The Christmas holiday is approaching, and people nationwide are getting ready for visitors or searching for recipes to bring to their festive events.

Good news for those tasked with cooking this year: numerous grocery stores will be available on Christmas Eve in case you need to make a quick stop to pick up forgotten ingredients. Most major grocery chains will be operating on Tuesday, December 24, though most will close early.

Here’s what you should be aware of regarding grocery store openings on Christmas Eve, along with their specific hours.

What day is Christmas Eve 2024?

This year, Christmas Eve falls on Tuesday, December 24.

Is Walmart open on Christmas Eve?

Yes, Walmart will be open on Christmas Eve, but locations will close at 6 p.m. local time, according to the company’s announcement to YSL News.

Is Kroger open on Christmas Eve?

Kroger has informed YSL News that their operating hours differ by location, but most stores will maintain regular hours on Christmas Eve.

The Kroger family includes stores such as Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler, and Smith’s Food and Drug.

Is Costco open on Christmas Eve?

Costco will operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, as reported on their website.

Is Sam’s Club open on Christmas Eve?

Sam’s Club will be open on Christmas Eve, closing early at 6 p.m. local time, according to their website.

Is Food Lion open on Christmas Eve?

Food Lion will indeed be open on December 24, closing at 6 p.m. ET, as confirmed to YSL News.

Is Target open on Christmas Eve?

Target will be open on Christmas Eve but will close at 8 p.m. local time, as reported in the company’s announcement.

Is Publix open on Christmas Eve?

On December 24, Publix stores will be open and will close at 7 p.m. local time, as confirmed to YSL News.

Is Meijer open on Christmas Eve?

Meijer will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve, the company stated to YSL News.

Is Whole Foods open on Christmas Eve?

Whole Foods stores will be open on Christmas Eve and will close at 7 p.m. local time.

Is Trader Joe’s open on Christmas Eve?

Trader Joe’s will be open on December 24 and will close at 5 p.m. local time, as per YSL News.

Is Aldi open on Christmas Eve?

Aldi will operate on limited hours on Christmas Eve. Hours may vary by location, so shoppers should confirm with their local store for specific holiday hours.

Is Harris Teeter open on Christmas Eve?

Yes, Harris Teeter will be open on Christmas Eve, closing at 7 p.m. local time. Pharmacies will operate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Is Wegmans open on Christmas Eve?

Wegmans will also be open on December 24 and will close at 6 p.m. local time, as confirmed to YSL News.

Is Winn-Dixie open on Christmas Eve?

Yes, Winn-Dixie stores will be open on Christmas Eve and will close at 9 p.m. local time, according to YSL News.