Athens Christmas Shopping Hours: Stores Open This Sunday
As the festive season approaches, Athens is preparing for extended shopping hours to accommodate Christmas shoppers. This Sunday, December 14, 2025, marks the first of three Sundays during which commercial stores will be open to the public.
Key Dates for Christmas Shopping:
- Sunday, December 14, 2025: Stores open (11:00 – 16:00)
- Sunday, December 21, 2025: Stores open (11:00 – 18:00)
- Sunday, December 28, 2025: Stores open (11:00 – 18:00)
Supermarkets and most commercial stores will operate normally on these Sundays. However, it has been announced that butcher shops will not open on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in a show of support for farmers and livestock breeders.
Extended Daily Hours:
Throughout the festive period, stores will maintain extended hours on weekdays and Saturdays. The proposed schedule ensures ample time for all your holiday shopping needs.
Full Proposed Christmas Shopping Schedule:
| Date | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Sunday 14/12/2025 | 11:00 – 16:00 |
| Monday 15/12/2025 | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Tuesday 16/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Wednesday 17/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Thursday 18/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Friday 19/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Saturday 20/12/2025 | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday 21/12/2025 | 11:00 – 18:00 |
| Monday 22/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Tuesday 23/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Wednesday 24/12/2025 | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday 25/12/2025 | Holiday (Closed) |
| Friday 26/12/2025 | Holiday (Closed) |
| Saturday 27/12/2025 | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday 28/12/2025 | 11:00 – 18:00 |
| Monday 29/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Tuesday 30/12/2025 | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Wednesday 31/12/2025 | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday 01/01/2026 | Holiday (Closed) |
| Friday 02/01/2026 | Closed |
Important Notes:
- Butcher Shops: Will remain closed on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
- Public Holidays: Stores will be closed on December 25th and 26th (Christmas) and January 1st (New Year’s Day).
Shoppers are encouraged to plan their visits accordingly to take full advantage of the extended hours and avoid last-minute rushes. Stay tuned for any further updates from local authorities regarding the festive shopping schedule.
