What Stores Are Open on Christmas Day 2024? Holiday Shopping Guide

While most grocery and big box stores will remain closed on Christmas Day, some locations are open for last-minute shopping needs, whether you forgot a key ingredient for your holiday meal or need a quick stocking stuffer.

What Is Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?

Many major retailers and grocery stores close early on Christmas Eve and remain closed all day on Christmas Day. Here are some details:

King Soopers

King Soopers stores and fuel centers will close at 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day. The pharmacies will close earlier, at 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

Safeway

Most Safeway stores will operate with reduced hours on Christmas Eve. Some locations will close on Christmas Day, while others may have limited hours. Check your local store for specific timings.

Walmart and Target

Both Walmart and Target will close on Christmas Day. Walmart locations will operate until 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, and Target will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

Stores Open on Christmas Day

Although options are limited, the following stores and restaurants will have varying hours on Christmas Day. Be sure to confirm hours at your nearest location.

• 7-Eleven: Most locations are open 24/7, including on Christmas Day, but hours may vary.
• CVS: Stores will generally maintain normal hours, though some locations may adjust.
• Carl’s Jr./Hardee’s: Hours differ by location.
• Dunkin’: Some locations will be open; check with your local store.
• Fogo de Chão: Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• Hooters: Open Christmas Eve from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Christmas Day from 4 p.m. to midnight. KC locations will open at 11 a.m. for the Chiefs game.
• IHOP: Most locations will be open; hours vary.
• Denny’s: Open 24/7, including Christmas.
• Red Lobster: Open for dine-in and to-go orders on Christmas Eve (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and Christmas Day (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.).
• Rite Aid: 24-hour stores will close at 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day.
• Starbucks: Many locations will operate on Christmas Day, though hours vary.
• Walgreens: Most stores will operate with adjusted hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All 24-hour locations will remain open.

Specific Retailer Closures

• Costco: All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Aldi: Closed on Christmas Day; open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
• Kroger and Affiliates: Kroger stores and fuel centers will close at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day. This includes brands like King Soopers, Ralphs, and Fred Meyer.
• Food Lion: Open until 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day.

Plan Ahead for Christmas Shopping

To avoid last-minute stress, plan your holiday shopping and confirm store hours at your nearest locations. Many stores provide updates online to help you stay informed.