As the festive season approaches, it’s important to be aware of holiday schedules for stores and services. Many businesses will alter their hours or close entirely on Christmas Day, with some also operating at reduced capacity on Christmas Eve.
Shoppers planning to visit stores, banks, or post offices during this time are advised to check local hours online beforehand to avoid inconvenience. Here’s a roundup of holiday schedules for major retailers and services for Christmas 2024.
Many banks, including Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and PNC, will be open on Christmas Eve but will close on Christmas Day. Truist branches will close early at 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve, while Citibank will not operate at all on that day. Although brick-and-mortar banks will be closed, online banking services will remain accessible.
Walmart will close at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and will not open on Christmas Day. Similarly, Target will close at 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve and will also remain closed on Christmas. Costco will have regular hours on Christmas Eve but will not operate on Christmas Day.
H-E-B will close early on Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. and halt home delivery at 6 p.m., while all stores will be closed for Christmas. The Postal Service will not deliver mail on Christmas Day, but priority services will still be available.
UPS and FedEx have outlined similar schedules. UPS will not operate on Christmas Day, while FedEx will have limited operations and be closed entirely on that day.
Various chains will operate Christmas Eve but close for Christmas Day, including Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, Big Lots, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. For convenience, many convenience stores are expected to maintain their regular hours on Christmas Eve while closing on Christmas Day.
As the holiday season approaches, this information will help you plan your shopping and service needs efficiently, ensuring a stress-free celebration. It’s a time to enjoy with loved ones, and knowing the schedule can help you make the most of it.