Supermarket hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2025: Walmart, Costco, Target...

Christmas is just days away, and if you are still rushing to buy presents or food for your holiday feast, you still have a chance to do some last-minute shopping. However, you may want to rush because many retailers and grocery stores have shortened business hours during this hectic time.

Many stores close earlier on Christmas Eve, while a number of them are not open for business on Christmas Day.

Store business hours on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 24

On Tuesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve, a number of stores will reduce their business hours, with some closing as early as 4 p.m.

• Alberstons: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Aldi: 9 a.m. 4 p.m.
• Best Buy: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Costco: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Kroger: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Lidl: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sam’s Club: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Target: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Trader Joe’s: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Walmart: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Wegmans: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Whole Foods Market: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Store business hours on Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec. 25

Christmas is a federal holiday, which means many establishments will be closed.

It’s the only day of the year when all Walmart’s locations throughout the country will be closed. Most retail giants like Target and Costco will also shut down on this day.

However, there are a few stores that will be open for business on Christmas Day.

Grocery stores, convenience stores and gas stations open on Christmas Day

• ACME – some locations open with reduced hours
• Albertsons – select locations open; hours vary by store
• Giant – most locations open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Safeway – some locations open; check local hours
• Vons – open locations will operate with reduced hours
• 7-Eleven – most locations open 24/7; some may have reduced hours
• Circle K – generally open 24/7
• Cumberland Farms – most locations open; hours vary, some offering free hot coffee and cocoa
• Wawa – open 24/7 on Christmas Day
• Weigel’s – open 24/7 on Christmas Day

Before going shopping, remember that business hours may vary from location to location, so it’s always best to check with your local store before you head out.

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