
What’s Open on Christmas and Boxing Day 2024? Here's Your Quick Guide
As we approach the festive season, the excitement and the chaos of holiday preparations often lead to a pressing question: What’s open on Christmas Day and Boxing Day? Whether you're scrambling for last-minute groceries, a quick retail fix, or a celebratory drink, knowing store hours can save the day. Here's a rundown to help you navigate this year’s holiday schedule for major stores across Australia.
Firstly, if you’re planning your grocery shopping, Coles and Woolworths are both open on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day but remain closed on Christmas Day itself. While their trading hours may differ slightly from usual, their websites have all the specific store timings updated. Make sure to double-check to avoid surprises.
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For retail therapy enthusiasts, stores like Kmart and Big W will also be closed on Christmas Day. Kmart will close early on Christmas Eve, with reopening times on Boxing Day varying between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Big W has a similar schedule, so checking your local store’s website is a smart move.
If a festive drink is part of your holiday plan, major liquor retailers such as Dan Murphy’s , BWS , Liquorland , and Vintage Cellars also have specific schedules. All these stores will be closed on Christmas Day but will reopen on Boxing Day with modified hours. Some locations may even extend their hours in the lead-up to Christmas to cater to the demand. Their individual store details can be easily found online.
Supermarkets like ALDI are operating normally until Christmas Eve but will take a break on Christmas Day. Boxing Day hours may vary, with some stores opening later or closing earlier than usual.
Across states, there are slight variations in schedules. For example, in South Australia, regional stores like Coles in Mount Barker and Port Augusta will remain open on Boxing Day, while metropolitan outlets might stay closed. Similarly, in Victoria, a few exceptions exist, like certain Liquorland stores in Melbourne staying open.
This comprehensive guide ensures you're prepared to handle the festive frenzy. Whether it’s food, gifts, or drinks, planning your visits according to these holiday trading hours will keep your celebrations smooth and stress-free. Happy holidays! 🎄
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