What’s open and closed on Christmas Eve 2024? Details on stores, restaurants, banks, more

Christmas Eve 2024

On Christmas Eve 2024, many businesses adjust their operating hours to accommodate holiday schedules. Here’s a comprehensive guide to what’s open and closed across various sectors:

Retail Stores:

• Walmart: Open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
• Target: Open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
• Costco: Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
• Best Buy: Open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
• Kohl’s: Open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
• Macy’s: Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
• Dollar General: Open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.

Grocery Stores:

• Aldi: Limited hours on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
• Trader Joe’s: Open until 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
• Whole Foods: Open until 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
• Food Lion: Closes at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
• Stop & Shop: Closes at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.

Restaurants:

• McDonald’s, IHOP, Waffle House, and select Starbucks locations: Open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; hours may vary by location.
• Burger King, Wendy’s, Domino’s, Pizza Hut, Dunkin’, Chipotle, and Taco Bell: Hours vary by location; many open on Christmas Eve with adjusted hours, but closed on Christmas Day.
• Applebee’s and Hooters: Selected locations open on both days; check with local branches for specific hours.

Banks and Financial Institutions:

• Major Banks (e.g., Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank): Open on Christmas Eve, with some branches closing early (e.g., PNC and Truist at 2 p.m.); closed on Christmas Day.

Postal and Delivery Services:

• U.S. Postal Service: Post offices open regular hours on Christmas Eve; mail delivery as usual. Closed on Christmas Day.
• UPS and FedEx: Limited services on Christmas Eve; no pickup or delivery services on Christmas Day, except for UPS Express Critical and FedEx Custom Critical services.

Shopping Centers:

• Grand Central, Clifford Gardens, and other shopping centers: Open on Christmas Eve with adjusted hours; closed on Christmas Day.

Pharmacies:

• CVS and Walgreens: Many locations open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; hours may vary.

Please note that operating hours can vary by location, and some independently owned franchises may set their own schedules. It’s advisable to check with specific businesses or local branches for the most accurate and up-to-date information.