What’s Open on Christmas Day 2025: Stores, Malls, Grocery, Walmart, Banks & More Worldwide Overview

Christmas Day 2025 falls on Thursday, December 25, a major federal holiday in the United States and widely observed globally as a day of rest and celebration. In the US and many countries, most businesses, shopping malls, grocery stores, Walmart locations, and banks close to allow employees family time. Searches for “stores open Christmas Day 2025”, “is Walmart open on Christmas”, or “grocery stores open on Christmas Day” reveal limited options, primarily convenience stores and pharmacies.

Plan ahead: Complete errands on Christmas Eve (December 24), when most places operate with reduced hours. Here’s a global and US-focused guide to what’s open and closed on Christmas Day 2025.

Walmart on Christmas Day 2025

Walmart stores are closed worldwide on Christmas Day 2025, including all US locations. This annual policy lets associates celebrate with family. Stores reopen December 26, often at 6 a.m. On Christmas Eve, most are open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Day 2025

Major chains close in the US and most Western countries:

• Kroger, Aldi, Trader Joe’s, Publix, Whole Foods, Costco, Target, Tesco (UK), Carrefour (parts of Europe): Closed.
• Albertsons/Safeway: Some locations open with limited hours (e.g., 8 a.m.–4 p.m.); others closed—check locally.
• Giant Eagle/Giant Food: Varies; some reduced hours.

Convenience stores often remain open globally:

• 7-Eleven, Circle K, Wawa, Sheetz, Speedway, Cumberland Farms: Most 24/7 or regular hours, offering basics like milk and snacks.

In some non-Christian majority countries (e.g., parts of Asia or Middle East), more stores may operate normally.

Shopping Malls and Food Courts on Christmas Day 2025

Most shopping malls are closed on Christmas Day 2025 in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and Europe. Major centers (e.g., Mall of America, Westfield, King of Prussia) stay shuttered, including anchors and food courts.

Food courts close with malls. Standalone restaurants or fast-food outlets outside malls may open variably—check apps.

Banks Open on Christmas Day 2025

Banks are closed on Christmas Day 2025 in the US (federal holiday) and most countries observing it (e.g., UK, Canada, Australia, much of Europe). Branches of Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, etc., close; use ATMs or online banking.

In countries not observing Christmas as a public holiday, banks may open normally.

Pharmacies and Essentials Open on Christmas Day 2025

For emergencies:

• CVS: Many open with modified hours; pharmacies vary.
• Walgreens: Open (24-hour stores 24/7); pharmacy hours reduced.
• Gas stations/convenience: Most open (e.g., Exxon, Shell, Circle K).

Select Starbucks, McDonald’s, or IHOP may open variably—use locators.

Global Variations and Holiday Tips

• US/Canada/Europe/Australia: Heavy closures similar to above.
• Asia/Middle East: More options open, depending on local holidays.
• Shop Christmas Eve: Reduced hours common (e.g., close 6–8 p.m.).
• Verify Locally: Hours vary; use apps/websites.
• Prioritize Rest: Christmas emphasizes family—embrace the downtime.

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Updated: December 23, 2025. Confirm local details as policies may vary.