What Time Do Op Shops Open and Close? (2026)

There is no single answer to what time do op shops open or close. Each store sets its own hours. Many open between 9am and 10am and close between 4pm and 5pm on weekdays, with different hours on weekends, but you will find plenty of variation. The only way to be sure is to check the store you plan to visit.

This guide explains typical patterns and how to find current opening and closing times. For public holidays, see are op shops open on public holidays.

Typical opening and closing times

Many op shops open in the morning (often 9am or 10am) and close in the afternoon or early evening (often 4pm to 5.30pm) on weekdays. Saturday hours are often similar or slightly shorter. Some close on Sundays; others open for a half-day or full day. Late-night trading is uncommon. These are broad patterns; individual stores can open earlier, close later, or have different weekend hours.

Why hours vary

Op shops depend on volunteers and local managers. A branch in a busy shopping strip might open longer; a small suburban shop might open only a few days a week or for shorter hours. Chains like Vinnies and Salvos set guidelines, but branch hours can still differ. So “what time do op shops close?” or “what op shops are open on a Sunday?” always needs a store-by-store check.

How to find your local op shop’s hours

To avoid turning up when the store is closed:

• Use the charity’s store locator (e.g. on the Vinnies, Salvos, or Red Cross website) and click through to the branch; many list opening hours.
• Search for the store name and suburb; the store’s own page or a listing may show hours.
• Call the store. A quick call can confirm opening and closing times, including for today or tomorrow.

For a list of op shops to look up, see best op shops in your city and top-rated op shop chains in Australia.

Summary

Op shop opening and closing times are set by each store. Check the chain’s store locator, the store’s own listing, or call ahead. That way you know what time they open and close, including on Sundays and the day you plan to go.