Christmas is here, bringing joy and togetherness for countless Americans as they gather with family and friends to celebrate the festive season.
Many grocery, retail, and restaurant chains will operate on Christmas Eve, although they will have altered hours, and most will close their doors on Christmas Day. For those needing to make a last-minute grocery stop for holiday gatherings, Walmart is a convenient option this year. The retail giant has confirmed its stores will be open on December 24 but will close earlier at 6 p.m. local time. On Christmas Day itself, all Walmart locations will be closed.
If you’re wondering which grocery stores will be open on Christmas Eve, here are some options along with their operating hours:
– Costco: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Sam’s Club: Closes at 6 p.m.
– Kroger: Hours may vary by location
– Food Lion: Closes at 6 p.m.
– Publix: Closes at 7 p.m.
– Meijer: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
– Whole Foods: Closes at 7 p.m.
– Trader Joe’s: Closes at 5 p.m.
– Aldi: Hours may vary by location
– Harris Teeter: Closes at 7 p.m.
– Wegmans: Closes at 6 p.m.
– Winn-Dixie: Closes at 9 p.m.
In addition to Walmart, several retail stores will also be open on Christmas Eve, providing last-minute shopping opportunities for customers.
This Christmas season, the convenience of open stores allows families to come together and prepare for their celebrations without the stress of running out of essential items. As communities embrace the holiday spirit, the availability of these stores helps ensure that everyone can enjoy a festive and memorable holiday gathering.