Most shops will open from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, though stores in central locations and major shopping malls are expected to extend their hours, opening earlier and staying open until 8:00 pm.

Greece has confirmed the four Sundays when retail stores will open through the end of 2025, giving consumers extra time for Christmas shopping during the busy discount season

The trend of early sales is fueled by the influence of major online retailers like Amazon and Asos, which have begun offering discounts ahead of Greek retailers, acting as a benchmark for price comparisons.

Stores across the country will also operate from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m on all Sundays in December expect for December 8