WASHINGTON — It’s the most wonderful time of year … to panic at the last minute because you’re missing “that one thing” you forgot to pick up at the store before Christmas.
But, never fear! WTOP has you covered.
Below you’ll find which grocery stores are open and closed Christmas Day, plus their hours.
Christmas Day hours
- 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24 hours Christmas Day. Find your location.
- Aldi: Stores are closed on Christmas Day. Find your store.
- BJ’s Stores are closed on Christmas Day. Find your store.
- Costco: Stores are closed Christmas Day. Find your store.
- CVS: Open Christmas Day until 9 p.m. 24-hour locations will remain open. This doesn’t include locations inside Target stores. Find your store.
- Giant: Most stores are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Day. Some will be closed, however. Find your store and check.
- Harris Teeter: Closed on Christmas Day. Stores reopen at 8 a.m. on Dec. 26. Find your store.
- Rite Aid: Most stores should be open and operating under normal hours. Find your store.
- Safeway: Most are open until 5 p.m. on Christmas Day. Find your store and check.
- Target: Closed Christmas Day. Find your store.
- Trader Joe’s: Closed on Christmas Day. Find your store.
- Walmart: Closed Christmas Day. Find your store.
- Walgreens: 24-hour locations will be open Christmas Day. Others are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Find your store.
- Wegmans: Stores are closed Christmas Day. Find your store.
- Whole Foods: Stores are closed on Christmas Day. Find your store.
Mandatory caveat: We say this every year, but to be sure your local store is open. It’s always best to call ahead.