Christmas Eve 2025: Discover Open Stores, Fast Food, and Major Chains

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Christmas Eve 2025: Discover Open Stores, Fast Food, and Major Chains

As Christmas Eve approaches in 2025, many Americans are gearing up for last-minute shopping and meal preparation. Understanding which stores and restaurants will be open on this festive day is crucial for effective planning.

Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Eve

Aldi: Most locations open until 4 p.m.
Food Lion: Open until 7 p.m.; pharmacies from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Stop & Shop: Open until 6 p.m.
Trader Joe’s: Closes at 5 p.m.
Wegmans: Closes at 6 p.m.
Whole Foods: Closes at 7 p.m.

Open Drugstores on Christmas Eve

CVS Pharmacy: Open, with many locations offering reduced hours.
Walgreens: Open; pharmacy hours vary.

Restaurants and Fast-Food Chains Open on Christmas Eve

Applebee’s: Select locations open.
Chick-fil-A: Open in some areas.
Burger King: Typically open.
Domino’s: Check local hours.
Dunkin’: Many locations open.
IHOP: Open on Christmas Eve.
McDonald’s: Generally open.
Taco Bell: Open on Christmas Eve.
Starbucks: Most locations will be open.

Mail Services Available on Christmas Eve

Local U.S. post offices will remain open, and mail will be delivered, excluding Priority Mail Express. UPS will also deliver packages, but check their holiday schedule for pickup details.

Retail Stores Open for Last-Minute Shopping

Best Buy: Open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Costco: Open all day.
Dollar General: Most locations until 10 p.m.
Home Depot: Closes at 5 p.m.
HomeGoods, Marshalls, Sierra, T.J. Maxx: Open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
IKEA: Early closing; check local hours.
JCPenney: Open at 9 a.m.; closing times vary.
Kohl’s: Open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Macy’s: Open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Michaels: Open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Petco: Varying hours; generally 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Target: Open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Walmart: Open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Stock Market Hours on Christmas Eve

The stock market will be open but will close early at 1 p.m. EDT, providing a limited window for trading.

Planning ahead for Christmas Eve 2025 can ensure a smooth and enjoyable holiday for everyone. Check local hours to make the most of your festive preparations.