Christmas Eve is the night before Christmas, and it’s a time for families to come together and celebrate. But what if you need to run some last-minute errands? Don’t worry, there are still plenty of stores open on Christmas Eve.
In this article, we’ll list the stores that are open on Christmas Eve, as well as their hours of operation. We’ll also provide some tips for shopping on Christmas Eve, such as how to avoid crowds and how to save money.
So whether you need to pick up a last-minute gift or just want to stock up on some groceries, be sure to check out our list of stores open on Christmas Eve.
Department Stores That Are Open Late on Christmas Eve
It’s time to get those last-minute Christmas gifts bought and wrapped, and here are the department stores where you can shop late on Christmas Eve.
Almost all these stores will be closed on Christmas Day, so ensure you get those last-minute gifts acquired during their open hours on Christmas Eve.
- Target: Target will be open on Christmas Eve, with most locations closing at 8 pm.
- Walmart: Walmart’s Christmas Eve hours are that they will be closing at 6 pm.
- Kohl: On Christmas Eve, Kohl’s locations often stay open until six o’clock.
- JCPenney: If they adopt the same hours as last year, JCPenney locations will be open from 7 am to 6 pm on Christmas Eve, Macy’s: Based on previous schedules, Macy’s will be open until 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Dillard’s: Dillard’s will be open from 8 am to 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Big Lots: Big Lots are usually open until 9 pm, and Christmas Eve will likely be the same.
Grocery Stores That Are Open Late for Christmas Eve
Here are the grocery stores open on Christmas Eve so you can pick up any last-minute ingredients for your holiday meal or some snacks.
- Albertsons: Albertsons will remain open on Christmas Eve until 9 pm.
- Publix: You can shop at Publix from 8 am to 7 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Whole Foods: Whole Foods’ holiday hours vary by location, but many show they are open from 7 am until 7 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Trader Joe’s: All Trader Joe’s stores will close at 6 pm on December 24th.
- H-E-B: All H-E-B locations will be open from 6 am until 8 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Meijer: On Christmas Eve, most Meijer stores close at 7 pm.
Pharmacies That Are Open Late on Chrismas Eve
Pharmacies are a great location to fill up on medicine and personal care supplies and some last-minute gifts and snacks for the stockings.
Many of these pharmacies are also open on Christmas Day, so you’re in luck if you missed the closing hours on Christmas Eve.
- Walgreens: Most Walgreens locations will stick with their regular hours on Christmas Eve, including the 24-hour areas.
- CVS: CVS will stick to regular operating hours, but pharmacy hours might vary.
- Rite Aid: Rite Aid will be open as usual on Christmas Eve.
Specialty Stores That Are Open Late for Christmas Eve
Stop by your favorite store for those last-minute gifts at these toys, books, electronics, home, kitchen, and other specialty stores.
- Barnes & Noble: Barnes & Noble will be open from 8 am to 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Best Buy: On Christmas Eve, Best Buy will be open from 7 am to 6 pm.
- Lowe’s: You can shop at Lowe’s on Christmas Eve until 6 pm.
- Dollar Tree: Dollar Tree will be open at 7 am and close at 7 pm for Christmas Eve.
- Old Navy: Old Navy will be open from 7 am to 7 pm on Christmas Eve, but hours might vary by location.
- Apple: Most Apple stores are typically open until 6 pm on Christmas Eve, as last year.
- Dick’s Sporting Goods: You can stop into Dick’s Sporting Goods from 7 am to 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Dollar General: On Christmas Eve, Dollar General locations will stay open until 10 pm.
- Game Stop: Most Game Stop locations were open until 6 pm on Christmas Eve, and those hours are likely the same this year.
Stores Are Open and Closed the Day Before and the Day After Christmas
- Albertsons: Albertsons stores will be open until 5 pm on Christmas Eve, according to the current ad.
- ALDI: Hours may vary for ALDI stores on Christmas Eve; you may check your location’s hours online.
- Big Lots: Stores will be open on Christmas Eve, with many closing early. Store hours can be found here.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club: According to the company’s website, locations will be open from 9 am to 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Costco: You can find your local Costco’s hours here. Hours may vary by location.
- Dillons: Stores are closing at 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Dollar General: Stores will be open until 10 pm local time on Christmas Eve, according to the latest Dollar General ad.
- Sam’s Club: The company’s website states that locations will be open until 6 pm local time.
- Sprouts: Sprouts Stores will be open from 7 am to 7 pm local time on Christmas Eve, the chain’s website says.
- Target: Christmas Eve hours may vary between Target locations; you can check them online for your area.
- Walmart: According to Walmart, hours may vary by store on Christmas Eve, but all stores will close for Christmas Day.
- Wegmans: Wegmans Stores will close at 6 pm on Christmas Eve and remain closed until Monday, according to Wegmans.
- Whole Foods: Like other retailers, Whole Foods may have different Christmas Eve hours, and its locations will be closed on Christmas Day.
Stores Will Be Open on Christmas Eve 2023
- Apple: Apple stores have remained open until at least 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Best Buy: The bulk of Best Buy locations have opened their doors from 7 am to 6 pm in the past, and you could even order online for in-store pickup on Christmas Eve. Typically, orders are ready in an hour.
- Big Lots: These shops are frequently open until midnight.
- Dillard: The hours of operation for Dillard’s are 8 am to 6 pm.
- GameStop: Most video game retailers remained open until six o’clock last year.
- JCPenney: In the past year, most JCPenney stores were open from 7 am to 6 pm.
- Kmart: Most Kmart sites are open to customers on Christmas Eve from 8 am to 10 pm on a regular schedule.
- Kohl’s: Kohl’s has been known to have holiday shopping marathons where stores stay open 24/7 leading up to Christmas until they finally close their doors around 6 pm on Christmas Eve.
- Old Navy: Old Navy will operate on several holidays, although the specifics may vary by region. Stores were typically open from 7 am to 7 pm on Christmas Eve last year.
- Sears: You can shop at Sears from 8 am to 6 pm.
- Target: Depending on the location, all Target stores last year were open at 7 am and closed at either 10 pm or 11 pm.
- Walmart: While many of its locations are open around the clock, some might close early on Christmas Eve and stay closed on Christmas.
Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve
- Applebee’s: Most sites will be open on Christmas Eve but with shortened hours.
- Benihana: Have some hibachi this year for Christmas Eve dinner. Location will determine the hours.
- Boston Market: Open for dining on Christmas Eve, Boston Market will also make annual heat-and-serve take-home dinners.
- Buca di Beppo: Head over for some pasta starting at 11 am.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Most locations will be open, but make sure to call your local one ahead of time just to be sure.
- Dunkin’: Location-specific hours apply.
- IHOP: Locations will be open, but hours may vary.
- Starbucks: All locations will be open, but hours may vary depending on location.
Stores Open for Shopping on Christmas Eve
- Apple: Recently, Apple stores have remained open on Christmas Eve until 6 pm.
- IKEA: Stores will be open from 10 am until 5 pm.
- Kmart: On Christmas Eve, many Kmart locations will be open as usual.
- Macy’s: By past practice, Macy’s opens early on Christmas Eve and closes at approximately six o’clock.
- Old Navy: Store hours vary depending on your location, but most will be open Christmas Eve even if they are on reduced hours.
- Sears: Store hours are 8 am to 6 pm.
- Target: Depending on the location, Target stores will open and close at 8 pm.
- Walmart: While some stores will close early on Christmas Eve and stay closed all day, most Walmart locations will be open.
Check out these present suggestions for everyone you know now that you know the stores open on Christmas Eve. Then, research the best sales that are offered the day after Christmas.
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