What Stores Are Open On Christmas
While most grocery and big box stores won’t be open on Christmas Day, you’re not completely out of luck if you need last minute items.
Dunkin’, Denny’s, IHOP and Waffle House locations will be open, though it’s best to call ahead and double check before heading out. Many Starbucks locations may be open, but can vary according to location.
- 7-Eleven (Most stores are open 24/7 (including on Christmas), but some locations’ hours can vary)
- CVS (locations are set to be open at normal hours, but may vary)
- Carl’s Jr./Hardees (Hours vary by location)
- Dunkin’
- IHOP: Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, check with local IHOP as hours will vary by location
- Denny’s (Remains open 24/7 throughout the year)
- Red Lobster (Open for dine-in and to-go orders Christmas Eve and Christmas from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. respectively)
- Rite Aid (24-hour stores will close at 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve and stay closed Christmas Day)
- Starbucks (Many Starbucks locations will be open on Christmas, but hours vary by location)
- Walgreens (Most Walgreens stores will have adjusted hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Christmas Day. All 24-hour locations will continue to remain open. You can double-check local hours here.)
If you do happen to be out, thank those who are working on their holiday and consider tipping!