38 Stores Open on Christmas Eve 2022
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022
Last-minute shoppers, take note of these stores open on Christmas Eve
Planning for Christmas can be really stressful. Once you make your list and check it twice, you might find that you still need some last-minute Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers, ingredients for your famous mashed potatoes or even just some cold medicine for a runny nose. But have no fear, because there are plenty of stores open on Christmas Eve for whatever you may need. Make sure to always call your local store to confirm since hours may vary by location. And also note that this list differs slightly from the stores open on Christmas Day.
Grocery stores open on Christmas Eve
ALDI:Â Stores will be open, but hours will be limited and vary by location.
BJ’s Wholesale:Â Most stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Costco: Stores will be open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Giant:Â The pharmacy will be open until 6 p.m. and the store will close at 7 p.m.
The Fresh Market:Â Stores will open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m.
Harris Teeter:Â Stores will open at their regular time and close at 7 p.m.
Lidl: Stores will be open until 7 p.m.
Publix:Â Stores will open all day and close at 7 p.m.
Safeway: Most stores will be open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Sam’s Club:Â Stores will open at their regular time but will close at 6 p.m.
Stop & Shop: Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Trader Joe’s:Â Stores will close at 6 p.m.
Wegmans:Â All stores will close by 6 p.m.
Whole Foods:Â Hours will vary by location.
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Pharmacies open on Christmas Eve
CVS: Stores will be open normal hours, but the pharmacy hours may vary depending on your location.
Walgreens: Most stores will operate on their regular 24/7 hours.
Rite Aid: Stores will be open on Christmas Eve, but may have reduced hours depending on the location.
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Restaurants open on Christmas Eve
Applebee’s: Most locations will be open but have reduced hours on Christmas Eve.
Benihana: Have some hibachi this year for Christmas Eve dinner. Hours will vary depending on location.
Boston Market: Open for dining on Christmas Eve, Boston Market will also be doing their annual heat-and-serve take-home dinners.
Buca di Beppo: Head over for some pasta starting as early as 11 a.m.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Most locations will be open, but make sure to call your local one ahead of time just to be sure.
Chili’s: Locations will close at 6 p.m.
Denny’s: All locations will be open, but hours may vary depending on location.
Dunkin’: Hours vary by location.
IHOP: Locations will be open but hours may vary.
Panda Express: Restaurants will be open regular hours.
Starbucks: All locations will be open, but hours may vary depending on location.
Shopping stores open on Christmas Eve
Apple:Â In previous years, Apple stores have remained open on Christmas Eve until 6 p.m.
Bed Bath & Beyond: Stores will be open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Home Depot: Stores will be open from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m.
IKEA: Stores will be open from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Kmart: Many Kmart stores will operate on a regular schedule this Christmas Eve.
Macy’s: According to their previous history, Macy’s opens early on Christmas Eve and closes around 6 p.m.
Old Navy: Store hours vary depending on your location, but most will be open Christmas Eve even if they are on reduced hours.
Sears: Stores are open between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Target: Depending on the location, Target stores will be open and close at 8 p.m.
Walmart: Walmart locations will be open, but many will close early on Christmas Eve and remain closed through Christmas Day.
Now that you know which stores are open on Christmas Eve, check out these gift ideas for everyone you know. Then, read up on the best day-after-Christmas sales to shop.
Originally Published: December 20, 2021
