What's open on Christmas Eve? See hours for Walmart, Target

Aaron A. Bedoya, El Paso Times
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Whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat or a new sweater, last-minute shoppers and travelers will have plenty of options this Christmas Eve.

However, if you need to visit the post office or bank, it is best to plan ahead as most major banks, post offices, and shipping services will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Here's everything you need to know about what's open and closed on Sunday, Dec. 24. It's best to check with your local store or restaurant online before leaving home, as hours and closures can vary by location.

Is Walmart open on Christmas Eve?

Yes, all Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Target open on Christmas Eve?

Target stores will be open on Christmas Eve, however most stores will close at 8 p.m.

Store hours vary by location, so it is best to check with your local store for more specific information regarding their holiday hours.

Are Costco and Sam's Club open on Christmas Eve?

Costco warehouses will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, according to the company's website.

Sam's Club locations will close at 6 p.m. on Sunday.

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Will Home Depot, Lowe's or Ace Hardware be open on Christmas Eve?

Home Depot stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, while Lowe's stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 24.

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Are pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens open on Christmas Eve?

Many CVS stores will be open regular hours over the holidays, however some stores may be closed or have reduced hours. Check with your local pharmacy for their specific holiday hours.

All Walgreens locations will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve, the company told USA TODAY.

It is always best to check your local store's hours before going. You can find your local CVS here and Walgreens here.

Is the post office open on Christmas Eve? Will mail be delivered?

Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday this year, which means local post office locations will be closed and regular mail will not be delivered on Dec. 24, according to the U.S. Postal Service.

Mail will also not be collected from blue USPS collection boxes.

Priority Mail Express mail will be delivered only in limited locations and an extra fee for those deliveries will be assessed, according to the USPS.

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Are UPS and FedEx open on Christmas Eve?

UPS will not offer pickup or delivery services on Sunday, Dec. 24.

Some UPS Store locations may have modified business hours on Christmas Eve. The company suggests checking with your local store for specific hours of operation.

Most of FedEx's services will be unavailable on Christmas Eve, according to the company's holiday schedule, and FedEx Office locations will have modified hours.

Are banks open on Christmas Eve?

Branches of Bank of America, Citibank, PNC, Truist and more will not open their branches on Dec. 24 due to the holiday falling on a Sunday.

Will pet stores like PetSmart and Petco be open on Christmas Eve?

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What retail stores are open on Christmas Eve?

Here's which retail stores will be open on Christmas Eve, including their hours:

This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Stores open on Christmas eve near me includes Walmart, Target