As the festive season approaches, Athens retailers are gearing up to welcome holiday shoppers with an extended schedule for Christmas 2025. The Athens Commercial Association has released a recommended trading timetable, featuring longer weekday hours and four dedicated Sunday openings to provide ample opportunity for everyone to complete their Christmas preparations.
Extended Trading Hours for Christmas 2025
The recommended schedule, while indicative and optional, allows businesses to adjust their operational hours to meet customer demand, all while adhering to national regulations. Shoppers can expect stores to be open from 06:00 to 21:00 from Monday to Saturday, and from 11:00 to 20:00 on Sundays.
Recommended Christmas 2025 Retail Schedule – Athens
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Thursday 11/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Friday 12/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Saturday 13/12 | 09:00-16:00 |
| Sunday 14/12 | 11:00-16:00 |
| Monday 15/12 | 09:00-16:00 |
| Tuesday 16/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Wednesday 17/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Thursday 18/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Friday 19/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Saturday 20/12 | 09:00-18:00 |
| Sunday 21/12 | 11:00-18:00 |
| Monday 22/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Tuesday 23/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Wednesday 24/12 | 09:00-18:00 |
| Thursday 25/12 | Christmas Day: Closed |
| Friday 26/12 | Synaxis of the Theotokos: Closed |
| Saturday 27/12 | 09:00-18:00 |
| Sunday 28/12 | 11:00-18:00 |
| Monday 29/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Tuesday 30/12 | 09:00-21:00 |
| Wednesday 31/12 | New Year’s Eve – 09:00-18:00 |
| Thursday 01/01/2026 | New Year’s Day: Closed |
| Friday 02/01/2026 | Closed |
Which Sundays Will Shops Be Open?
To further facilitate holiday shopping, Athens stores will be open on four Sundays during the festive period. This initiative aims to provide consumers with greater flexibility and convenience.
- 30 November 2025
- 14 December 2025
- 21 December 2025
- 28 December 2025
Shoppers are encouraged to take advantage of these extended hours and special Sunday openings to find the perfect gifts and prepare for the holiday celebrations. For those planning a Christmas getaway, don’t forget to check out the gct list of 5 of the best hotels for an unforgettable Christmas in Greece.
