Shopping malls in Metro Manila will adjust their operating hours from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM starting November 16 until December 25, 2026, as part of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority’s (MMDA) traffic management plan for the holiday season.
The adjusted schedule, agreed upon by mall operators and the MMDA, will not apply on weekends and holidays.
Under the new guidelines, mall delivery operations are restricted from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM, with an exemption for perishable goods such as food and ice. Meanwhile, mall-wide sales will only be permitted on weekends.
Individual stores within malls may hold weekday sales provided they are not promoted through public announcements, advertisements, or tarpaulins.
Restaurants, supermarkets, and government service offices located inside malls are exempt from the revised schedule and may continue following their regular operating hours. Additionally, cinemas will be permitted to open earlier on December 25 to accommodate the expected surge of moviegoers on Christmas Day.
The MMDA stated that these measures aim to improve traffic flow and prevent severe congestion on major roads surrounding shopping centers as motorists and shoppers flood the metropolis for the holidays.