This Christmas Day, shoppers and diners face a limited selection of options as most stores and restaurants choose to remain closed, allowing employees to spend time with their families. However, a few establishments will open their doors for essential needs, primarily grocery and pharmacy requirements.
For those needing immediate supplies, several stores and gas stations will operate on Christmas Day. Some of the stores confirmed to be open include Albertsons, CVS, 7-Eleven, Circle K, Safeway, select 24-hour Walgreens locations, and Vons. Customers are encouraged to contact their local stores to verify hours, as some might have reduced schedules.
In stark contrast, many popular retail chains will be closed. This includes significant names such as ALDI, Costco, Dollar General, Family Dollar, and Walmart, among others. A complete list of closed stores features names like Publix, Kroger, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods, indicating a widespread halt in operations on the holiday.
Diners looking to enjoy a meal out have some options as well. Several well-known chain restaurants will remain open, providing a range of culinary choices. Among them are Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, Fogo de Chão, IHOP, and Waffle House. For specifics on dining locations operating this Christmas, patrons can check a comprehensive list available online.
In terms of postal services, the U.S. Postal Service will deliver mail on Christmas Eve but will suspend all operations on Christmas Day, with no mail delivery scheduled. Similarly, logistics giants UPS and FedEx will also be closed for the holiday.
Financial institutions will not conduct business either, with all banks adhering to the Federal Reserve’s holiday schedule, thus remaining closed on Christmas Day. Many banks will provide services on Christmas Eve, albeit with reduced hours. Additionally, major stock exchanges, including Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange, will not operate on Christmas Day.
Government offices and courts across federal, state, and local levels will be closed, leaving certain essential services unavailable during the holiday.
As families gather and celebrate, those who require last-minute supplies or wish to dine out should prepare for limited accessibility, highlighting the increasingly common practice of taking a break from business operations during this festive time.
