What’s Open on Christmas Day?

Christmas Shopping: What Stores Are Open (or Closed) on Christmas Day

Before You Go Out the Door

With Christmas right around the corner, you might want to check the list of what stores are open (and closed) twice. From retail to grocery chains, many companies across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours. But there are also a handful of businesses that stay open on the holiday.

A Rundown of How Major Chains Are Operating This Christmas Day

1. Walmart will be closed on Christmas Day — and reopen at 6 a.m. Dec. 26.
2. Most Target stores will be closed on Christmas and reopen at 7 a.m. Dec. 26. You can check location hours here.
3. All Costco warehouses in the U.S. are closed on Christmas Day.
4. Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate with normal hours on Christmas, but some non-24 locations may be closed or have reduced hours. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or double-check local hours online.
5. Most Walgreens stores will have adjusted hours of 9am-5pm on Christmas Day. All 24-hour locations will continue to remain open. You can double-check local hours here.
6. Many Starbucks locations will be open on Christmas, but hours can vary — with the company noting that “stores may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs” throughout the holiday season. It’s best to check ahead online.
7. Most McDonald’s locations in the U.S. are open on holidays like Christmas, but hours vary by location. Consumers can use the chain’s online store locator to confirm.
8. Most Kroger stores are closed on Christmas Day, although that can vary depending on store division and location.

Other Grocery, Convenience, and Retail Stores That Are Closed on Christmas Day

1. ALDI: Stores are closed.
2. Harris Teeter: Stores are closed.
3. Home Depot: Stores are closed.
4. IKEA: Stores are closed.
5. Jewel-Osco: Stores and pharmacies are closed.
6. Lowe’s: Stores are closed.
7. Macy’s: Stores are closed.
8. Meijer: Stores are closed.
9. Publix: Stores are closed.
10. Rite Aid: Stores are closed.
11. Sam’s Club: Stores are closed.
12. Sprouts Farmer’s Market: Stores are closed.
13. Trader Joe’s: Stores are closed.
14. Whole Foods: Stores are closed.

Other Stores That Are Open on Christmas Day (or Have Select Locations That Are)

1. Safeway: Many stores are closed, but there will also be open locations with adjusted hours.
2. Sheetz: Stores are open with regular hours (24/7).
3. 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24/7 (including on Christmas), but some locations’ hours can vary.

Conclusion

Before you venture out to do your last-minute shopping or head to your favorite store, be sure to check the hours for your local locations. Some stores may have adjusted hours or be closed entirely on Christmas Day. It’s always a good idea to call ahead or check online to confirm hours before heading out.

FAQs

Q: Are all Walmart stores closed on Christmas Day?
A: Yes, all Walmart stores are closed on Christmas Day, but reopen at 6 a.m. on December 26.

Q: Are all Target stores closed on Christmas Day?
A: Most Target stores are closed on Christmas Day, but some may have adjusted hours. Check the store locator for more information.

Q: Are any grocery stores open on Christmas Day?
A: Yes, some grocery stores, such as Sheetz and 7-Eleven, are open on Christmas Day, but hours may vary. Others, like Safeway, may have select locations open with adjusted hours.