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What’s open Christmas Day 2020? CVS, Starbucks, McDonald’s and 7-Eleven make the list but Walmart is closed
Kelly Tyko
| USA TODAY
Christmas 2020: Here’s the list of stores that are openHere’s a list of who’s open for grub and last-minute goodies Christmas Day 2020.USA TODAYDesperately hunting for last-minute stocking stuffers or a can of cranberry sauce? Your options will be limited.Christmas is the one day that Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, shutters its locations and several regional and national stores follow suit.But never fear, drug stores including CVS and Walgreens will be open as will several convenience stores including 7-Eleven, Wawa and Cumberland Farms.If you need to grab a snack or a meal on Christmas Day, most national restaurant chains like Bob Evans, Chipotle and Chick-fil-A are closed, but many Starbucks, McDonald’s and Dunkin’ locations will be open along with IHOP, Denny’s and Waffle House.Why so many shuttered eateries? Christmas is historically a slow day for the industry, according to small business software provider Womply. In 2019, only 20% of restaurants were open on the holiday .Christmas Eve holiday shopping: When Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Costco and other stores close ThursdaySame-day delivery: Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Amazon, other stores delivering Christmas EveThe national surge in coronavirus cases is not helping. Womply found 28% of restaurants were closed nationwide as of Dec. 1.What stores are open Christmas Day?Hours can vary and not all locations will be open. In some cases, store websites have not been updated to reflect holiday hours, so call your closest location.7-ElevenAcmeAlbertsonsCasey’s General StoreCircle KCumberland FarmsCVSDuane ReadeGiant FoodgoPuffLove’s Travel StopsPilot Flying J.QuickChekRaceTracRite-AidSafewaySheetzSpeedwayTravelCenters of AmericaVonsWalgreensWawaMore businesses open: Additional stores, gas stations and convenience stores also are expected to be open. Check before heading out.What restaurants are open Christmas Day?The following restaurant chains have select locations open in some capacity. Some dining rooms may be closed, and many may be offering a more limited menu or only takeout and delivery. Check with your closest location before heading out as not all locations are open. Some restaurant websites do not have updated holiday hours so call ahead.BenihanaBlack Bear DinerBravo! Italian Kitchen Buca di Beppo Burger KingDel TacoDenny’s Dunkin’Huddle HouseIHOPJack in the BoxMacaroni GrillMcDonald’sMorton’s The Steakhouse Mountain Mike’s PizzaPerkins Restaurant & BakeryPopeyesRuth Chris’ Steak HouseShoney’sSonic Drive-InStarbucksTGI FridaysWaffle HouseMore restaurants: Some locally-owned and regional chains will be open Christmas and restaurants located in hotels often are open on holidays. Find additional restaurants by searching social media and looking on online reservation service OpenTable.This list will be updated with additional stores and restaurants with 50 or more locations that are open on Christmas. Restaurants, submit details here. Stores, go here.Follow USA TODAY reporter Kelly Tyko on Twitter: @KellyTykoPSA: Water your Christmas tree, or your house might catch on fireThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has warned of what horrors can happen if you don’t water your Christmas tree during the holidays.USA TODAY, Storyful
