The holiday season is in full swing so knowing what stores are open on which holidays can come in handy. Whether you want to get a jumpstart on your gift shopping spree or just need to run out for a few last minute items, holidays can be a tricky time to predict if certain stores will be able to accommodate you.
Is Macy’s Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?
Macy’s will be closed on Christmas Day, according to their website. To find out the specific hours, call your local store.
- Christmas Day: Macy’s stores will be closed.
- Christmas Eve: Macy’s stores will open early from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Macy’s Holiday Hours
| Holiday | Date | Is Macy’s Open or Closed |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Saturday, Jan. 1 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, Jan. 17 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| President’s Day | Monday, Feb. 21 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 15 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 10 | Closed |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 30 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Juneteenth | Sunday, June 19 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Independence Day | Monday, July 4 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Labor Day | Monday, Sept. 5 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Columbus Day Indigenous Peoples’ Day |
Monday, Oct. 10 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Veterans Day | Friday, Nov. 11 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Day Before Thanksgiving | Wednesday, Nov. 23 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov. 24 | Closed |
| Day After Thanksgiving | Friday, Nov. 25 | Open 6 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. |
| Christmas Eve | Saturday, Dec. 24 | Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Christmas Day | Sunday, Dec. 25 | Closed |
| Day After Christmas | Monday, Dec. 26 | Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| New Year’s Eve | Saturday, Dec. 31 | Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
When Is Macy’s Closed?
Macy’s is closed on the following holidays:
- Easter
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Macy’s Holiday Return Policy
Most holiday gifts purchased between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31 are eligible for return through Jan. 31, 2022. Note that some gift items are nonreturnable or must be returned more quickly.
Visiting Macy’s During the Holidays
Before you head out to Macy’s for shopping or returns during the holidays, contact your local store to confirm hours. Although Macy’s won’t be open on Christmas Day, it will have hours on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. By calling ahead, you can make sure you’ll arrive when the store’s doors are open. Otherwise, you may find you’ve wasted a trip.
Holiday Hours
FAQ
- Is Macy's closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?
- Macy's will be open on Christmas Eve, according to a customer service representative. To find out the specific hours, call your local store. Unfortunately, Macy's will not be open on Christmas Day, so if you're planning on doing some last-minute gift shopping at the store, finish it up on Dec. 24.
- Is Macy's closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day?
- Macy's will be open on both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. To confirm store hours at your local Macy's, call ahead or check the store locator on the same day you're planning to shop.
- What holidays does Macy's pay employees for?
- Macy's paid holidays are Christmas Day, Thanksgiving and Easter.
- Does Macy's pay employees for Christmas Day?
- Yes, Christmas Day is a paid holiday at Macy's.
- Is Labor Day a paid holiday for Macy's employees?
- Macy's stores are open on Labor Day so it is not a paid holiday.
Caitlyn Moorhead contributed to the reporting for this article.
All holiday hours were confirmed as of Dec. 23, 2022. Check with your local retailer to confirm specific hours. Hours and policies are subject to change.