Christmas is here. Many people are planning their festive season. Some want to grab a coffee, some want to buy a new outfit for Christmas dinner, some want to pick up last minute ingredients for favorite dishes. However, the news is disappointing for consumers as many shops and services will be closed on Christmas Day.
December 25, 2024: What will be on and what will be off?
Christmas is being celebrated on Wednesday, December 25 this year. Most grocery stores, restaurants, and national retailers will be closed on this day. Banks, post offices, shipping services, and stock markets will also be closed on Christmas Day.
Grocery Stores: Which are open and which are not?
The following grocery stores will be closed on Christmas Day:
- Kroger
- Food Lion
- Publix
- Whole Foods
- Trader Joe’s
- Aldi
- Major
- Wegmans
- Winn-Dixie
However, some local shops are likely to be open. So it is better to check the schedule of the nearest store before going out for shopping.
Retail Stores: Which Closed?
The following retail stores will be closed on December 25:
- Walmart
- Target
- Costco
- Sam’s Club
- Kohl’s
- T.J. Max
- Ikea
- PetSmart
Restaurants: Which are open and which are closed?
Some restaurants’ hours vary by location. Check out the following restaurants to visit:
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Dunkin’
- Wendy’s
- Taco Bell
- Burger King
The following restaurants will be open for limited hours on Christmas Day:
- iHop
- Hooters: 4 pm to midnight
- Red Lobster: 11 am to 9 pm
- Fogo di Chao: 11 am to 9 pm
The following restaurants will be closed:
- Chick-fil-A
- Chipotle
- Cracker Barrel
- Outback Steakhouse
- Texas Roadhouse
Pharmacy: Which is open and which is closed?
- CVS Pharmacy: Will be open, but some branches may have limited hours.
- Walgreens: Branches serving 24 hours and select pharmacies will remain open.
- Rite Aid: Will remain closed.
Post Office and Shipping Services:
- U.S. Postal Service: Closed, no mail will be delivered.
- UPS and FedEx: Services will be down, but their “Express Critical” service will continue.
Banks and Financial Services:
- All branches of banks like Capital One, Bank of America, Citibank will be closed on Christmas Day.
Make proper planning for shopping and celebrating on Christmas day. It’s a good idea to check the timetables of your local services and shops before heading out.