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Holiday Grocery Hours: Openings and Closures Revealed

12/27/2025

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Summary

Grocery Store Schedule

On December 25, 2025, Keemat Grocers, Fiesta Mart, and H Mart in the Houston area will be open, with H-E-B and Kroger closed.
In Tennessee on Christmas Day, Walmart, Target, and Costco will be closed, with select Walgreens and CVS Health locations open.
On January 1, 2026, most Louisville grocery and retail chains will operate with adjusted hours, and Costco will be closed.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, a significant shift occurred in U.S. retail, with major chains like Walmart and Target closing on Christmas Day, reflecting a growing emphasis on employee time off. This trend, supported by 60% of Americans, mirrors earlier debates about work-life balance in retail, which intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to further operational changes in stores across the country.

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Grocery Store Schedule

On December 25, 2025, Keemat Grocers, Fiesta Mart, and H Mart in the Houston area will be open, with H-E-B and Kroger closed.
In Tennessee on Christmas Day, Walmart, Target, and Costco will be closed, with select Walgreens and CVS Health locations open.
On January 1, 2026, most Louisville grocery and retail chains will operate with adjusted hours, and Costco will be closed.

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