What’s Open and Closed on Christmas Day 2025
Christmas Day in the U.S. sees the majority of major stores and supermarkets closed, but a few places remain open or operate with modified hours depending on location.
Many well-known retailers such as Aldi, Best Buy, Costco, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Dollar General, Food Lion, GAP, Home Depot, IKEA, Kohl’s, Kroger, Lowe’s, Macy’s, Marshall’s, Michaels, Nordstrom, Old Navy, PetCo, PetSmart, Publix, Sam’s Club, Sprouts Farmers Market, Target, TJ Maxx, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, Wegmans, and Whole Foods will remain closed on Christmas Day.
Stores Likely to Be Open (with Varying Hours)
Some chains and shops will still serve customers, but hours often depend on the specific store location, especially for pharmacies, convenience stores, and quick-service restaurants:
Open (or with variable/modified hours):
Albertsons: Select locations will be open with adjusted hours.
7-Eleven: Most locations operate 24/7, including Christmas Day.
Circle K: Hours vary by store.
CVS: Many locations remain open with modified hours; pharmacies may have limited times.
Duane Reade: Store hours vary by location.
Dunkin’: Some shops open, hours vary.
McDonald’s: Many restaurants are open on Christmas Day, but hours differ by location.
Safeway: Certain stores open with limited hours.
Sheetz: Convenience stores generally open; hours vary.
Starbucks: Some locations open with limited hours.
Walgreens: Many stores operate, though pharmacy hours vary.
Because hours differ widely — especially for pharmacies and eateries — it’s a good idea to call ahead or check online for specific store holiday hours before visiting.
Beyond Retail: Other Closures on Christmas Day
In addition to stores, several essential services and institutions typically close or limit operations on December 25:
Banks and Post Offices: Most — including major banks — are closed on Christmas Day, and the U.S. Postal Service does not deliver mail on Dec. 25.
Shipping and Parcel Services: Major carriers such as FedEx and UPS generally have limited or no operations on Christmas Day, although emergency express services may still run.
Stock Market: The New York Stock Exchange and U.S. markets remain closed for the holiday.
Tips for Last-Minute Shoppers
Because so many retailers are closed on Christmas Day itself, most last-minute shopping options happen on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) — when many stores remain open but often with shortened hours.
For essentials, convenience stores like 7-Eleven and Sheetz and certain drugstores with 24/7 operations offer some of the best chances of finding items on December 25. Calling ahead can save a wasted trip, especially since pharmacy service times may be limited or entirely unavailable.
Summary
In short, most large retailers, grocery stores, pharmacies, and services will be closed on Christmas Day 2025, while a handful of convenience and quick-service outlets remain open with variable hours. Always check ahead with your local store for the most accurate holiday schedule before heading out.
