Most Americans likely won't be dashing through the snow for Christmas, given this year's unseasonably warm weather, but many may need to dash to the store for last-minute dinner ingredients or essentials. Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with a few notable exceptions.

CVS: According to a CVS spokesperson, many CVS locations will be open during regular hours on Christmas. That said, “some stores may be closed or have reduced hours.” With that in mind, CVS recommends that people call local stores ahead of visiting to confirm. Find local hours here.

This means Walmart will not be open for in-store shopping on Christmas Day in 2025. Grocery sections, pet aisles, pharmacies, and customer service desks are all closed. Even Supercenter locations that typically operate extended hours follow the same Christmas Day closure policy.