Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria operates from 09:00 to 20:00 Monday through Thursday, 09:00 to 21:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, and 09:00 to 18:00 on Sundays and public holidays. If a public holiday falls on a Friday or Saturday, the mall remains open until 21:00. Select grocery anchors, restaurants, and entertainment venues such as Nu Metro operate on extended schedules beyond standard retail hours.
Standard Weekly Trading Hours
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre provides extended trading hours throughout the week to accommodate working professionals, families, and weekend shoppers.
| Day of the Week | Opening Time | Closing Time |
| Monday | 09:00 | 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 | 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 | 20:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 | 20:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 | 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 | 21:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 | 18:00 |
| Public Holidays | 09:00 | 18:00 (or 21:00 if Fri/Sat) |
Note: Individual specialty stores, banks, foreign exchange outlets, and medical suites may follow independent trading schedules.
Anchor Stores and Supermarket Operating Hours
Major grocery retailers and department stores inside Menlyn Park frequently open earlier than the general mall concourse to facilitate convenient morning grocery runs and daily essentials shopping.
Major Supermarkets
- Checkers Hyper: Generally trades from 08:00 to 20:00 Monday to Saturday, and 08:00 to 18:00 on Sundays and public holidays.
- Woolworths Food & Department Store: Opens at 08:30 from Monday to Saturday and 09:00 on Sundays, closing alongside mall general retail hours.
- Pick n Pay: Operates from 08:00 to 20:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, with Sunday trading from 08:00 to 18:00.
- Game: Typically opens from 09:00 to 19:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and 09:00 to 17:00 on Sundays.
Department and Specialty Anchors
Large fashion and department stores like Zara, H&M, Edgars, and Cotton On adhere strictly to the main mall retail hours, ensuring complete access to changing rooms and checkout counters until 20:00 on weekdays and 21:00 on weekends.
Dining, Food Court, and Entertainment Hours
Restaurants, fast food outlets, and leisure facilities remain active after standard retail stores close their doors.
Restaurants and Key West Dining
- Sit-Down Restaurants: Establishments located along the outdoor Key West strip and casual dining venues across the centre operate from 09:00 until late (typically between 22:00 and 23:00).
- Fast Food Court: Outlets open at 09:00 and serve until at least 21:00 daily, with several venues extending closing times on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Entertainment Venues
- Nu Metro Cinema Complex: Box office and concession counters open approximately 30 minutes before the day’s first screening (usually around 09:30) and close after the final evening show begins (around 22:00).
- The Fun Company / Arcade & Bowling: Runs from 09:00 until 22:00 Sunday to Thursday, and remains open until 23:00 on Friday and Saturday nights.
Public Holidays and Festive Season Schedule
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre remains open on almost all official South African public holidays, offering shoppers consistent access throughout the year.
Public Holiday Rules
- Standard public holiday trading runs from 09:00 to 18:00.
- Friday & Saturday Holiday Rule: If an official public holiday occurs on a Friday or Saturday, standard late-night weekend trading applies, and the mall remains open until 21:00.
Festive Season and Special Days
- December Extended Trading: During the peak festive shopping season in December, the mall traditionally extends trading hours, often operating from 09:00 to 21:00 or 22:00 daily.
- Christmas Day (25 December): The retail concourse is closed; select restaurants and cinemas may trade on voluntary schedules.
- Day of Goodwill (26 December) & New Year’s Day (1 January): Open under Sunday/Public Holiday trading hours (09:00 to 18:00).
Centre Management and Customer Support
For lost property, wheelchair assistance, gift card purchases, and general enquiries, customer desks operate during the following times:
- Centre Management Office:
- Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 18:00
- Saturday: 08:30 – 16:00
- Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed
- Information Kiosks: Located at main court entrances and staffed during full retail trading hours (09:00 until mall close).
Parking Facilities and Access Hours
Menlyn Park features comprehensive multi-level parking decks accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for gym members, cinema patrons, and restaurant diners.
- Access Points: Primary access gates are situated along Atterbury Road, Lois Avenue, and Garsfontein Road.
- Payment Methods: Automated pay stations support cash, debit/credit cards, and contactless tap-and-go options. Mobile payment solutions and automated license plate recognition (ticketless exit via app) are also integrated.
- Tariffs: Structured on a tiered duration system, offering flat-rate pricing for early evening, weekend, and late-night visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Menlyn Mall open and close today?
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre opens daily at 09:00. It closes at 20:00 Monday through Thursday, at 21:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, and at 18:00 on Sundays and standard public holidays.
Is Menlyn Park open on public holidays?
Yes, Menlyn Park is open on public holidays from 09:00 to 18:00. However, if a public holiday falls on a Friday or Saturday, the mall extends its closing time to 21:00. The centre is closed for general retail on Christmas Day (25 December).
What time do supermarkets like Checkers and Woolworths open?
Checkers Hyper and Pick n Pay open earlier than standard retail stores, starting at 08:00 from Monday to Saturday. Woolworths Food opens at 08:30 Monday through Saturday. Sunday opening times for all supermarkets begin between 08:00 and 09:00.
Are restaurants and cinemas open later than the shops?
Yes. Sit-down restaurants, fast food outlets, and the Nu Metro cinema complex operate beyond standard retail trading hours. Most restaurants and entertainment facilities trade until 22:00 or 23:00 depending on the day and customer demand.
Does Menlyn Mall have extended trading hours in December?
Yes. During the December festive shopping period, Menlyn Park implements extended trading hours, allowing retail stores to trade until 21:00 or 22:00 on select dates leading up to Christmas Eve.
What are the trading hours for banks and foreign exchange services at Menlyn?
Most commercial bank branches (such as FNB, Standard Bank, Absa, Nedbank, and Capitec) trade from 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday, and 09:00 to 13:00 on Saturdays. They are generally closed on Sundays and public holidays.