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Christmas has arrived. Whether you’re looking for a quick cup of coffee to get you through the day or looking for a last-minute gift for that special someone, consumers won’t have much choice this December 25th.
Most grocery stores, restaurants, and national retailers will be largely closed on Thursday, December 25th. Banks, post offices, delivery services and stock markets will also be closed on Christmas Day.
Here’s everything you need to know about opening hours and closures for Thursday, December 25th. Opening hours and closures may vary by location, so we recommend checking local stores and restaurants online before leaving home.
When is Christmas 2025?
Christmas is Thursday, December 25th.
Is Walmart open on Christmas?
All Walmart stores will be closed on Christmas, a Walmart spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Target open on Christmas?
No, all Target stores will be closed on Christmas Day, the company announced in a news release last month.
Are Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale open on Christmas?
All three wholesale clubs announced on their websites that they would be closed on Christmas Day.
Is Home Depot, Lowe’s, or Ace Hardware open on Christmas?
All Home Depot and Lowe’s stores will close on Dec. 25, the companies confirmed to USA TODAY.
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, but the majority will be closed on Christmas Day, the company said.
Are pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens open on Christmas?
CVS Pharmacy will remain open on Christmas, but some stores and pharmacies may have reduced hours, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. The company recommends customers call their local store before visiting CVS.com or checking business hours.
The Walgreens store is scheduled to open on Dec. 25, according to the company’s website. Pharmacy hours may vary by region, so please check with your local store for detailed hours.
Will the post office be open on Christmas? Will my mail be delivered?
According to the U.S. Postal Service website, post offices will be closed and no mail will be delivered on Christmas Day. Post offices will resume retail trading on December 26th and mail will be delivered on the same day.
Are banks open on Christmas?
Branches of banks including Bank of America, Trust, PNC, Capital One, Wells Fargo, Citibank and JPMorgan Chase will close on Thursday, December 25th. Banks will reopen with regular business hours on Friday, December 26th.
Are UPS and FedEx open on Christmas?
UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on Christmas, and UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company’s website. Please check with your local store for specific business hours.
The company says UPS Express Critical is available 24/7. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit mnx.com.
FedEx pickup and delivery services will also be unavailable and FedEx office locations will close on December 25th. FedEx Custom Critical is also available 24/7. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.
Which retailers are open and closed on Christmas?
The following retail stores will be available. closed December 25th.
- walmart
- target
- best buy
- kohls
- TJ Maxx
- Marshall’s
- home goods
- JC Penney
- nordstrom
- home depot
- lowe’s
- ace hardware
- spirit
- bass pro shop
- Cabela’s
- Burlington
- berg
- victoria’s secret
- american eagle
- ikea
- Barnes & Noble
- pet smart
- petco
- tractor supply company
Which grocery stores are open and which are closed on Christmas?
The following grocery stores are available. closed December 25th.
- walmart
- hook
- trader joe’s
- aldi
- costco
- Sam’s Club
- bj wholesale
- food lion
- target
- Publix
- meyer
- whole foods
- harris teeter
- wegmans
- winn dixie
- Mr. Harvey’s
- riddle
- giant eagle
Which restaurants are open and which are closed on Christmas?
Business hours for the following restaurants vary by location, so some locations may be open while others may be closed. We recommend checking with local restaurants before visiting.
- mcdonalds
- starbucks
- dunkin
- wendy’s
- burger king
- subway
- Hardy’s
- Carl’s Jr.
- apple bees
- red lobster
- ihop
- Waffle House; All stores open on December 25th
- Fogo de Chão: All stores will be open from 11am to 9pm on December 25th.
The following restaurants are closed For Christmas.
- Chick-fil-A
- chipotle pepper
- hippopotamus
- shake shack
- taco bell
- cracker barrel
- whataburger
- grow a cane
- fire department submarine
- panera bread
- Noodles and Company
- krispy kreme
- texas roadhouse
- Outback Steakhouse
- Carraba’s Italian Grill
- bonefish grill
- Chile’s
- First viewing
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
