Since today is Christmas Day (December 25, 2025), most major retailers and grocery stores are closed to allow employees to spend time with their families. However, if you need last-minute medicine, snacks, or a hot meal, there are still several options available.
Here is a quick guide to what is open and closed today across the USA.
🏪 Retailers & Pharmacy Stores (Open Today)
While giants like Walmart, Target, and Costco are closed today, these convenience and drug stores are typically open:
- Walgreens: Most stores are open (many from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM), though pharmacy hours vary by location. All 24-hour locations remain open 24/7.
- CVS Pharmacy: Most locations are open today, but many are operating with reduced holiday hours. Check the CVS app before heading out.
- 7-Eleven: Most locations remain open 24/7, including today. This is your best bet for emergency milk, eggs, or snacks.
- Circle K / Safeway / Albertsons: Many of these locations are open today with modified hours.
🍔 Restaurants & Fast Food (Open Today)
Most standalone fast-food restaurants are independently owned, so hours vary by neighborhood. Pro-tip: Use the brand’s mobile app to see if your local branch is active.
- McDonald’s: Many locations are open today, particularly those in travel hubs or city centers. Expect drive-thru only at some spots.
- Starbucks: Many stores are open with limited morning/afternoon hours (e.g., closing by 2:00 PM or 4:00 PM).
- Dunkin’: Most locations are open today, but hours are determined by the individual franchise.
- Waffle House / Denny’s / IHOP: These “sit-down” favorites are famous for staying open 24/7, 365 days a year, including today.
- Red Lobster: Open today (typically 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM) at many locations for those wanting a non-traditional holiday dinner.
🚫 Major Stores Closed Today
The following will be fully closed on December 25 and will reopen on December 26:
- Walmart (Reopens Dec 26 at 6:00 AM)
- Target (Reopens Dec 26 at 7:00 AM)
- Costco
- Aldi / Trader Joe’s / Whole Foods
- Home Depot / Lowe’s
- Macy’s / JCPenney
💡 Quick Tip for You
Since it is an unseasonably warm Christmas in much of the country, many people are heading to parks. If you’re doing the same, remember that public restrooms in government-run parks may be closed today due to the federal holiday.
Mohammad Saif 