JB Hi-Fi Christmas Trading Hours
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year – JB Hi-Fi opening rules by state
Is JB Hi-Fi Open Over Christmas?
JB Hi-Fi is usually closed on Christmas Day. Most stores reopen on Boxing Day in states where shops can trade, with shorter hours in some areas. JB Hi-Fi’s Boxing Day sale makes 26 December one of its busiest days. Hours on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day vary by store.
Christmas 2026 Public Holidays and Trading Rules by State
Dates are calculated automatically for each state. The trading rules below apply to large, non-exempt shops such as JB Hi-Fi.
| State | Public holidays | Shop trading rules |
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| New South Wales (NSW) |
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Christmas Day and Boxing Day are restricted trading days. Non-exempt shops must close on Christmas Day. On Boxing Day shops may trade if staff freely choose to work, so many large stores open. |
| Victoria (VIC) |
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Christmas Day is a restricted trading day: only exempt shops can open. Boxing Day is not restricted. |
| Queensland (QLD) |
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Non-exempt shops must close on Christmas Day. Boxing Day is a public holiday but not a closed day for non-exempt shops. |
| Western Australia (WA) |
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In the Perth metropolitan area, general retail shops must close on Christmas Day and can open 11am to 5pm on other public holidays. Regional general retail shops must close on all public holidays. |
| South Australia (SA) |
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Shops close on Christmas Day. In metropolitan Adelaide most shops can trade 9am to 5pm on Proclamation Day, but non-exempt supermarkets must stay closed. |
| Tasmania (TAS) |
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Most larger shops close on Christmas Day; small and exempt shops may open. |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) |
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No legal shop trading restrictions. Most large retailers still choose to close on Christmas Day. |
| Northern Territory (NT) |
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No legal shop trading restrictions. Most large retailers still choose to close on Christmas Day. |
General information, not legal advice. JB Hi-Fi sets its own hours within these rules, and hours differ between stores. Always check your local store.
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JB Hi-Fi Over the Christmas Holidays
The Christmas period is one of the busiest times of the year for JB Hi-Fi. Opening hours change around Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, and they also depend on each state’s shop trading laws. The table above shows the public holiday dates for this year in every state, calculated automatically, together with the trading rules that apply to large shops.
Tips for shopping at JB Hi-Fi at Christmas
- Shop early in the week before Christmas to avoid the biggest crowds on 23 and 24 December.
- Check your local store’s hours before you travel, as hours differ between stores and shopping centres.
- Plan for Christmas Day closures – buy any last items on Christmas Eve.
- Watch the catalogue and specials on the JB Hi-Fi page, and see the Boxing Day sales countdown.
For every store and state, see our Christmas trading hours guide.
JB Hi-Fi Christmas Trading Hours – Questions & Answers
Is JB Hi-Fi open on Christmas Day?
JB Hi-Fi stores are usually closed on Christmas Day. In most states, large non-exempt shops are not allowed to open on Christmas Day, and JB Hi-Fi closes even where trading is allowed.
Is JB Hi-Fi open on Boxing Day?
Most JB Hi-Fi stores open on Boxing Day in states where large shops can trade. Hours can be shorter than usual, so check your local store.
Is JB Hi-Fi open on New Year's Day?
Most JB Hi-Fi stores open on New Year's Day, often with reduced hours. Check your local store before you go.
Are JB Hi-Fi hours the same at every store?
No. Opening hours can differ between stores, shopping centres and states, especially over the holidays. Always check your local JB Hi-Fi store before you travel.