Most big-box retail and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, but a handful of convenience, drugstore, and gas station brands keep at least some locations open with reduced hours.

Key stores likely open

These chains typically have at least some locations open on Christmas Day, often with shortened hours, and policies are similar in 2025.

  • CVS – Many locations open, but pharmacy and front-store hours can vary by store.
  • Walgreens – Most locations open; 24‑hour stores usually remain open, though pharmacy hours may differ.
  • 7‑Eleven – Most stores operate 24/7, including Christmas Day, though a few franchise locations may adjust hours.
  • Sheetz – Open 24/7, including Christmas Day, for fuel and convenience items.
  • Circle K – Many locations open as usual, often 24/7, but hours can vary by franchise.
  • Albertsons & Safeway (select locations) – Some stores open with limited hours, but many in these chains close, so local checks are essential.

Always confirm with your specific store’s website, app, or phone line, since holiday hours can change by region and even by individual location.

Major stores that are closed

Most large retailers and supermarkets now treat Christmas as a full-company holiday and close entirely.

  • Walmart, Target, Costco, Sam’s Club.
  • Major grocers like Kroger, Publix, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Wegmans, Aldi, Harris Teeter, H‑E‑B, Food Lion, Stop & Shop.
  • Big retail and department chains such as Macy’s, Home Depot, Lowe’s, IKEA, TJ Maxx and similar off‑price stores.

These closures mean last‑minute Christmas Day shopping will mostly be limited to convenience, gas, and drugstore options rather than full grocery or department stores.

Quick planning tips

  • Check online store locators or Google Maps for “Christmas Day hours” before leaving home.
  • Expect reduced services (like pharmacies or deli counters) even when the building is open.
  • Gas stations and 24/7 convenience chains are usually the most reliable options for true last‑minute needs.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.