Metro Manila Mall Schedules for Holy Week 2026: Adjusted Operating Hours
As the Lenten season reaches its peak, major shopping mall operators across Metro Manila have implemented adjusted operating hours for Holy Week 2026. While most establishments shuttered their doors on Maundy Thursday and Decent Friday to observe the religious holiday, services are resuming for the Easter weekend.
For shoppers and residents navigating the city, understanding these variations is essential, as schedules differ significantly between full mall operations and essential services like supermarkets.
SM Supermalls: Reopening for Easter Weekend
The country’s largest mall chain adopted a strict closure policy for the heart of the holiday. According to The Manila Times, most Metro Manila branches closed on Maundy Thursday (April 2) and Good Friday (April 3).
Current Status (April 4-5):
- SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, and SM City Manila: Open from 10 a.m. To 10 p.m.
- The Podium: Open from 10 a.m. To 10 p.m.
- SM Aura Premier: Reopened for regular hours starting April 4.
During the closures on April 2 and 3, SM maintained limited access. Select restaurants at SM Mall of Asia remained open, while supermarkets at SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, and SM Aura operated with shortened hours (closing at 6 p.m. On Thursday and 5 p.m. On Friday).
Ayala Malls: Easter Sunday Availability
Ayala Malls maintained operations on Maundy Thursday, April 2. As reported by Rappler, several key locations are open for Black Saturday (April 4) and Easter Sunday (April 5), including:
- UP Town Center
- One Ayala
- Greenbelt
- Glorietta
- Market! Market!
- Ayala Malls Manila Bay
Specific operating hours for Ayala Malls Manila Bay on Easter Sunday include the Landmark Supermarket, which is open from 8:30 a.m. To 10 p.m., and the Landmark Department Store, open from 10 a.m. To 9:30 p.m.
Robinsons Malls: Supermarket and Mall Access
Robinsons Malls provided tiered access throughout the week, ensuring that essential grocery services remained available even when main mall areas were closed.
Full Mall Operations (April 4-5): The following locations are open from 10 a.m. To 10 p.m. On Black Saturday and Easter Sunday:
- Opus Mall
- Robinsons Manila
- Robinsons Magnolia
- Robinsons Galleria
Earlier Holy Week Supermarket Hours: On Maundy Thursday (April 2) and Good Friday (April 3), supermarkets at Robinsons Galleria, Magnolia, and Manila remained open, with hours generally ranging from 7 a.m. Or 8 a.m. Until 8 p.m. Or 10 p.m., depending on the location.
Other Mall Operators
Other major developers, including Megaworld Lifestyle Malls and Araneta City, have likewise implemented adjusted schedules. Megaworld properties, in particular, have seen varied operating hours across their different locations during the 2026 Lenten season.
Quick Reference: Easter Weekend Schedule (April 4-5)
| Mall Chain | Key Locations Open | Operating Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SM Supermalls | MOA, Megamall, North EDSA, City Manila, The Podium | 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
| Robinsons Malls | Galleria, Magnolia, Manila, Opus Mall | 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
| Ayala Malls | Greenbelt, Glorietta, One Ayala, UP Town Center, Manila Bay | Varies (Check specific store) |
As the holiday concludes, most Metro Manila malls are expected to return to their standard operating schedules starting Monday.
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