NEW YORK — With Christmas just around the corner, you might want to look twice at the list of which stores are open (and closed).
From retail to grocery chains, many businesses in the US close early on Christmas Eve and close their doors completely on Christmas Day – while others choose to limit operating hours. But there are also a handful of businesses that remain open during the holiday.
Before you head out this Christmas (whether to buy last-minute gifts or just get out of the house for a bit) it's a good idea to double-check opening hours, which may vary by location. If in doubt, call ahead or search online for more specific schedules for places near you.
Here's a look at how major chains are operating this Christmas Day.
Walmart will be closed on Christmas Day and will reopen at 6am on December 26.
Most Target stores will be closed for Christmas and will reopen at 7 a.m. on December 26. You can view the opening hours here.
All Costco warehouses in the US will be closed on Christmas Day.
Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate normal hours during Christmas, but some non-24 locations may be closed or have reduced hours. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or check local hours online.
Most Walgreens stores will have adjusted opening hours on Christmas Day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All 24-hour locations remain open. You can check local opening hours here.
Many Starbucks locations are open at Christmas, but hours may vary. The company notes that “stores may occasionally adjust their hours during the holiday season based on business and customer needs.” It's best to check online beforehand.
Most McDonald's locations in the US are open on holidays such as Christmas, but hours vary by location. Consumers can use the chain's online store locator for confirmation.
Most Kroger stores will be closed on Christmas Day, although this may vary depending on store layout and location.
Many Albertsons stores will be closed at Christmas, but there will also be locations that will remain open with adjusted opening hours. Certain pharmacies may also be closed or have different opening hours.
Here are some other supermarkets, convenience stores and shops 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: Shops are closed.
9. Publix: Stores are closed.
10. Rite assistance: 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.
Here are some other stores that are open on Christmas Day (or have select locations):
1. Safeway: Many stores are closed, but there will also be open locations with adjusted opening hours.
2. Sheetz: Shops are open according to regular opening hours (24/7).
3. 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24/7 (including Christmas), but hours of some locations may vary.