What's open and closed on Christmas Eve 2025? Here's what to know
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Gabe Hauari, USA TODAYDecember 24, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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What's open and closed on Christmas Eve 2025? Here's what to know
Christmas is this week, and whether you are looking to do some last-minute shopping or grab a quick bite to eat, consumers will have plenty of options on Christmas Eve.
Most grocery stores, restaurants, and national retailers will be open on Wednesday, Dec. 24, albeit mostly under adjusted hours. Banks, post offices, shipping services, and the stock market will also be open on Christmas Eve, although those will also mostly operate under adjusted hours.
Here's everything you about what's open and closed on Wednesday, Dec. 24. It's best to check with your local store or restaurant online before leaving home, as hours and closures can vary by location.
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When is Christmas Eve 2025?
Christmas Eve is on Wednesday, Dec. 24, this year.
Is Walmart open on Christmas Eve?
Walmart stores will be open on Dec. 24, however stores close at 6 p.m. local time, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Target open on Christmas Eve?
Target stores will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. local time on Christmas Eve, the company said in a news release.
Are Costco, Sam's Club, and BJ's Wholesale open on Christmas Eve?
Most Costco warehouses will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, according to the company's website. Sam's Club warehouses will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 24 for Plus Members and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members, according to the company's website.
BJ's Wholesale warehouses will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, according to the company's website. Optical departments will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Home Depot, Lowe's, or Ace Hardware open on Christmas Eve?
Home Depot stores will be open and are scheduled to close at 5 p.m. local time, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY. Lowe's stores will also be open and are scheduled to close at 6 p.m. local time, according to the company's website.
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific holiday hours.
Are pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens open on Christmas Eve?
CVS pharmacies will be open on Christmas Eve, although some stores and pharmacies may have reduced hours, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. The company encourages customers to call their local store before visiting or checking hours on CVS.com.
Walgreens locations will be open on Dec. 24, according to the company's website. Pharmacy hours may vary by location, so check with your nearest location for specific hours.
Is the post office open on Christmas Eve? Will mail be delivered?
U.S. Postal Service post offices will be open, and mail will be delivered on Dec. 24, according to the USPS website. Mail will also be picked up from blue collection boxes by the scheduled collection times on the box.
The postal service recommends checking with your local post office for specific hours of operation on Dec. 24.
Are banks open on Christmas Eve?
Most bank branches will be open on Christmas Eve; however, some may have shortened or adjusted hours. It is best to check with your local bank branch for their specific holiday hours.
Are UPS and FedEx open on Christmas Eve?
UPS delivery for all services is available on Dec. 24, according to the company's website, and UPS Store locations will be open until at least 3 p.m. local time. UPS Store hours vary by location, so the company encourages customers to check its store locator to find operating hours and contact information for your nearest UPS Store location.
UPS pickup for Air and International Air services are only available if prearranged by Dec. 18, and UPS Ground service pickup is not available on Christmas Eve. UPS Express Critical is available 365 days a year, according to the company. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit mnx.com.
Most FedEx pickup and delivery services will be available on Christmas Eve, according to the company's website, and FedEx Office locations will have modified hours. Customers should contact their local FedEx Office location for specific holiday hours.
FedEx Custom Critical is also available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.
What retail stores are open on Christmas Eve?
The following retail stores will be open on Dec. 24. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
Target: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Kohl's: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
TJ Maxx: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
HomeGoods: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Marshall's: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
JCPenney: Closing times vary by location
Home Depot: Stores will close at 5 p.m.
Lowe's: Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Ace Hardware; Hours vary by location
REI: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bass Pro Shop: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cabela's: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Burlington: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Belk: Regular stores will open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Outlet stores will open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sephora; Hours vary by location
IKEA: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Staples: Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Office Depot: Stores will close at 5 p.m.
OfficeMax: Stores will close at 5 p.m.
PetSmart: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
PetCo: Stores will close at 7 p.m.
Tractor Supply Co.: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
What grocery stores are open on Christmas Eve?
Here is a list of grocery stores that will be open on Christmas Eve. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
Walmart: Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Costco: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sam's Club: Warehouses will close at 6 p.m.
BJ's Wholesale: Warehouses will close at 6 p.m.
Kroger: Most stores will close between 6-8 p.m.
Food Lion: Stores will close at 7 p.m.
Publix: Stores will close at 7 p.m.
Meijer: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Whole Foods: Stores will close at 7 p.m.
Trader Joe's: Stores will close at 5 p.m.
Aldi: Stores will operate with "limited hours" on Christmas Eve; however, hours vary by location
Lidl: Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Giant Eagle: Stores will close at 5 p.m.
Harris Teeter: Stores will close at 7 p.m.
Wegman's: Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Winn-Dixie: Stores will close at 9 p.m.
What restaurants are open on Christmas Eve?
Here is a list of restaurants that will be open on Christmas Eve. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
Starbucks: Hours vary by location
Dunkin': Hours vary by location
McDonald's: Hours vary by location
Chick-fil-A: Some locations may have limited hours
Chipotle: Restaurants will close at 3 p.m.
Burger King: Hours vary by location
Wendy's: Hours vary by location
Subway: Hours vary by location
Hardee's: Hours vary by location
Carl's Jr.: Hours vary by location
Cracker Barrel; Restaurants will close at 2 p.m.
IHOP: Hours vary by location
Outback Steakhouse: Hours vary by location
Carrabba's Italian Grill: Hours vary by location
Bonefish Grill: Hours vary by location
Texas Roadhouse: Open regular hours
Applebee's: Some locations may have reduced hours
Red Lobster: Hours vary by location
Fogo de Chão: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Whataburger: Open regular hours
Chili's: Restaurants will close at 4 p.m.
First Watch: Open regular hours
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].
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