Boxing Day 2026 is on Saturday, 26 December 2026.
That's in 89 days.
Typically closed: Australia Post.
Other stores vary by state and location. See the full list below.
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Boxing Day is one of the biggest sales days of the year in Australia. It is a public holiday in most states, and whether a store opens depends on local trading rules. In NSW it is a restricted trading day, but exempt shops may open with staff who freely choose to work.
Is it open on Boxing Day? Store by Store
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Boxing Day 2026 |
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| Woolworths |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Coles |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| ALDI |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| IGA |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Costco |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Kmart |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Target |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Big W |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Bunnings |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Officeworks |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| JB Hi-Fi |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Harvey Norman |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Myer |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| IKEA |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Chemist Warehouse |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Priceline |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Dan Murphy's |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| BWS |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Liquorland |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Australia Post |
Closed |
Post offices are closed and there are no regular deliveries. Find a store › |
| McDonald's |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| KFC |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
| Red Rooster |
Varies by Location |
Many stores open for Boxing Day sales, but rules differ by state. Check your local store. Find a store › |
Status shows the typical pattern for each chain. Individual stores may differ. Last reviewed: 27 September 2026.
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Boxing Day Store Rules by State
NSW: Boxing Day is a restricted trading day; exempt shops may trade with staff who have freely elected to work.
In most other states, many retailers open with public holiday hours for Boxing Day sales.
Australia Post offices are closed.
When a public holiday falls on a weekend, some states and territories add a substitute holiday on the following Monday.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Boxing Day 2026 in Australia?
Boxing Day 2026 in Australia falls on Saturday, 26 December 2026.
Are shops open on Boxing Day in Australia?
Many shops open for Boxing Day sales, but trading rules differ by state. In NSW it is a restricted trading day, although exempt shops may open.
Other Upcoming Holidays in Australia
Holiday hours are provided as a general guide and can change without notice. Store Locator Tool is not affiliated with the retailers listed. Please confirm hours with your local store before visiting.
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