Those who are looking for last-minute gifts or who discover that they are missing a gift Christmas diner ingredient may be in luck if they are located near one of the few stores and chains open today. Most stores, restaurants and supermarket chains are closed on Christmas Day in the US
Is anything open on Christmas Day?
Unlike Thanksgiving, most stores, restaurants and supermarket chains close their doors on Christmas Day to give their employees the day off. Still, there are some options for people who need basic necessities, including the convenience store chain Sheetz which will keep their doors open on December 25th.
Which superstores and department stores are open on Christmas Day?
You’re probably out of luck if you want to shop at a superstore or department store on Christmas Day. The following stores will be closed on December 25:
- Costco
- Kohl’s
- Sam’s Clubs
- Goal
- Walmart
Which supermarkets are open on Christmas Day?
On December 25, you’re likely to have a better chance of finding an open grocery store, although many stores will be closed or open fewer hours during the holiday.
Open at Christmas:
- Acme Markets, but with limited hours. View the opening hours of your local store here.
- Albertsons, although only a limited number and they will have shorter hours. Check out your local store here.
- Giant Food: Select stores are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., although all pharmacies are closed except store 117 (Catonsville, Maryland); 132 (Bethesda, Maryland) and 159 (Pikesville, Maryland).
- Safeway, but only a few locations. On this page you can view the opening hours of your location.
- Vons, but once again only some stores will be open at Christmas. Locations and hours can be found here.
Closed at Christmas:
- Aldi
- Food Lion
- Kroger
- Publix
- Stop and shop
- Trader Joe’s
- Whole foods
Are there pharmacies open on Christmas Day?
There may be a few open, but it’s best to check before heading out.
Open:
- Three Giant Food pharmacy locations will have limited hours on Christmas Day. They are Stores 117 (Catonsville, Maryland); 132 (Bethesda, Maryland) and 159 (Pikesville, Maryland), although all others are closed on December 25
- CVS Pharmacy locations will be open through Christmas, although some stores may have shorter hours, a spokesperson told CBS MoneyWatch. The company recommends that customers check local hours at cvs.com.
Closed:
Is McDonald’s open on Christmas Day?
Many McDonald’s locations are open on Christmas Day, but hours may vary. You can view local opening hours here.
Are Dunkin’ and Starbucks open on Christmas Day?
Many Dunkin’ locations are open on Christmas Day, although the company recommends checking the mobile app to make sure a location is open before heading out.
Starbucks says many of its locations are also open at Christmas, but also recommends checking in advance as stores may change their hours. You can find local store hours using the Starbucks® app or the company’s store locator website.
Are other restaurants and fast food chains open on Christmas Day?
Yes, some fast food chains and restaurants will be open at Christmas, but many will be closed. It’s always best to pre-check before heading out.
Open on Christmas Day:
- IHOP restaurants are open during the holidays, but hours may vary. Customers should therefore contact their local IHOP.
- Sheetz locations are open and serving made-to-order food.
Closed on Christmas Day:
- Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
- Chick-fil-A
- Chilis
- Chipotle
- Eddie Vs
- Longhorn Steakhouse
- Olive garden
- Outback Steakhouse
- Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
- Seasons 52
- The Capital Grid
- Yard house
