The following store hours are listed in local time, based on the best available data and using 2017’s store hours. It’s important to note that in 2017, Christmas Eve was a Sunday, so hours may be different in 2018. Hours will be updated as stores announce their official 2018 hours, and are otherwise drawn from their 2017 hours. Please note that many stores open on Christmas Eve have hours varying by location. We have noted where possible opening and closing hours, but have provided links to store locators for you to double-check your local store’s hours.
There are three categories: Stores and retailers for general and specialty stores, in case you need to do last minute or day-of shopping; Grocery stores, convenience stores, and pharmacies for your food and drug needs; and restaurants, many of which are open but with reduced hours or vary hours by location due to franchising.
An important note about pharmacies in retail stores: While listed in both categories, many pharmacies in retail stores have reduced hours, or in the case of CVS pharmacies in Target, are not open on Christmas, despite Target being open. Be sure to call ahead, a few days if possible, to ensure your pharmacy will be open, as locations may also vary.
Stores and Retailers Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
If you find yourself still needing to buy something on Christmas Eve, have no fear: Many retailers are open but with reduced hours. Nearly all retailers are closed on Christmas, but some may briefly open. When shopping during the holiday season, it’s important to plan how you will use your credit cards, stick to a budget, and avoid credit card debt.
| Store | Christmas Eve Hours | Christmas Hours |
| Academy Sports & Outdoors | 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Closed |
| Ace Hardware | Open, some locations may have reduced hours | Closed |
| AC Moore | Open, reduced hours | Closed |
| Aeropostale | Open | Closed |
| American Eagle | Open | Closed |
| Apple | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed, except flagship stores |
| Ashley Furniture | Open | Closed |
| Ashley Stewart | Open | Closed |
| At Home | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| AT&T | Open | Closed |
| Banana Republic | Closed | Closed |
| Barnes & Noble | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Bass Pro Shops | Open | Closed |
| Bath & Body Works | Open | Closed |
| Bed Bath & Beyond | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Belk | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Best Buy | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Big 5 Sporting Goods | Open | Closed |
| Big Lots | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Closed |
| BJ’s Wholesale Club | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Blain’s Farm & Fleet | Closes at 4:30 p.m. | Closed |
| Bloomingdale’s | Open | Closed |
| Boscov’s | Open | Closed |
| Burlington | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. | Closed |
| Cabela’s | Open | Closed |
| Carter’s | Open | Closed |
| Christmas Tree Shops | Open | Closed |
| Costco | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Cost Plus World Market | Open | Closed |
| Crate & Barrel | Open | Closed |
| Dick’s Sporting Goods | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Dillard’s | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Dress Barn | Open | Closed |
| DSW | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Dunham’s Sports | Open | Closed |
| Express | Open | Closed |
| Finish Line | Open | Closed |
| Five Below | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Fry’s Electronics | Open | Closed |
| GameStop | Varies, close at 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Gap | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| GNC | Open | Closed |
| Gordmans | Open | Closed |
| Guitar Center | Open | Closed |
| H&M | Open | Closed |
| Half Price Books | Open | Closed |
| Harbor Freight Tools | Closes at 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Hobby Lobby | Closed | Closed |
| Home Depot | Close at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. | Closed |
| HomeGoods | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Ikea | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| JCPenney | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Jo-Ann Fabrics | Open | Closed |
| Jos A. Bank | Extended hours vary by location | Closed |
| Kmart | Close at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Kohl’s | Close at 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Lowe’s | Varies, close at 8 p.m. | Closed |
| Macy’s | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Marshalls | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Mattress Firm | Open | Closed |
| Menards | Closes at 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Men’s Wearhouse | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Michael’s | 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. | Closed |
| Microcenter | Open | Closed |
| Microsoft | Open | Closed |
| Mills Fleet Farm | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Music & Arts | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Neiman Marcus | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| New Balance | Closed | Closed |
| New York & Company | Open | Closed |
| Nike | Open | Closed |
| Nordstrom | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. but varies | Closed |
| Northern Tool | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Office Depot and OfficeMax | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Old Navy | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Closed |
