With Christmas right around the corner, people across the US will be heading to outlets to eat, shop, and celebrate.
While several stores may be closing for Christmas, here’s a list of places you can still visit on Christmas Eve, December 24, for your last minute essentials or to satisfy food cravings during the holiday season.
Food outlets open on December 24
Fast food chains including Dunkin’, McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Starbucks, Burger King, Wendy’s, Waffle House, Krispy Kreme Taco Bell and Shake Shack will remain open across the US on December 24, according to USA Today. The respective hours until when these outlets will remain open will vary by location and customers have been advised to check the stores’ respective websites or social media handles to verify the hours before heading to them.
Which drugstore chains are open on Christmas Eve?
CVS Pharmacy is open on Christmas Eve, although some stores and pharmacies may have reduced hours. Walgreens will also remain open but pharmacy hours may vary based on location, CBS News reported.
Which grocery store chains are open on Christmas Eve?
Several grocery stores including – Food Lion stores are open until 7 pm local time; pharmacies will also be open from 9 am to 3 pm on Christmas Eve.
‘Stop & Shop’ stores are open until 6 pm on Christmas Eve. Trader Joe’s is open, but will close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve. Wegmans will close at 6 pm on Christmas Eve and Whole Foods stores will open at their regular time and close at 7 pm, according to CBS News.
BJ’s Wholesale Club will remain open 8am to 6pm, while Costco will be open 9 am to 5 pm Christmas Eve for executive members and 10 am to 5 pm for all members, according to Axios.
Where can you buy presents on Christmas Eve?
Many retailers are extending their hours on Christmas Eve so people can squeeze in last-minute gift shopping
Best Buy’s Christmas Eve hours are 8 am to 7 pm local time. Most Dollar General stores will be open until 10 pm, while Home Depot will close early at 5 pm. HomeGoods, Marshalls, Sierra and TJ Maxx will all operate on special hours, from 7 am to 6 pm. IKEA will close early on Christmas Eve, with store hours varying based on location, according to CBS News.
