WASHINGTON — The area’s grocery stores are generally closing early on Christmas Eve. Some are opening for Christmas, while some are staying closed. Check the list below for your store.
Which stores are open Christmas Day?
- Giant: All pharmacies are closed. About two-thirds of area stores will be open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (The stores at 10400 Old Georgetown Rd. in Bethesda, Maryland, and 6223 Baltimore National Pike in Catonsville, Maryland, are open 24 hours and will remain open.) Check your individual store.
- Safeway: Some stores are open; others are closed. Check the list.
- Shoppers Food Warehouse: Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Find a store.
- Whole Foods: Some stores are open; others, closed. Find a store and call before you go.
Which stores are closed Christmas Day?
- Aldi: Opens Dec. 26 at 9 a.m. Find a store.
- BJ’s: Opens Dec. 26 at 9 a.m. Find a store.
- Balducci’s: Open Dec. 26 at 7:30 a.m. in Bethesda, 8 a.m. in Alexandria and McLean. Find a store.
- Costco: Opens Dec. 26 at 10 a.m. Find a store.
- Harris Teeter: Opens Dec. 26 at 8 a.m. Find a store.
- MOM’s Organic Market: Opens Dec. 26 at 9 a.m. Find a store.
- Trader Joe’s: Opens Dec. 26 at 8 a.m. Find a store.
- The Fresh Market: Opens Dec. 26 at 8 a.m. Find a store.
- Wegmans: Opens Dec. 26 at 7 a.m. Find a store.
- Weis: Opens Dec. 26 at 7 a.m. Find a store.
Please note that store hours may vary by store. Before heading out, call your local supermarket.
