Wed Dec 25 04:38:38 UTC 2024: ## Christmas Eve 2024: Stores Adjust Hours, Check Before You Shop

**United States** – With Christmas just a day away, Americans are making their final holiday preparations. While many businesses will remain open on Christmas Eve, December 24th, most will operate on adjusted hours. Consumers are urged to check store websites or call ahead to confirm operating times before heading out, as schedules vary significantly by location.

Major retailers like Walmart (6 p.m. close), Target (8 p.m.), Costco (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.), and Sam’s Club (6 p.m.) will all have reduced hours. Home Depot (5 p.m.) and Lowe’s (6 p.m.) will also close early, while Ace Hardware hours vary by location.

Grocery stores are also operating on adjusted schedules. Kroger, Food Lion, and Wegmans close at 6 p.m., Whole Foods and Publix at 7 p.m., Trader Joe’s at 5 p.m., and Winn-Dixie at 9 p.m. Albertsons, Safeway, Aldi, and Meijer will also have reduced hours. CVS will have some locations with reduced hours, while Walgreens and Rite Aid hours vary by location.

Banks (including Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, and CitiBank) will be open, though some branches of PNC and Truist will close early at 2 p.m. The US Postal Service will operate regular hours, while UPS and FedEx will offer modified services; customers should check for specific details.

Restaurant hours also vary widely. Starbucks, Dunkin’, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Subway will be open, but others like Chipotle (3 p.m. close), Cracker Barrel (2 p.m.), Chili’s (4 p.m.), and Red Lobster (8 p.m.) will close early.

Electronics retailers like Best Buy (8 a.m. – 7 p.m.) and Kohl’s (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.) will also have reduced hours, with Macy’s closing at 6 p.m.

To avoid disappointment, consumers are strongly encouraged to check the operating hours of their desired stores and restaurants online before visiting.

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