Is Starbucks Open on Christmas Day? (2025 Holiday Guide)


Many Starbucks will be open on Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25, 2025) — but hours vary widely by location, and some stores may close completely. The safest move? Check your local store’s hours before heading out.

Holiday Hours: What to Expect

Starbucks doesn’t follow the same holiday closure schedule as other retailers (like Target, Walmart, etc., which are generally closed on Christmas). Instead:

Christmas Day (Dec 25)

  • Many locations open with limited or reduced hours.
  • Hours differ store-to-store — some may operate only in the morning or early afternoon.
  • Stand-alone stores or high-traffic locations (like airports and hotels) are more likely to remain open.
  • Licensed Starbucks inside host businesses (e.g., grocery stores or Target) often follow the host’s holiday schedule — and may close if the main store does.

In short: Not every Starbucks is open on Christmas Day, and even those that are open might close early — sometimes as early as mid-afternoon.

Christmas Eve (Dec 24)

Most Starbucks locations are open with reduced hours, usually closing earlier than usual so employees can celebrate the holiday.

Why Hours Vary So Much

Starbucks sets holiday hours differently than a standard schedule because:

  • Location matters:
    Airport and hotel stores often stay open longer due to travel demand.
    Mall or grocery store Starbucks follow the hours of the host location.
  • Local management decisions: Some stores may choose to stay closed depending on staffing or community demand.
  • Holiday staffing: Baristas and staff deserve time with their families, so hours are often shortened.

How to Confirm If Your Starbucks Is Open

Because Starbucks holiday hours aren’t uniform, here’s how to check your specific location before Christmas Day:

Starbucks Mobile App
Open the app and use the store locator — it usually shows updated holiday hours.

Official Starbucks Website Store Locator
Visit the Starbucks website and enter your zip code to see hours.

Call the Store Directly
A quick phone call is often the fastest way to confirm whether your local Starbucks is open on Christmas.

Tips for Planning Your Coffee Run

  • Go early. If your store is open, hours may be shorter than usual.
  • Expect crowds in the morning. People often stop by for their holiday coffee fix before activities begin.
  • Airports and hotels are safer bets. If you’re traveling or near a hub, you’re more likely to find an open Starbucks.
  • Licensed locations (inside big stores) depend on the host. If the host retailer is closed for the holiday, the Starbucks inside might be too.

Final Holiday Sip

Starbucks is not universally closed on Christmas Day — but it’s far from “regular hours.” Most Starbucks open with limited hours or choose selective locations, while some may stay closed altogether. Before you head out for your holiday latte, always double-check your store’s hours. It’ll save you a trip and help keep the holiday stress low!