Christmas shopping season is officially here! Check the adjusted mall schedules across Metro Manila before heading out for gift hunting, grocery runs, and festive family outings.
Christmas shopping is about to get busier, with Metro Manila’s major malls preparing for longer operating hours ahead of the holiday rush. Whether you’re hunting for presents, stocking up on Noche Buena essentials, or planning a festive family outing, knowing when your favorite shopping destinations open and close can help you make the most of the season.
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has announced adjusted mall operating hours from November 16 to December 25, 2026, following discussions with major shopping mall operators.
Under the agreement, participating malls across Metro Manila will operate from 11 am to 11 pm on weekdays, excluding holidays. The measure is intended to ease traffic congestion around commercial districts during the Christmas shopping season.
Here’s a guide to the shopping destinations covered by the announced adjustment, along with their official Facebook pages for branch-specific updates:
SM Supermalls
November 16-December 25, 2026 | Weekdays, excluding holidays
11 am to 11 pm
SM Supermalls is among the mall operators participating in the holiday schedule adjustment. Its Metro Manila properties include several of the country’s busiest shopping destinations, from SM Mall of Asia in Pasay to SM Megamall in Mandaluyong and SM City North EDSA in Quezon City.
For the latest branch announcements, visit the official SM Supermalls Facebook page or Instagram account.
| Shopping destination | Official Facebook |
|---|---|
| SM Mall of Asia, Pasay | SM Mall of Asia |
| SM Megamall, Mandaluyong | SM Megamall |
| SM City North EDSA, Quezon City | SM City North EDSA |
| SM Aura, Taguig | SM Aura |
| SM City Fairview, Quezon City | SM City Fairview |
| SM City Manila, Manila | SM City Manila |
| SM City Marikina, Marikina | SM City Marikina |
| SM City East Ortigas, Pasig | SM City East Ortigas |
| SM City Grand Central, Caloocan | SM City Grand Central |
| SM City San Lazaro, Manila | SM City San Lazaro |
| SM City Sta. Mesa, Quezon City | SM City Sta. Mesa |
| SM City BF Parañaque | SM City BF Parañaque |
| SM City Sucat, Parañaque | SM City Sucat |
Ayala Malls
November 16-December 25, 2026 | Weekdays, excluding holidays
11 am to 11 pm
Ayala Malls is also participating in the adjusted schedule, covering its Metro Manila shopping destinations. Popular properties include Glorietta and Greenbelt in Makati, TriNoma and U.P. Town Center in Quezon City, and Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Parañaque.
Holiday shopping hours may differ during weekends and public holidays, so visitors should consult Ayala Malls’ official Facebook page and Instagram account for updates.
| Shopping destination | Official Facebook |
|---|---|
| Glorietta, Makati | Glorietta |
| Greenbelt, Makati | Greenbelt |
| TriNoma, Quezon City | TriNoma |
| U.P. Town Center, Quezon City | U.P. Town Center |
| Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Parañaque | Ayala Malls Manila Bay |
| Ayala Malls Vertis North, Quezon City | Vertis North |
| One Ayala, Makati | One Ayala |
| Ayala Malls Circuit, Makati | Ayala Malls Circuit |
| Market! Market!, Taguig | Market! Market! |
| Bonifacio High Street, Taguig | Bonifacio Global City |
Robinsons Malls
November 16-December 25, 2026 | Weekdays, excluding holidays
11 am to 11 pm
Robinsons Land is another participating operator in the MMDA’s holiday traffic management initiative. Its shopping destinations include Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Manila, and Robinsons Metro East, offering convenient locations for Christmas shopping across the metro.
Visit Robinsons Malls on Facebook or Instagram for the latest announcements.
| Shopping destination | Official Facebook |
|---|---|
| Robinsons Galleria, Quezon City | Robinsons Galleria |
| Robinsons Magnolia, Quezon City | Robinsons Magnolia |
| Robinsons Manila, Manila | Robinsons Manila |
| Robinsons Metro East, Pasig | Robinsons Metro East |
| Robinsons Otis, Manila | Robinsons Malls |
| Robinsons Town Mall Malabon | Robinsons Malls |
Other Metro Manila malls
November 16-December 25, 2026 | Weekdays, excluding holidays
11 am to 11 pm
Apart from SM, Ayala, and Robinsons, the MMDA also identified Ortigas Land, Araneta City, The Podium, and Lucky Chinatown among the participating mall operators.
These destinations offer additional shopping options across Ortigas, Cubao, and Manila, particularly for visitors looking for gifts, restaurants, entertainment, and holiday activities.
| Shopping destination | Official Facebook |
|---|---|
| Gateway Mall, Araneta City | Araneta City |
| Ali Mall, Araneta City | Araneta City |
| Farmers Plaza, Araneta City | Araneta City |
| The Podium, Mandaluyong | The Podium |
| Lucky Chinatown, Manila | Lucky Chinatown |
| Estancia, Pasig | Estancia |
What shoppers should know before heading out
Although participating malls are adopting the adjusted weekday schedule, the MMDA clarified that restaurants, supermarkets, and government service offices within mall premises may continue operating according to their regular schedules.
Mall-wide sales will also be limited to weekends, although individual stores may offer weekday promotions without mall-wide advertisements. Meanwhile, cinemas may open earlier on Christmas Day, December 25, to accommodate holiday moviegoers.
With the holiday shopping rush approaching, visitors are encouraged to check their preferred mall’s official social media pages for the latest branch-specific schedules and announcements before setting out.
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