By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS AP Business Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — Christmas Eve is almost here. But before running out the door for some last-minute gifts or final tree trimmings ahead of Santa's visit, you might want to double-check the hours of the stores you're headed to.
Business closings on Christmas Eve are less common than those on Christmas Day, but many large chains still cut back hours or close up shop early for the coming holiday. Operations can also vary by location. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules for your neighborhood spots online.
Here's a rundown of Christmas Eve hours for major stores across the U.S. in 2023.
Walmart will close at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
Most Target stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Double-check local hours here.
Costco's warehouses will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, although hours may vary between locations. You can check local hours here.
Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate with normal hours on Christmas Eve, but some non-24 locations may have reduced hours or holiday closures. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or double-check local hours online.
Walgreens will be open with regular hours on Christmas Eve, but pharmacy hours vary by location. You can check local pharmacy hours here.
Many Starbucks locations will be open, but hours can vary — with the company noting that “stores may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs” throughout the holiday season. It's best to check ahead online.
Most Kroger stores close early on Christmas Eve, although that can vary depending on store division and location.
Albertsons stores will be open with reduced hours on Christmas Eve. Pharmacies may also be closed or have reduced hours.
Here are some other grocery, convenience and retail stores with adjusted hours on Christmas Eve:
1. ALDI: Stores operate with limited hours.
2. Harris Teeter: Open until 7 p.m.
3. Home Depot: Stores are open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
4. IKEA: Stores are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5. Jewel-Osco: Stores 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 can 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 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. while others (including 24-locations) will 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 are open until 6 p.m.
13. Sheetz: Stores are open with regular hours (24/7).
14. Sprouts Farmer's Market: Stores are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
15. Trader Joe's: Stores are open until 5 p.m.
16. Whole Foods: Stores are open with modified hours, varying on location.
17. 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24/7 (including on holidays), but some locations’ hours can vary.