Many grocery stores across Central Texas will adjust their hours during the Christmas holiday, with a number of them operating on reduced schedules on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. For those requiring emergency grocery items, several options remain available.
While most grocery chains will close their doors on Christmas Day, a list of stores along with their operating hours for Christmas Eve has been compiled to aid shoppers in their last-minute preparations.
Here’s a quick overview of some of the grocery stores and their hours of operation:
– Aldi: Open on Christmas Eve (hours not specified); closed on Christmas Day.
– Costco: Open on Christmas Eve (hours not specified); closed on Christmas Day.
– CVS: Open on Christmas Eve (hours not specified); closed on Christmas Day.
– Dollar General: Open on Christmas Eve until 10 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
– H-E-B: Open on Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
– Kroger: Most stores close at 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
– Sam’s Club: Open on Christmas Eve until 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
– Sprouts Farmers Market: Open on Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
– Starbucks: Open on Christmas Eve (hours not specified); closed on Christmas Day.
– Target: Christmas Eve hours vary by location; closed on Christmas Day.
– Trader Joe’s: Open on Christmas Eve from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
– Walgreens: Open on Christmas Eve (hours not specified); closed on Christmas Day.
– Walmart: Open on Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
– Whole Foods: Most stores open on Christmas Eve; hours may vary.
For those in urgent need on Christmas Day, many gas stations and convenience stores will remain open, providing additional options.
As the holiday season draws near, it’s essential for shoppers to plan ahead and take advantage of the modified grocery store hours to ensure they have all they need for their festive celebrations.