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Boxing Day Headphones Sale 2026

The 2026 Boxing Day headphone sale is nearly here, backed by deals from labels such as Sony, Panasonic and Shokz at The Good Guys spanning wireless earbuds through to over ear noise cancelling headphones for long commutes.

The 2026 Boxing Day headphone sale is nearly here, backed by deals from labels such as Sony, Panasonic and Shokz at The Good Guys spanning wireless earbuds through to over ear noise cancelling headphones for long commutes.

Over-ear, earbuds or sports style: which headphones is worth comparing in the Boxing Day sale?

Start with where you listen: over-ear headphones for long sessions at home, earbuds that slip into a pocket for the commute, and sports styles that stay put during workouts.

The Boxing Day sale can include all three styles, although offers apply to selected models, so not every pair is included.

Headphone style

Best for

Noise cancelling headphones

Trains, buses and open-plan offices

True wireless earbuds

Pockets, commutes and light carrying

Sports headphones

A secure, sweat-resistant fit for workouts

Wired headphones

No battery and no charging

Wireless headphones

Bluetooth with phones, tablets, PCs, TVs and gaming hardware

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How do noise cancelling headphones work in the Boxing Day sale?

Here is how noise cancelling headphones work: built-in microphones pick up background noise, and the headphones play an inverse sound wave to cancel it.

Adaptive models adjust the level automatically, and because the world sounds quieter, you can listen at a lower volume.

How do over-ear, on-ear and earbud styles differ in the Boxing Day sale?

Choosing over-ear or on-ear headphones comes down to comfort and size, and earbuds go smaller again.

  • Over-ear: the earcups sit around the ears, and the larger pads stay comfortable over long listening sessions. They tend to sound better and block out more noise passively, which helps at home or on a flight. They can hang around your neck when not in use.

  • On-ear: the pads rest on the ears rather than around them, held in place by the headband.

  • True wireless earbuds: each bud connects with no cable at all, and they charge in a compact carry case. Lower priced models can give up some audio quality.

The Type filter narrows the range to over-ear, on-ear or in-ear pairs, and the full headphone range has the rest.

Wired or wireless: does it matter for gaming and long sessions in the Boxing Day sale?

Wired headphones are the battery free option, with zero latency for gaming and no charging or dropouts. Wireless pairs connect over Bluetooth, and some also take a cable, so they keep playing when the battery runs flat.

For wireless pairs, check the play time per charge against a typical day of listening.

Which headphones stay put during a workout in the Boxing Day sale?

Sports headphones keep a secure fit, and sweat resistance helps on long runs, with no cords to tangle. On earbuds, silicone tips or sport fins stop them slipping out mid-run.

Open-ear styles keep you aware of your surroundings, while in-ear styles shut them out.

Which headphone brands can feature in the Boxing Day sale?

  • Sony headphones: can include WH-CH530 on-ear headphones and WF-C510 earbuds, with noise cancelling headphones and earbuds across the wider range.

  • JBL headphones: can include wired, wireless and noise cancelling styles, known for JBL Signature Sound and powerful bass.

  • Panasonic headphones: can include noise cancelling headphones and true wireless earbuds.

  • Shokz headphones: can include OpenFit Air earbuds.

Looking for AirPods? They have their own Boxing Day AirPods deals page.

More Boxing Day deals to go with headphones

Headphones pair with a phone, a watch or the TV at home, and these Boxing Day categories cover them:

Frequently asked questions

Boxing Day 2026 falls on Saturday 26 December, however many Australian retailers extend the sale during December. Boxing Day headphone deals are coming soon to The Good Guys, so keep an eye out.

Boxing Day headphone sales in Australia are usually considered finished after 27 December 2026, however some retailers extend sales into the start of the new year. Offer periods at The Good Guys vary by product, so check the product page for the current price.

Wireless, noise cancelling, sports and wired headphones and true wireless earbuds can all feature in the Boxing Day headphone sale. Pick the style first, then weigh sound and battery life.

Yes, noise cancelling headphones and true wireless noise cancelling earbuds can both feature in the Boxing Day headphone sale. Adaptive models adjust the level automatically, which helps when a commute moves from train to street.

Yes, true wireless earbuds can feature in the Boxing Day headphone sale, with no cable at all and a compact carry case that charges them.

Boxing Day headphone deals can be shopped online or in store, and a pair can be ordered for delivery. A store is the place to try a pair on first.

Headphone deals are not limited to Boxing Day. Headphone and soundbar deals run at The Good Guys all year.

Black Friday headphone deals usually peak around Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

EOFY sales usually peak towards the end of June, finishing with the end of the financial year.

Headphone deals also come up between the big sales. Two common reasons:

  • A newer range arrives, and the previous range can still be on sale.

  • A store runs its own event with local offers.

Ask your local store what is available before you head in.