Chicago Grocery Store Hours for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2024
As we countdown the hours to Christmas, many folks find themselves scrambling to pick up last-minute items for their holiday feast. With many stores closing their doors on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, it can be challenging to find a spot to grab those forgotten cranberries or extra rolls for dinner. Here’s a rundown of the grocery store hours across the Chicago area to help you plan your shopping accordingly.
Christmas Eve Store Hours
On Christmas Eve, several grocery stores have adjusted their operating hours to accommodate the rush of shoppers trying to get their hands on those final holiday essentials. Here are the operating hours for some of the major stores in the Chicago area on December 24:
– ALDI: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
– Angelo Caputo’s Fresh Market: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– Butera Market: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or later
– Cermak Fresh Market: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
– Costco: Store hours vary by location, with many open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Food 4 Less: Closing at 8 p.m.
– Henein’s: Stores close at 4 p.m.
– Jewel Osco: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– Mariano’s: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– Meijer: Stores may vary by location, with many open on Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
– Strack and Van Til: Until 6 p.m.
– Target: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
– Tony’s Fresh Market: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
– The Fresh Market: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
– Trader Joe’s: Most stores will close early on Christmas Eve, with many open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Walmart: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– Walt’s Food Center: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– Whole Foods Market: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
– Woodman’s Food Market: Most stores expected to be open from midnight to 5:45 p.m.
Christmas Day Store Hours
On Christmas Day, the options for grocery shopping become limited as many stores choose to remain closed to allow their employees to spend time with their loved ones. Here are the operating hours for Christmas Day for some of the major grocery stores in the Chicago area:
– ALDI: Closed
– Angelo Caputo’s Fresh Market: Closed
– Cermak Fresh Market: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
– Costco: Closed
– Food 4 Less: Closed
– Henein’s: Closed on Christmas Day and the day after
– Jewel Osco: Closed
– Mariano’s: Closed
– Meijer: Closed
– Strack and Van Til: Closed
– Target: Closed
– Tony’s Fresh Market: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– The Fresh Market: Closed
– Trader Joe’s: Closed
– Walmart: Closed
– Walt’s Food Center: Closed
– Whole Foods Market: Closed
– Woodman’s Food Market: Closed
While most stores have already announced their holiday hours, some, like Butera Market, are yet to disclose their operating hours for Christmas Day. So, if you’re planning a last-minute dash to the store, be sure to check with your local grocery store to avoid any surprises.
As you navigate the holiday shopping frenzy, remember to spread some cheer and goodwill to those around you. After all, ’tis the season to be jolly!