Christmas Eve Mall Hours 2021 Near Sarasota
SARASOTA, FL — Many of us know the feeling: It’s Christmas Eve in Sarasota. Gifts are wrapped, and as we carefully arrange them under the tree, we realize we forgot to buy a present for our mother-in-law or our favorite uncle, Bob. Now what?
Luckily, several retail stores in the Sarasota area will be open on Christmas Eve — and, in some cases, Christmas Day — so you can pick up those last-minute gifts and other necessities.
Before you step out to shop, you should note: Store hours can vary by location. A good rule of thumb is to call ahead to your store of choice before leaving the house.
Here’s a look at retail stores that will be open in Sarasota County this Christmas, according to lists compiled by Parade, Good Housekeeping and others.
Retail Store Hours
Bed, Bath & Beyond: Stores will be open for reduced hours on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
Costco: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
CVS: Many locations, including those open 24 hours, will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Open until 6 p.m on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
Dillard’s: Most stores will be open until 7 p.m. Christmas Eve, though hours may vary by mall; closed Christmas Day.
Family Dollar/Dollar Tree: Select stores will open for reduced hours on Christmas Day. Call ahead to your local store to confirm hours.
GameStop: Most stores will be open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
Hobby Lobby: Open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
Home Depot: Open regular hours on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
JCPenney: Most locations will be open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
Kohl’s: Stores will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
Lowe’s: Open regular hours Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
Macy’s: Hours will vary on Christmas Eve, so call ahead to confirm hours at your preferred location; closed Christmas Day.
Marshalls: Most stores will be open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
Old Navy: Hours vary by location, but most stores will be open until 7 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
PetSmart: Most stores will be open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve; all stores will be closed Christmas Day.
Target: Stores will be open Christmas Eve, though hours may vary; closed on Christmas Day.
TJ Maxx: Most stores will be open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.
Walgreens: Stores will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, though hours will vary by location. Call ahead to confirm hours at your preferred store.
Walmart: Stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Christmas Eve; all stores are closed Christmas Day.
Sarasota Mall Hours
For other last-minute gifts, you can visit these Sarasota-area malls and shopping areas, many of which will be open for limited hours on Christmas Eve.
Crossings at Siesta Key: Closed on Thanksgiving; open on Black Friday (check with mall or stores for hours)
The Mall at University Town Center: Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day
Sarasota Square Mall: Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
St. Armands Circle: Check with individual shops and restaurants for hours
The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime: Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day
Ellenton Premium Outlets: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day
The Shoppes at University Center: Check with individual shops and restaurants for hours
Red Barn Flea Market: Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve; closed on Christmas Day.
Main Street at Lakewood Ranch: Check with individual shops and restaurants for hours
Village of the Arts: Check with individual shops and restaurants for hours
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This article originally appeared on the Sarasota Patch
