Clearwater Mall Trading Hours

Quick Answer: Clearwater Mall in Roodepoort is open from 09:00 to 19:00 Monday through Thursday and Saturdays, offers extended late-night shopping on Friday from 09:00 to 21:00, and operates from 09:00 to 17:00 on Sundays. Public holidays generally run from 09:00 to 19:00 (or 09:00 to 17:00 if the holiday falls on a Sunday). Anchor supermarkets, main restaurants, and Nu Metro cinemas often operate extended hours beyond general retail times.

Overview of Clearwater Mall Operating Hours

Clearwater Mall, conveniently situated at the intersection of Hendrik Potgieter Drive and Christiaan de Wet Road in Strubensvalley, Roodepoort, is one of Johannesburg West’s premier shopping, dining, and lifestyle destinations. Housing over 220 retail stores and 26 eateries, the mall provides a wide selection of fashion, electronics, home decor, and entertainment.

To plan your trip efficiently, review the weekly opening hours, public holiday schedules, and special department trading rules below.

Weekly Trading Hours Schedule

DayOpening TimeClosing TimeTrading Type
Monday09:0019:00Standard Retail Hours
Tuesday09:0019:00Standard Retail Hours
Wednesday09:0019:00Standard Retail Hours
Thursday09:0019:00Standard Retail Hours
Friday09:0021:00Extended Late-Night Shopping
Saturday09:0019:00Standard Weekend Hours
Sunday09:0017:00Sunday Shopping Hours
Public Holidays09:0019:0009:00 – 17:00 if falling on a Sunday

Public Holiday & Festive Season Operating Hours

Clearwater Mall remains open on most national public holidays in South Africa so visitors can shop at their convenience.

Extended Store, Dining, and Cinema Hours

While standard fashion, lifestyle, and specialty shops follow the general mall trading times, specific categories of stores and entertainment hubs keep flexible operating hours:

  1. Supermarkets & Pharmacies: Major anchor stores such as Pick n Pay, Woolworths Food, Checkers, Dis-Chem, and Clicks often open earlier in the morning (typically between 08:00 and 08:30) to facilitate early-bird shopping.
  2. Piazza Restaurants & Fast-Food Outlets: Sit-down family restaurants (including Spur, Ocean Basket, Panarottis, and Piatto) and cafe chains in the Piazza area frequently trade later into the evening past standard retail closing times.
  3. Nu Metro Cinema Complex: Movie showtimes run throughout the afternoon and late evening. The cinema box office and refreshment counters open prior to the first screening of the day and close after the final night show.
  4. Bank Branches: Major retail banks (Standard Bank, Capitec, FNB, Absa, Nedbank) observe standard weekday retail hours, but usually close earlier on Saturdays (around 13:00 to 15:00) and remain closed on Sundays and public holidays.

Location, Parking Tariffs, and Amenities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are Clearwater Mall’s standard opening and closing times?

Clearwater Mall is open Monday through Thursday and Saturdays from 09:00 to 19:00, Fridays from 09:00 to 21:00, and Sundays from 09:00 to 17:00.

2. Is Clearwater Mall open on public holidays?

Yes, Clearwater Mall is open on most public holidays from 09:00 to 19:00. If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the mall operates on Sunday trading hours from 09:00 to 17:00.

3. Does Clearwater Mall offer free parking?

Yes, open-air parking at Clearwater Mall is completely free for the first 2 hours. After 2 hours, standard incremental tariffs apply. Covered parking requires a paid parking ticket starting at R10 for up to 6 hours.

4. Do restaurants and cinemas stay open past standard mall closing hours?

Yes, sit-down eateries in the Piazza courtyard and the Nu Metro cinema complex maintain extended late-night hours past general retail store closing times.

5. What time do supermarkets like Pick n Pay and Woolworths open?

Anchor grocery stores and pharmacies such as Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and Checkers often open earlier than the general retail shops, typically around 08:00 or 08:30.

6. Where is Clearwater Mall located and how do I contact Centre Management?

Clearwater Mall is located at the corner of Hendrik Potgieter Drive and Christiaan de Wet Road in Strubensvalley, Roodepoort. You can contact Centre Management directly at 011 288 5260.