Shops are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

While most stores close their doors for the holiday season, some stores remain open, providing convenience for last-minute shoppers, dinner hosts and those in need of essentials.

Before you visit a store, you should confirm the opening by telephone.

Shops open on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day:

Albertsons: Christmas Eve hours vary by location. Many stores are closed on Christmas Day, but those that are open have seasonal hours.

Costco: Most clubs are open on Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dollar General: Stores will be open until 10:00 p.m. local time on Christmas Eve.

Sam’s Club: Local clubs close at 6:00 p.m

Sprouts: Stores are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m

Goal: Most stores will be open until 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

Trader Joe’s: All stores close at 5 p.m

Walmart: Hours vary by store, but are open Christmas Eve and closed Christmas Day.

Whole Foods: Hours vary, but most stores are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and closed on Christmas Day.

Shops open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:

CVS: Hours vary by location, but many are open regular hours both days. Some locations may be closed or have modified hours. Many pharmacies remain closed on Christmas Day.

Walgreens: Most stores will be open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Eve this year, but some will vary by location. All 24-hour locations are open 24 hours a day on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.