14 Stores That Are Open on Christmas Day (Plus 9 That Are Closed)

The holidays can be stressful; no matter how prepared you think you are, something always slips through the cracks. Luckily, some stores will be open on Christmas Day 2024 to help you handle those last-minute emergencies. 

(And if you need to grab a bite to eat, here are restaurants open on Christmas.)

Note: Hours may vary by location, be sure to call ahead to confirm.

Select Albertsons locations will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, usually from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. But make sure to check your local store for exact hours.

Traditionally, Vons stores have stayed open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with reduced hours. Check with your local store to confirm holiday schedules this year.

If you’re in a pinch on Christmas Day, Giant Food has been known to keep some locations open, typically from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s a dependable spot for last-minute holiday essentials.

Safeway has a track record of opening select locations on Christmas Day, though hours can vary.

Walgreens will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve, and most locations will stay open on Christmas Day, though some pharmacies may close early.  

CVS will be open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, though hours may vary by location. Some pharmacies may have reduced hours, so it’s best to check ahead. 

Rite Aid will be open on both days but be sure to check with your local store as store and pharmacy hours may vary by location.  

Your go-to convenience store will be there to save your holiday dinner or last-minute cravings as the 24/7 format means 7-Eleven will continue working normal hours for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Another convenience store open 24/7, Circle K is also staying open through Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for all your last-minute snack runs and emergency supplies.

Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 7 a.m. to midnight. Locations in the Northeast and Florida will also be giving away free hot coffee and cocoa. 

Stop by for freshly made hoagies, coffee, and all your snack and fuel needs — because Wawa never takes a holiday, not even Christmas Day. 

QuickCheck will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, typically from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Sheetz will be open 24/7 on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, ready to serve made-to-order food, snacks, drinks 

Speedway is making sure you’re never out of gas or snacks, so they’ll be open regular hours on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

• Walmart: Open Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Target: Open Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Costco: Open Christmas Eve from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Aldi: Open Christmas Eve with limited hours; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Publix: Open Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Trader Joe’s: Open Christmas Eve until 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Whole Foods: Open Christmas Eve with reduced hours (varies by location); closed on Christmas Day. 
• Home Depot: Open Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day. 
• Lowe’s: Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.