What stores are open and closed on Christmas Day in 2023? Operating Hours and Areas in U.S.

As Christmas is very near, it is important to double-check which stores are open and closed during the holiday season.

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From retail stores to grocery chains, many companies in the United States close early on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day. However, some businesses choose to reduce their hours of operation, and a few even stay open on the holiday.

To avoid any inconvenience, it is recommended that you verify the operating hours of the stores you plan to visit. Hours may vary depending on the location, so it is useful to call ahead or look up specific schedules online, especially for stores in your neighborhood. 

This is how major chains are operating on Christmas Day:

- Walmart: Closed on Christmas and will reopen at 6 a.m. on December 26th.
- Target: Most stores will be closed on Christmas and will reopen at 7 a.m. on December 26th. You can check specific location hours online.
- Costco: All Costco warehouses in the U.S. are closed on Christmas Day.
- CVS: Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate with normal hours on Christmas, but some non-24 locations may be closed or have reduced hours. It is advisable to call ahead or check local hours online. 

Walgreens -
Walgreens stores will generally have adjusted hours from 9am to 5pm on Christmas Day. All 24-hour locations will continue to operate. Please verify the local hours of your nearest Walgreens store.

Starbucks -
Many Starbucks stores will likely be open on Christmas, but the operating hours may differ as the company adjusts based on business and customer needs during the holiday season. It is recommended to check the store's hours online before visiting.

McDonald's -
Most McDonald's locations in the U.S. do stay open on holidays such as Christmas; however, the hours can vary depending on the specific location. You can confirm the opening hours of a particular McDonald's store using their online store locator.

Kroger -
Most Kroger stores are closed on Christmas Day, although there may be some variations depending on the store division and location. 

Albertsons -
Albertsons stores may have adjusted hours on Christmas Day, with some locations being closed. Additionally, select pharmacies within Albertsons may also be closed or have different hours. 

Closed on Christmas Day!

Other grocery, convenience, and retail stores that are closed on Christmas Day include ALDI, Harris Teeter, Home Depot, IKEA, Jewel-Osco, Lowe's, Macy's, Meijer, Publix, Rite Aid, Sam's Club, Sprouts Farmer's Market, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods. 

Which stores are open on Christmas Day? These stores may be open on Christmas or have certain locations that remain open:

1. Safeway: While many stores are closed, there are open locations with modified hours.

2. Sheetz: Stores maintain their regular hours, operating 24/7.

3. 7-Eleven: Most stores are open around the clock, including on Christmas, but certain locations may have different hours. 

According to The Associated Press.