If there is one store you can count on to have your back this holiday season, it’s Walmart. Though the retail giant is traditionally open on major holidays such as Easter and Independence Day, it now closes on Christmas Day. This new tradition of closing on Christmas Day started in 2020 and Walmart has closed every year since on the holiday.
Is Walmart Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?
Prepare for the oncoming winter holidays by taking a look at the following Walmart holiday hours if you plan to shop in the store.
- Christmas Day: Closed
- Christmas Eve: Open from 12 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Walmart Holiday Hours
| Holiday | Date | Is Walmart Open or Closed? |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Saturday, Jan. 1 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, Jan. 17 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| President’s Day | Monday, Feb. 21 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 15 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 10 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 30 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Juneteenth | Sunday, June 19 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Independence Day | Monday, July 4 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Labor Day | Monday, Sept. 5 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Columbus Day Indigenous Peoples’ Day |
Monday, Oct. 10 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Veterans Day | Friday, Nov. 11 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Day Before Thanksgiving | Wednesday, Nov. 23 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov. 24 | Closed |
| Day After Thanksgiving | Friday, Nov. 25 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Christmas Eve | Saturday, Dec. 24 | Open 12 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Christmas Day | Sunday, Dec. 25 | Closed |
| Day After Christmas | Monday, Dec. 26 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| New Year’s Eve | Saturday, Dec. 31 | Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
When Is Walmart Closed?
Walmart is closed for the following holidays:
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Walmart’s Holiday Return Policy
Walmart’s return dates are extended for gifts purchased between Oct. 16 and Dec. 25. Gifts with a 14- or 30-day return policy purchased during that time frame won’t have their return policy officially start until Dec. 26. For instance, gifts with a 14-day return date will need to be returned by Jan. 8, 2023 and gifts with a 30-day return date will need to be returned by Jan. 24, 2023. There will be no extension for gifts with a 60- or 90-day return policy.
Final Take
The holiday season is full of surprises and some are not so pleasant. As you plan your holiday feasts and shopping trips, keep in mind Walmart’s holiday hours and store closures, so you can get everything you need in time for the big day.
Holiday Hours
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FAQ
- Is Walmart closed on Thanksgiving 2022?
- Yes, Walmart is closed on Thanksgiving 2022.
- Do Walmart employees work on Christmas Day?
- No, Walmart is closed on Christmas Day.
- Why is Walmart closed on Thanksgiving?
- Walmart started closing on Thanksgiving in 2020 in part due to the aftermath of the pandemic and also to show staff appreciation.
- Is Walmart closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?
- To the dismay of many last-minute shoppers, Walmart's Christmas hours will be very limited. Walmart hours on Christmas Eve will give shopping procrastinators the time to pick up any last-minute gifts, as the retailer will be open for business that day. Make sure to stock up on plenty of eggnog while there, because Walmart is closed all Christmas Day.
- To the dismay of many last-minute shoppers, Walmart's Christmas hours will be very limited. Walmart hours on Christmas Eve will give shopping procrastinators the time to pick up any last-minute gifts, as the retailer will be open for business that day. Make sure to stock up on plenty of eggnog while there, because Walmart is closed all Christmas Day.
- Is Walmart closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day?
- For those who tend to forget to stock up for their New Year's celebrations, good news -- Walmart stores will be open during both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
- New Year's Eve: Stores open; call your local Walmart to confirm hours.
- New Year's Day: Stores open; call your local Walmart to confirm hours.
- For those who tend to forget to stock up for their New Year's celebrations, good news -- Walmart stores will be open during both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Bernadette Steele 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.