New York — Navigating the city for last-minute Christmas essentials? Understanding what’s open or closed can save you time and effort. As the festive season unfolds with Christmas Eve landing on a Sunday and Christmas on a Monday, there are several operational adjustments across various sectors.
For those in need of retail therapy:
- Target enthusiasts can shop from 7 am to 8 pm local time on Christmas Eve but will find closed doors on Christmas Day.
- Walmart remains open on Christmas Eve, following its regular schedule but will be closed on Christmas Day.
- Best Buy, JCPenney, Macy’s, and Kohl’s all have specific hours on Christmas Eve and are closed for Christmas.
- Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack offer limited hours on Christmas Eve and a day off on Christmas.
- Stores like TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, and similar ones close their doors on Christmas but offer limited hours on Christmas Eve.
For those planning holiday meals:
- Whole Foods adjusts its hours on Christmas Eve but remains closed on Christmas Day.
- Kroger, Publix, Aldi, and Trader Joe’s are a mix of modified hours on Christmas Eve and a full closure on Christmas.
- Costco shuts its doors early on Christmas Eve and remains closed the following day.
When it comes to essential services:
- CVS and Walgreens operate with adjustments, so it’s advisable to check local store timings.
- Rite Aid will be closed on Christmas Day, with varying hours on Christmas Eve.
For those reliant on postal services:
- The US Postal Service and UPS suspend services on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. However, UPS Express Critical remains operational.
- FedEx also follows suit with limited operations on Christmas Eve and a full closure on Christmas Day.
Lastly, for banking and trading enthusiasts:
- Banks generally align with the Federal Reserve holidays, meaning most will be closed on Christmas Day. However, digital services and ATMs remain accessible.
- The New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ take a holiday break, with no trading on Christmas Day.
To ensure a seamless Christmas experience, always verify local store timings and service availability.
