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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.
Most businesses across the U.S. will be closed on Christmas Day, but not all. Before you run out the door this Christmas, it’s wise to double-check operating hours, which can differ depending on their location.
To get the most up-to-date information on Walgreens' holiday hours for 2025, TODAY.com reached out to the pharmacy giant to find out when stores will be open on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 25.
Most McDonald's locations will be open on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, and Christmas Day, Dec. 25, but hours vary. Customers can check their local restaurant's hours here. IHOP restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, a company spokesperson said.
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Christmas Eve is not one of the holidays observed by USPS, so mail delivery will remain normal. Local post offices will be open, but remember to check for specific hours. However, post offices will be closed on Christmas Day. Mail delivery will also pause on Thursday, Dec. 25.