It's happened to all of us: You are heading to a Christmas Eve party and forgot to get the host a present. Or you are making cookies for Santa and run out of milk. Never fear, holiday shoppers! Here's what's open the day before Christmas.
Aldi
Aldi will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. So if there are some specific things you need from Aldi, keep these hours in mind and plan to shop ahead. You might plan to get there right as it opens to try to avoid the holiday crowds.
Kroger
Closing at 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day, Kroger gives you a few more hours to shop before Christmas. So grab your shopping list and make sure to get everything you need beforehand. The last thing you need is to be scrambling for milk or eggs.
Walmart
If you need to get some last-minute gift shopping done, Walmart will be open until 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. So check everything twice and make sure you are getting what you need before the store closes. Nothing’s worse than forgetting to get one last present.
Costco
For those hosting the entire family this holiday season, head over to Costco to get wholesale items. This store will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. If you’ve got a big family with a big appetite, getting your groceries from Costco is your best bet.
Target
Another option for those shopping for last-minute gifts, Target will be open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. Whether it’s electronics, clothes or stuff for the home, Target is sure to have whatever gifts you still need to buy.
Whole Foods
Whole Foods will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. This store has one of the earliest openings on Christmas Eve, so consider getting your shopping done first thing that day.
Trader Joe’s
Everyone loves Trader Joe’s knows it can get a little hectic during peak hours. Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, you might need to pack some patience if you’re shopping here for your holiday meal.