The landscape has shifted. Target and Costco are almost universally closed on Christmas Day. It’s their version of a digital detox. Walmart also shuts its doors, though its gas stations often remain open, especially if they are separate from the main store.
The notable exception here is Rite Aid and some locations of Dollar General. Call ahead. Always. The store locator apps on your phone are your best friend—but they aren’t always updated for the holiday. A quick phone call can save you a sad, snowy drive.
Sarasota Florida Restaurants Open On Christmas Day Stores
The Cultural Shift: “Christmas Hours” Aren’t What They Used To Be
There was a time when nearly everything shut down from noon on Christmas Eve until December 26th. That cultural relic is fading, especially in larger cities. Chinatown in New York, Little Saigon in Orange County, and many Indian grocery stores across the country often treat Christmas as a normal business day.
This is a lovely cultural quirk. It’s a reminder that not everyone celebrates the same holiday, and that a box of fresh dumplings or a bag of paneer might be just what you need to break up the turkey monotony. It’s practical multiculturalism at its finest.
