What stores are open and closed on Christmas Day in 2024? Hours for Walmart, Costco, CVS and more
NEW YORK (AP)—Many businesses in the United States, ranging from grocery chains to retail stores, choose to reduce their hours or close early on Christmas Eve and completely on Christmas Day. However, a few companies also remain open on the holiday.
It’s a good idea to confirm operation hours before you leave this Christmas, as they may vary depending on the location, whether you’re buying last-minute gifts or just want to get out of the home. If in doubt, give them a call in advance or check online for more detailed schedules for locations in your area.
This is a summary of how the big chains will be functioning on Christmas Day.
Major Retailers
IS WALMART OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
Walmart will return on December 26 at 6 a.m. after being closed on Christmas Day.
IS TARGET OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
The majority of Target shops will close on Christmas and reopen on December 26 at 7 a.m. Location hours may be found here.
IS COSTCO OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
On Christmas Day, all Costco warehouses in the United States are closed.
IS CVS OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
On Christmas, many CVS Pharmacy locations will be open as usual, however other non-24 sites might be closed or have shortened hours. It is advised that customers check local hours online or give us a call in advance.
IS WALGREENS OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
On Christmas Day, the majority of Walgreens shops will operate from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. All of the 24-hour stores will stay open. Local hours can be verified here.
IS STARBUCKS OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
The firm notes that “stores may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs” throughout the holiday season, so while many Starbucks shops will be open on Christmas, the hours may change. Online research is the finest option.
IS MCDONALD S OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
Although hours differ by location, the majority of McDonald’s restaurants in the US are open on holidays like Christmas. Customers can verify by using the chain’s online store finder.
IS KROGER OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
Depending on the store division and location, the majority of Kroger locations are closed on Christmas Day.
IS ALBERTSONS OPEN ON CHRISTMAS?
On Christmas, a lot of Albertsons stores will be closed, although some will stay open with modified hours. Additionally, some pharmacies might have varied hours or be closed.
What’s Closed?
Other grocery, convenience, and retail establishments that are closed on Christmas Day include the following:
1. ALDI: All stores are shut down.
2. Shops in Harris Teeter are closed.
3. Home Depot: All of its locations are closed.
4. IKEA: No store is open.
5. Jewel-Osco: Pharmacies and retail establishments are closed.
6. Lowe’s: No stores are open today.
7. Macy’s: All stores are shut down.
8. Meijer: Shops are shut down.
9. Publix: No business is open.
10. Rite Aid: No locations are open.
Sam’s Club: No stores are open.
Stores are closed at the Sprouts Farmer’s Market.
13. Trader Joe’s: No business is open.
Whole Foods: All locations are closed.
What’s Open?
Other retailers that are open on Christmas Day, or have specific locations that are, include the following:
1. Safeway: Although a lot of stores are closed, others will remain open with modified hours.
2. Sheetz: Regular business hours are in effect (24/7).
3. 7-Eleven: While some locations have different hours, the majority of their stores are open around-the-clock, even on Christmas.
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