Every holiday season shoppers ask: Is Walmart open on Christmas Day? If you’re wondering whether you can pop into Walmart on December 25, 2025 — here’s the answer.
No — Walmart will be closed on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025.
Walmart normally closes on Christmas Day nationwide, making it one of the few major holidays when all stores are shut.
What This Means for Shoppers
- No in-store shopping — On December 25, you won’t be able to shop in any U.S. Walmart store.
- Services closed — All store services — pharmacy, auto care, photo center, etc. — are also closed on Christmas Day.
- Plan ahead for holiday needs — If you need groceries, gifts, or other holiday-day essentials, plan to get them before December 25.
When to Shop Instead
- The day before — Christmas Eve (December 24, 2025): Walmart is open, though with reduced hours (typically 6:00 AM–6:00 PM) to give employees time with family.
- After Christmas — Stores resume regular hours on December 26 and beyond.
Why Walmart Closes on Christmas Day
Closing on Christmas Day lets Walmart provide a consistent national holiday shutdown. It joins similar retailers in giving employees time off to observe the holiday.
Quick Tips for Christmas-Day Shoppers
- Shop early — Get holiday gifts, groceries, or last-minute needs done before December 24.
- Check online options — If you need something on December 25, consider online ordering or other stores that may be open (though many big retailers also close for Christmas).
- Verify your local store — Occasionally hours can differ — use Walmart’s store locator or call to confirm.
Walmart stores will be closed on Christmas Day 2025. If you expect to do any shopping on December 25, plan ahead — your best bet is Christmas Eve or the day after.
Please call your Walmart store to confirm the holiday hours.