Stores open on Christmas Day 2024
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Whether you’re hosting or hitting the holiday party circuit, it’s natural to forget something on your to-do list this time of year. While many businesses and retailers close or have reduced hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, some will be open. If you need a last-minute gift for a family member or an essential ingredient for that festive side dish.
Stores open on Christmas Day 2024
From gas stations and grocery stores to restaurants and coffee shops, here’s a handy list of stores open on Christmas Day 2024 for last-minute errands, shopping, or even meals.
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Note: Things happen! Always confirm local hours directly with the retailer before you head out to shop.
Grocery stores
Giant Food: Select locations may be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Vons: Some stores are open; call ahead to confirm hours.
Albertsons: Select locations open, often at 7 or 8 a.m.; call ahead to check your local store.
Food Lion: A few locations may be open; verify with your local store.
Gas stations and convenience stores
7-Eleven: Most locations are open 24/7 on Christmas; check with your local store.
Circle K: Most locations are open 24/7 on Christmas; check with your local store.
Cumberland Farms: Most locations open starting at 7 a.m.
Pilot Flying J: Locations are open 24/7.
Sheetz: Locations are open 24/7.
Speedway: Open for reduced hours during holidays; check with your local store.
Drugstores
CVS: Many locations are open but likely with reduced hours for both store and pharmacy; confirm with your local store.
Duane Reade: Most locations will be open but with reduced hours for both store and pharmacy.
Walgreens: Most locations will be open, but may have reduced hours for both store and pharmacy.
Coffee shops
Caribou Coffee: Hours vary; check locally.
Dunkin’ Donuts: Some locations will be open; call your local Dunkin’ to confirm.
Starbucks: Select locations will be open; verify hours before heading out.
Restaurants
Denny’s: Usually open on Christmas Day, some locations open 24/7.
IHOP: Most locations open; confirm with your local IHOP location for hours.
Waffle House: All Waffle House locations are open 24/7 on Christmas.
Buca di Beppo: Locations will be open, but call your local restaurant for specific hours.
Remember, hours vary by location, so it's always a good idea to check with your local store or restaurant for the most accurate information. Use this guide as your holiday co-pilot to make your holiday errands smooth and Christmas Day as peaceful as possible!
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