As Christmas Day approaches, many grocery stores across the U.S. are preparing to close their doors for the holiday. For those who may have forgotten to stock up on essentials or need to grab last-minute items, it’s essential to check which stores will remain open on this festive occasion.
Christmas Day Store Closures
This year, Christmas Day falls on Wednesday, December 25. Many popular grocery chains will be closed on this day, including:
- Aldi: All Aldi stores will be closed on Christmas Day and will operate with limited hours on Christmas Eve.
- Costco: Costco will not open its doors on Christmas Day. However, the store will be open until 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
- Kroger: Kroger outlets will also be closed on Christmas Day. Most stores will close early at 6 p.m. for Christmas Eve, with pharmacy hours ending at 4 p.m.
- Meijer: Meijer will follow suit, remaining closed on Christmas Day and operating from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
- Sam’s Club: All Sam’s Club locations will be closed on Christmas Day, with hours ending at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
- Trader Joe’s: Trader Joe’s will be fully closed on Christmas Day.
- Walmart: Walmart will also close its stores on Christmas Day, with limited hours on Christmas Eve.
- Whole Foods: Whole Foods Market will join other stores in closing their doors on Christmas Day but will have modified hours on Christmas Eve.
While most grocery stores will remain closed on Christmas Day, many will offer modified hours on Christmas Eve. It is advisable to check a specific store’s holiday hours online or by calling ahead. This way, you can plan your shopping and avoid any disappointments.
What’s Scheduled for Christmas Eve?
On Christmas Eve, December 24, many stores will close early. For example, Walmart will close at 6 p.m., while Costco will shut its doors at 5 p.m. Most Aldi stores will close at 4 p.m. It is crucial to know these hours ahead of your last-minute shopping trips.
Check with your local grocery stores for precise hours to ensure you can complete your holiday shopping without any hassle.
As the holiday season continues, remember to plan your grocery trips accordingly to avoid any last-minute rush on Christmas Day.
