Need a last-minute item? These US stores will be open on Christmas

SEATTLE - As we enter the final push for holiday preparations, it may become valuable to know which stores you can still hit for some last minute shopping. 

Stores open on Christmas Day 2024

• Albertsons: Some Albertsons stores are open on Christmas Day, but most will close early and have modified hours. As many locations are closed that day, it’s best to call ahead. Pharmacies will also have modified hours.
• 7-Eleven: While exact hours of operation may differ from location to location, most 7-Eleven stores are usually open 24/7 — including Christmas!
• CVS: Many CVS Pharmacy locations will be open on Christmas, but some may be closed or have reduced hours. It’s a good idea to call ahead.
• Cumberland Farms: Stores are open on Christmas Day, but may be operating on reduced hours.
• Giant: Many Giant locations are open on Christmas Day. However, select stores and pharmacies will be closed.
• Rite Aid: Most Rite Aid stores are open 24/7, including Christmas.
• Safeway: Some Safeway stores will be open on Christmas with reduced hours, however many will be closed. In addition, select pharmacies will be closed or have adjusted hours during those days. It’s a good idea to save yourself a wasted trip by calling ahead.
• Starbucks: Many Starbucks locations are open on Christmas, but store hours vary by location, and stores may occasionally adjust their hours. A safe bet is to confirm hours ahead of time by using the Starbucks app.
• Walgreens: Most Walgreens stores will be open with adjusted operating hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The 24-hour Walgreens locations and 24-hour pharmacies will remain open.

Christmas Eve store hours for major stores

• Academy Sports + Outdoors - Many Academy Sports + Outdoors stores will operate at usual hours on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Barnes & Noble - Most Barnes & Noble stores will have limited hours on Christmas Eve (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Many locations will operate on extended hours in the days leading up to Christmas. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Best Buy - Official Christmas Eve hours haven’t been posted, but many Best Buy locations were open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the past. In addition, many stores will open for extended holiday hours in the days leading up to Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Big Lots - Most Big Lots locations will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• BJ’s Wholesale - Many BJ’s Wholesale Club stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Costco - Costco is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Dick’s Sporting Goods - Dick’s Sporting Goods is open on Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Dollar General - Participating Dollar General locations will close at 10 p.m. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Food Lion - Food Lion typically closes at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Hobby Lobby - Hobby Lobby is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• JCPenney - JCPenney stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Kohl’s - Kohl’s locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Macy’s - Macy’s is open on Christmas Eve, but will be closing early (at 6 p.m.) at many locations. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Michaels - Michaels will be open on Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Office Depot and OfficeMax - Office Depot and OfficeMax will be open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• PetSmart - PetSmart is expected to operate regular hours on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Sam’s Club - Sam’s Club will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. In addition, the store is extending its hours on Sunday until 8 p.m. through Dec. 23. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Sprouts - Sprouts will be open between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Staples - Staples is expected to operate under normal opening hours (which vary by location) on Christmas Eve, though some stores may close early. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Target - Most Target stores are open from 7 a.m. to midnight through Dec. 23 and from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. local time on Dec. 24. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day but will reopen at their regular times on Dec. 26.
• Walmart - Walmart is open on Christmas Eve, but expect most locations to close at 6 p.m. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
• Whole Foods - Most stores are open on Christmas Eve, though many will operate on modified hours. Check your local Whole Foods for details. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.

Now that you know where you may go, there are also some common holiday shopping and saving tips. The following are detailed by popular site RetailMeNot:

• In-store pickup is your friend: On Christmas Eve, consider placing your order online early in the day and picking it up at the store to save yourself the time you’d otherwise spend roaming the aisles. Plenty of stores offer free same-day pickup.
• Consider same-day delivery: If you’re strapped for time, some retailers offer same-day delivery. Slots will likely fill up fast on Christmas Eve, so order early. Keep in mind that same-day delivery usually incurs a fee (but that fee could be well worth it if you’re busy).
• Buy digital or subscription gifts: There’s no need to run out to a store to get a physical gift when there are so many great digital gift options. Consider e-gift cards that go straight to your recipient’s inbox (they’re harder to lose, too); a subscription to learning platforms like MasterClass or Rosetta Stone; or a subscription to a streaming service like Hulu.
• Gift a subscription box: You can sign your recipient up for monthly shipments of treats, beauty products and other items, and they’ll get their first shipment after the holidays. They’ll never know you ordered the subscription on the way to the party.

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