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Shopping Holiday: These stores are open on December 8th!
On December 8, 2025, Viennese people can do some pre-Christmas shopping in the shopping centers that are open.
Shopping Holiday: These stores are open on December 8th!
On Monday, December 8, 2025, Austria celebrates the public holiday of the Conception of the Virgin Mary. A day that invites many Viennese to enjoy the festive atmosphere of Advent and get one or two gifts for their loved ones. According to information from Today This holiday is not only a religious event honoring the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Mother Mary, but also a welcome opportunity for an extensive shopping experience.
Although most stores will allow opening at Conception Day, it is up to each retailer's discretion whether or not to open their doors. Many large retail chains and supermarkets play a central role in the pre-Christmas shopping rush. For example, the Hofer branches will be open on December 8th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., while Sparkasse and Interspar also invite customers. Especially in the city's large shopping centers, the shelves are filled and ready for visitors.
When and where can you shop?
Viennese should be happy: several supermarkets, including the INTERSPAR and Maxi markets, have opened their doors on December 8th. The usual opening hours for most of these shops are between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Here is an overview of some of the leading stores and their opening times:
- Hofer: Alle Filialen von 10 bis 18 Uhr geöffnet
- Penny: Geschlossen, bis auf die Filiale in der Prager Straße 286 (10 bis 18 Uhr)
- Lidl: Alle Filialen geschlossen
- Spar: INTERSPAR- und Maximärkte von 10 bis 18 Uhr geöffnet
- dm: Friseursalons geöffnet, Kosmetikstudios geschlossen (10–18 Uhr)
- Billa/Billa Plus: Grundsätzlich geschlossen, jedoch einige ausgewählte Filialen mit Sonderöffnungszeiten
The large shopping centers in Vienna, which may be a magnet for many customers, also invite you to shop from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. These include, among others:
- Auhof Center
- Westfield Donau Zentrum
- Gerngross
- Lugner City
- Millennium City
- Riverside
- Huma Eleven
- Galleria
- SCS – Westfield Shopping City Süd
- Wien Mitte – The Mall
Opening times vary regionally
Especially in larger cities, there is a high probability that many shops will open their doors. Loud Shops open on Sunday However, it should be noted that small shops, boutiques and specialist shops often remain closed. While shopping centers are usually open in cities like Vienna and Graz, there can be different regulations in more rural regions or smaller communities - often even with shops closed.
For those interested in a leisurely “shopping afternoon” with family or friends, December 8th offers an excellent opportunity to prepare for the upcoming Christmas. Walking through the busy shops with a well-filled shopping list and a clear strategy, it's hard to miss the Christmas spirit. So, it's best to plan your shopping tour now!