| Pac Sun | Open | Closed |
| Party City | Open | Closed |
| Patagonia | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
| Payless ShoeSource | Open | Closed |
| Pep Boys | Open | Closed |
| Petco | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| PetSmart | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Pier 1 Imports | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Pottery Barn | Open | Closed |
| RadioShack | Open | Closed |
| REI | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Saks Fifth Avenue | Open | Closed |
| Sam’s Club | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Sears | Close at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Sephora | Open, extended hours vary | Regular hours |
| Shoe Carnival | Open | Closed |
| Shopko | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. | Closed |
| Sierra Trading Post | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Sportsman’s Warehouse | Open | Closed |
| Sprint | Open | Closed |
| Stage Stores | Open | Closed |
| Staples | 9 a.m .to 6 p.m. | 7 a.m. to varying |
| Stein Mart | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Sur La Table | Open | Closed |
| T-Mobile | Open | Closed |
| Target | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. or 11 p.m. | Closed |
| T.J.Maxx | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Tommy Hilfiger | Open | Closed |
| Tractor Supply Co. | Open | Closed |
| True Value | Open | Closed |
| Ulta | 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. | 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Verizon | Open | Closed |
| Victoria’s Secret | Open | Closed |
| Walmart | Close at 6 p.m. | Closed |
Grocery Stores, Convenience Stores, and Pharmacies Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Some grocery stores, such as Fred Meyer/Kroger or Albertsons/Safeway, are both retailers and grocery stores. You may be able to get some Christmas shopping done at these retailers, as well as pick up dinner. In an emergency, or for small items, convenience stores are also mostly open on both Christmas and Christmas Eve.
| Grocery/Pharmacy | Christmas Eve Hours | Christmas Hours |
| 7-Eleven | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| AAFES | 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. | Closed |
| Albertsons/Safeway | Open | Closed |
| Aldi | Open, times vary by location | Closed |
| Bristol Farms/Vons | Open | Closed |
| Circle K | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| Cumberland Farms | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| CVS | Closes at 9 p.m. | 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| Dollar General | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Closed |
| Family Dollar | Open | 2/47, but varies; some open until 5 p.m. |
| Fred Meyer/Kroger | Close at 7 p.m. | Closed |
| H-E-B | 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Closed |
| Meijer | Close at 7 p.m. | Closed |
| Publix | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Closed |
| Ralphs | Open | Closed |
| Rite Aid | Open | Most stores open normal hours |
| Sheetz | 24/7 | 24/6 |
| Speedway | 24/7 | Open normal hours |
| Target | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. or 11 p.m. | Closed |
| Trader Joe’s | Close at 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Walgreens/Duane Reade | Open to midnight | 24/7, or 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in some locations |
| Walmart | Close at 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Wawa | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| Wegmans | Close at 6 p.m. | Closed |
| Whole Foods | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Closed |
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve
A good number of chain restaurants are open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas should you not want to cook. However, many locations are franchises, and owners will set their own schedules. We have included a number of larger chains, but be sure to call your local location to see if it is open or has different hours. Also be sure to see if kids eat free, or if only a holiday menu is offered.
| Restaurant | Christmas Eve Hours | Christmas Hours |
| Benihana | Open | Open |
| Bonefish Grill | Open, times vary | Closed |
| Boston Market | Open | Open, times vary |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Open, times vary | Some locations open, times vary |
| Buca di Beppo | Open, times vary | Open, times vary |
| Carraba’s | Open | Closed |
| Cracker Barrel | Close at 2 p.m. | Closed |
| Denny’s | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| Golden Corral | Open, times vary | Open, times vary |
| IHOP | Open, times vary | Open, times vary |
| Flemings | Open, times vary | Select locations open, times vary |
| Legal Seafood | Open, times vary | Open, times vary |
| Marie Callender’s | Open | Open, times vary |
| McCormick & Schmick’s | Open | 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| McDonald’s | Open | Corporate/non-franchise locations open, times vary |
| Morton’s Steakhouse | Open | Open |
| Old Country Buffet | Open | 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Outback Steakhouse | Open | Closed |
| Panda Express | Open | Open, times vary |
| Perkins | Open, times vary | Mostly open, times vary |
| Romano’s Macaroni Grill | Open | Noon to 8 p.m. |
| Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse | Open | Noon to 8 p.m. |
| Shoney’s | Open | Most locations open |
| Sonic | Open, times vary | Open, times vary |
| Starbucks | Open, times vary | Open, times vary |
| Waffle House | 24/7 | 24/7 |
