NEW YORK (AP) — Christmas Eve is just around the corner. But before you rush out the door to grab a few last-minute presents or trim the last trees before Santa's visit, be sure to check the opening hours of the stores you're going to.
Store closures on Christmas Eve are less common than on Christmas Day, but many major chains are still shortening their hours or closing stores early for the upcoming holiday. Operations may also vary by location. If in doubt, call ahead or check online for more specific schedules for your neighborhood spots.
AP correspondent Donna Warder reveals more about store hours on holidays.
Here is an overview of the opening hours of major stores in the USA on Christmas Eve in 2023.
WALMART HOURS ON CHRISTMAS EVENING
Walmart closes at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
TARGETED HOURS ON CHRISTMAS EVENING
Most Target stores are open on Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Double check local opening times here.
COSTCO Christmas Eve Hours
Costco warehouses are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, but hours may vary by location. You can view local opening times here.
CVS Christmas Eve hours
Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate normal hours on Christmas Eve, but some non-24-hour pharmacy locations may have reduced hours or holiday closures. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or check local hours online.
WALGREENS HOURS ON CHRISTMAS EVENING
Walgreens will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve, but pharmacy hours vary by location. You can see the opening times of the local pharmacy here.
STARBUCKS HOURS ON CHRISTMAS EVENING
Many Starbucks locations will be open, but hours may vary. The company notes that “stores will occasionally adjust their hours of operation based on business and customer needs” during the holiday season. It's best to find out more online beforehand.
KROGER Christmas Eve hours
Most Kroger stores close early on Christmas Eve, although this may vary by store department and location.
ALBERTSON'S HOURS ON CHRISTMAS EVENING
Albertsons stores will be open with reduced hours on Christmas Eve. Pharmacies may also be closed or have reduced opening hours.
OTHER SHOPS WITH DIFFERENT OPENING HOURS ON CHRISTMAS EVE
Here are some other grocery, convenience and retail stores with adjusted hours on Christmas Eve:
1. ALDI: Stores have limited opening hours.
2. Harris Teeter: Open until 7 p.m
3. Home Depot: Stores are open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m
4. IKEA: The stores are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
5. Jewel-Osco: Shops and pharmacies are open with reduced hours.
6. Lowe's: Stores close at 6 p.m
7. Macy's: Stores are open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., but locations may vary.
8. Meijer: Stores are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m
9. Publix: Stores close at 7 p.m., but some locations may vary.
10. Rite Aid: Certain stores are open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., while others (including 24 stores) close at 9 p.m
11. Safeway: Stores are open with reduced hours, pharmacies may also be closed or have different hours.
12. Sam's Club: Stores open until 6 p.m
13. Sheetz: Stores are open during regular hours (24/7).
14. Sprouts Farmer's Market: Shops are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m
15. Trader Joe's: Stores open until 5 p.m
16. Whole Foods: Stores will operate modified hours, which may vary by location.
17. 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24 hours a day (including holidays), but some locations' hours may vary.