Christmas 2024 store hours/ open grocery stores/ restaurants open on Christmas/ holiday fast-food options/ CVS Christmas hours/ Newslooks/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Most stores, restaurants, and grocery chains remain closed on Christmas Day to give employees time off. However, some options, such as Sheetz, select grocery stores, pharmacies, and fast-food chains like McDonald’s, are open with limited hours. Always check local hours before heading out.
What’s Open on Christmas Day 2024: Quick Looks
- Major Retailers: Superstores like Walmart, Target, and Costco are closed.
- Grocery Stores: Limited hours for Albertsons, Safeway, Giant Food, and Vons; others are closed.
- Pharmacies: CVS is open; Rite Aid is closed.
- Fast-Food Options: McDonald’s, Dunkin’, and Starbucks have some locations open.
- Restaurants: IHOP and Sheetz are open, but many others are closed.
Christmas Day 2024: Stores, Restaurants, and Chains Open Today
Deep Look
Christmas Day is traditionally a time when most businesses close their doors to allow employees to enjoy the holiday with their families. However, a few retailers, grocery stores, and restaurants keep limited hours for last-minute needs. Here’s what you can expect for December 25, 2024.
Retailers and Superstores
If you’re planning to shop at a superstore or department store, you’re likely out of luck. Major chains including Costco, Target, Walmart, and Sam’s Club remain closed. Kohl’s will also shutter its stores for the holiday.
Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Day
While most grocery chains are closed, a handful of stores are open with limited hours:
- Acme Markets: Select locations open; check local hours.
- Albertsons: A few stores will operate on shorter schedules; hours vary by location.
- Giant Food: Open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at specific locations in Maryland (Catonsville, Bethesda, Pikesville); all other pharmacies closed.
- Safeway: Some locations open; confirm hours online.
- Vons: Limited locations open; check availability online.
Closed Grocery Stores: Aldi, Kroger, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Food Lion, Publix, Stop & Shop.
Pharmacies and Drugstores
For pharmacy needs, options are limited but available:
- CVS Pharmacy: Most locations open with possible reduced hours; check cvs.com for details.
- Giant Food Pharmacies: Only three Maryland locations open with limited hours; others closed.
- Rite Aid: Closed on Christmas Day.
Fast-Food Chains
Some fast-food chains and coffee shops are open, offering convenient options for those on the go:
- McDonald’s: Many locations open; confirm hours locally.
- Dunkin’ Donuts: Open at many locations; check via the Dunkin’ app.
- Starbucks: Most locations open; hours may vary, so use the Starbucks app or website to confirm.
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day
- IHOP: Open during the holidays, though hours vary by location.
- Sheetz: Open 24/7 with made-to-order food available.
Closed Restaurants: Chick-fil-A, Chili’s, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, The Capital Grille, Longhorn Steakhouse, Ruth’s Chris, Yard House, and more.
Tips for Planning
Before heading out, double-check local store or restaurant hours via online tools or apps, as availability may differ by location. With limited options open, plan ahead to avoid unnecessary trips.
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