bill payments via Paymaster, Digicel mobile services, and American Airlines ticketing.

Progressive Foods Opening Hours Jamaica

Progressive Grocers of Jamaica (PGJ), trading as Progressive Foods, is a Jamaican-owned retail corporation with over 30 supermarket locations across the island. It is one of the largest locally owned chains, with a strong presence in Montego Bay, Kingston, Portmore, and Ocho Rios.

Hours vary meaningfully by location. Below are the confirmed schedules for the most visited branches.

Progressive Foods — Fairview Town Centre, Montego Bay (Flagship)

Progressive Foods — Whitter Village, Ironshore, Montego Bay

Progressive Foods — Washington Boulevard, Kingston 20

Progressive Foods — Harbour View, Kingston 17

For a full list of all 30+ Progressive Grocers locations and their individual opening times, visit pgj.world/store.html.

Sovereign Supermarket Opening Hours Kingston

Sovereign Supermarket, located in the Sovereign Centre on Hope Road, is a premium Kingston grocery store popular among residents of Hope Road, Liguanea, and Constant Spring. Known for its fresh produce, wide selection of wines and imported goods, in-store bakery, and reputed customer service, it is one of the most highly rated supermarkets in Kingston.

Sovereign Supermarket accepts major credit and debit cards including the Magna card. Ample parking is available on-site. The Sovereign Centre location is convenient for shoppers in the Hope Road corridor who are also visiting Devon House nearby.

Are Supermarkets Open on Public Holidays in Jamaica?

Jamaica observes 10 public holidays each year. Most supermarkets and grocery stores close for Good Friday and Easter Monday, which are among the most strictly observed holidays. Closing practices on other holidays vary by chain and location.

Public Holiday	Hi-Lo	MegaMart	PriceSmart	Progressive Foods
Ash Wednesday	Some Open	Open	Closed	Some Open
Good Friday	Closed	Check Store	Closed	Closed
Easter Monday	Closed	Check Store	Closed	Closed
Labour Day (May 23)	Some Open	Open	Closed	Some Open
Emancipation Day (Aug 1)	Some Open	Open	Closed	Some Open
Independence Day (Aug 6)	Reduced Hrs	Open	Closed	Reduced Hrs
National Heroes Day	Some Open	Open	Closed	Some Open
Christmas Day (Dec 25)	Closed	Check Store	Closed	Closed
Boxing Day (Dec 26)	Reduced Hrs	Open	Closed	Some Open

Tips for Shopping at Jamaican Supermarkets

Whether you’re a regular shopper or a visitor stocking up for a self-catering villa stay, these tips will save you time and hassle at any Jamaican grocery store.

• ✓ Shop early on weekdays — Supermarkets are quietest between 8:00 am and 10:30 am Monday through Thursday. Fridays and Saturdays get very busy by midday, especially at Hi-Lo and MegaMart.
• ✓ Friday evening is the busiest time — Virtually all locations experience peak traffic from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Fridays. If you must shop Friday, go before noon or after 8:00 pm.
• ✓ Use the loyalty/rewards programmes — Hi-Lo has the GK Rewards card; Loshusan has its own Loshusan Rewards and Magna card benefits. Savings accumulate quickly on regular grocery bills.
• ! Public holiday prep is critical — Shelves of fish, bammy, bun, cheese, and ham sell out fast in the days leading up to Good Friday and Christmas. Shop by Wednesday before any major holiday.
• → Check if your nearest branch has ATM access — Hi-Lo (Barbican, Portmore, Fairview, Cross Roads), MegaMart (all branches, Scotiabank), and PriceSmart have on-site ATMs. Some smaller branches are cash-heavy neighbourhoods — always carry backup cash.
• → Online grocery shopping is available — Loshusan (loshusansupermarket.com) and PriceSmart (pricesmart.com) both offer online ordering with delivery options for Kingston.
• ✓ Senior citizen and civil servant discounts at MegaMart — If you qualify, bring your ID on Wednesdays and Fridays (seniors) or Fridays to Mondays (civil servants) for a 5% discount on your total bill.
• ✕ Don’t rely on Sunday hours being the same as weekday hours — Most stores open later (9:00 am) and close earlier (5:00–8:00 pm) on Sundays. Always verify the Sunday schedule for your nearest branch.

Other Supermarkets Worth Noting

Beyond the major chains, Jamaica has a wide network of local grocery stores and community supermarkets. Notable independent and regional options include:

Also related: see the full guide to retail and supermarket opening hours in Jamaica for a broader list of stores across the island.

Frequently Asked Questions — Supermarket Hours in Jamaica

Related Guides on Opening Hours Jamaica

Planning more errands around Jamaica? These related guides cover other essential services and their opening hours:

Sources & Verification

• Hi-Lo Food Stores Official Website — confirmed branch locations and service offerings
• Hi-Lo Food Stores Jamaica (Facebook) — store announcements and holiday schedule updates
• ValueSmart JA — Hi-Lo Hours — individual branch opening hours by location
• MegaMart Portmore — Portmore.biz — confirmed 24-hour Kingston details and branch info
• ValueSmart JA — MegaMart — confirmed senior/civil servant discount schedules and services
• MegaMart Jamaica (Facebook) — official page for holiday hours and promotions
• MegaMart Jamaica (Instagram) — confirmed three active locations plus Mandeville
• PriceSmart Jamaica Official Website — membership information and location details
• PriceSmart Opening Hours — Opening Hours JA — compiled local hours for PriceSmart Jamaica
• Loshusan Supermarket Website — confirmed online ordering and delivery cut-off times
• ValueSmart JA — Loshusan Hours — confirmed branch hours and services
• Progressive Grocers of Jamaica — Store Locator — verified individual branch hours for all PGJ locations
• Progressive Grocers Jamaica (Facebook) — official social presence