As both a retailer, and a consumer, we understand how stressful the lead up to Christmas can be. Scrambling to finalise gifts for your loved ones while social commitments are as frequent as ever, leaves you with very little room left in the day.
Luckily in Melbourne, most major shopping centres have graciously extended their business hours, ensuring all Melburnians have ample time to tick every box on their gift lists. Let’s dive into the specific opening times of Melbourne’s bustling shopping centres, simplifying your final Christmas spree.
It’s important to note that these hours apply to the shopping center as a whole. However, if you’re seeking the trading hours of a particular store within the center, we’d recommend you visit the official website of that specific store for the most up to date information.
Melbourne Central Christmas Trading Hours
These seasonal trading hours have been sourced from the Melbourne Central website and may be subject to change.
| Date | Trading Hours |
| Saturday 14 December – Monday 23 December | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Tuesday 24 December | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
| Thursday 26 December (Boxing Day) | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Wednesday 1 January 2025 | 10:00am – 6:00pm |
Emporium Christmas Trading Hours
These seasonal trading hours have been sourced from the Emporium website and may be subject to change.
| Date | Trading Hours |
| Saturday 14 December – Sunday 15 December | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Monday 16 December – Monday 23 December | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Tuesday 24 December | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
| Tuesday 26 December (Boxing Day) – Friday 27 December | 10:00am – 9:00pm |
| Thursday 28 December – Friday 29 December | 10:00am – 7:00pm |
Highpoint Christmas Trading Hours
These seasonal trading hours have been sourced from the Highpoint website and may be subject to change.
| Date | Trading Hours |
| Monday 9 December – Thursday 19 December | 9:00am – 10:00pm |
| Friday 20 December – Sunday 22 December | 9:00am – 12:00am |
| Monday 23 December | 9:00am – 2:00am |
| Tuesday 24 December | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
| Thursday 26 December | 9:00am – 12:00am |
| Friday 27 December | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Saturday 28 December | 9:00am – 7:00pm |
| Sunday 29 December | 10:00am – 6:00pm |
| Monday 30 December – Tuesday 31 December | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Monday 1 January 2025 | 10:00am – 6:00pm |
Chadstone Christmas Trading Hours
These seasonal trading hours have been sourced from the Chadstone website and may be subject to change.
| Date | Trading Hours |
| Sunday 15 December – Friday 20 December | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Saturday 21 December – Monday 23 December | 8:00am – 12:00am |
| Tuesday 24 December | 8:00am – 6:00pm |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
| Thursday 26 December (Boxing Day) | 7:00am – 11:00pm |
| Friday 27 December – Saturday 28 December | 9:00am – 9:00pm |
| Sunday 29 December | 10:00am – 7:00pm |
Queen Vic Markets Christmas Trading Hours
These seasonal trading hours have been sourced from the Queen Victoria Market website and may be subject to change.
| Date | Fresh Produce Trading Hours | Specialty Shopping Trading Hours |
| Tuesday 17 December | 6:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Wednesday 18 December | Closed | Closed |
| Thursday 19 December – Friday 20 December | 6:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Saturday 21 December – Sunday 22 December | 6:00am – 4:00pm | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Monday 23 December | 6:00am – 3pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Tuesday 24 December | 5:00am until sold out | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Christmas Day – Thursday 26 December | Closed | Closed |
| Friday 27 December | 6:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Saturday 28 December | 6:00am – 4:00pm | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Sunday 29 December | 9:00am – 4:00pm | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Monday 30 December | Closed | Closed |
| Tuesday 31 December | 6:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
| Wednesday 1 January 2025 | Closed | Closed |
| Thursday 2 January 2025 – Friday 3 January 2025 | 6:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
South Melbourne Markets Christmas Trading Hours
These seasonal trading hours have been sourced from the South Melbourne Market website and may be subject to change.
| Date | Trading Hours |
| Wednesday 18 December | 8:00am – 4:00pm |
| Thursday 19 December | Closed |
| Friday 20 December | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday 21 December – Monday 23 December | 8:00am – 4:00pm |
| Tuesday 24 December | 6:00am – 4:00pm |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
| Tuesday 26 December | Closed |
| Wednesday 27 December | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday 28 December – Sunday 29 December | 8:00am – 4:00pm |
| Monday 30 December | Closed |
| Tuesday 31 December | 8:00am – 4:00pm |
| Wednesday 1 January 2025 – Thursday 2 January 2025 | Closed |
For a comprehensive list of Victoria’s public holidays click here.
Is Coles Open on Christmas Day?
On Christmas Eve, all Coles supermarkets are open for your last-minute festive needs. Keep in mind, every store will be closed on Christmas Day. For specific timings, check out the Coles store locator.
Is Woolworths Open on Christmas Day?
In Melbourne, Woolworths supermarkets will pause operations on Christmas Day. Prior to the Christmas celebrations, regular trading hours remain in effect, so plan your shopping accordingly. If you’re looking for trading hours for a specific Woolworths, check out their store locator for the relevant hours for your local supermarket.
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