Safeway Hours: What’s Open and How To Shop Anytime
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Lydia Kibet
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Joe Evans
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Need a quick grocery run or a pharmacy pickup?
Here’s your simple, year-round guide to Safeway hours — how stores and departments usually operate, which holidays may affect schedules and the fastest ways to get what you need in store, via pickup or with delivery.
Safeway Regular Store Hours
Hours vary by city and store format, but many locations follow something like:
- Daily: around 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Always confirm your local schedule with the Safeway Store Locator app or their website. Urban, resort and 24-hour markets may differ.
Pharmacy & Department Hours
Some in-store services run on shorter or separate schedules from the main store:
- Pharmacy: Commonly 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays, shorter on weekends/holidays
- Deli & Bakery: Often close earlier than the store
- Meat/Seafood, Floral, Starbucks kiosk: Hours vary by location and staffing
- Customer Service Desk: Frequently ends service before the store closes
Check your store’s page in the locator for department-specific hours, especially Pharmacy and Service Desk.
Safeway Major Holiday Schedule
Check out the Safeway holiday hours and schedule to see when stores will be open throughout the year:
| Holiday | Date | Safeway Hours |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Wednesday, Jan. 1 | Open (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.) |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, Jan. 20 | Open regular hours |
| Presidents Day | Monday, Feb. 17 | Open regular hours |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 20 | Open (hours may vary) |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 26 | Open (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.) |
| Juneteenth | Thursday, June 19 | Open regular hours |
| Independence Day | Friday, July 4 | Open (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.) |
| Labor Day | Monday, Sept. 1 | Open (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.) |
| Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day | Monday, Oct. 13 | Open regular hours |
| Veterans Day | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | Open regular hours |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov. 27 | Open (limited hours, some close early) |
| Christmas Eve | Wednesday, Dec. 24 | Open (6 a.m. to 7 p.m.) |
| Christmas Day | Thursday, Dec. 25 | Closed |
Reminder: Pharmacy counters frequently run reduced hours or may be closed on major holidays — always confirm locally.
How To Shop When It’s Busy — or When Hours Are Limited
- Drive Up & Go (Pickup): Order in the app/website; choose a pickup window (availability follows store hours).
- Delivery: Same-day/next-day options may be available through Safeway or delivery partners; book early near holidays.
- Digital Coupons & Weekly Ad: Load offers in the app before you shop to save time at checkout.
- Substitutions: For pickup/delivery, review allowed substitutions so your order stays on track when items are out of stock.
Tips for a Smoother Safeway Trip
- Go off-peak: Early mornings and later evenings are usually quieter than late afternoons and weekends.
- Confirm Pharmacy first: If you need a prescription, verify counter hours before you head out.
- Pre-order from Deli/Bakery: Party trays and cakes may require advance notice — especially near holidays.
- Check inventory in the app: Lock in essentials by ordering ahead for pickup or delivery.
Final Take to GO
Safeway’s core hours work for most shoppers, but pharmacy and department times can differ, and holiday schedules often shorten hours.
For a stress-free run, check your store’s page for today’s hours, confirm any department times you need, and consider Drive Up & Go or delivery when the store is busy or operating on a holiday schedule.
Looking to compare other places’ holiday hours? Check out schedules for Wells Fargo, Navy Federal or Bank of America to plan your next visit.
More Holiday Hours
FAQs: Safeway Hours and Access
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about Safeway holiday hours.- What are Safeway’s hours today?
- Hours vary by store. Check the Store Locator (app or their website) for today’s schedule at your location.
- Are Safeway pharmacies open on Sundays or holidays?
- Often yes, but with shorter hours -- and some locations may be closed on major holidays. Confirm locally.
- Does Safeway close on holidays?
- Stores are usually open with modified hours on most holidays. Thanksgiving typically has limited hours, Christmas Eve closes early and Christmas Day is closed at most locations.
- Can I pick up a Drive Up & Go order after the store closes?
- No. Pickup availability follows your store’s operating hours and staffing.
- How do I find department hours for my store?
- Open your location’s page in the Store Locator and view sections for Pharmacy, Deli, Bakery and other departments.
- Can I still shop if my store is closed?
- Yes -- place an order for delivery (availability varies by region) or schedule pickup for the next open window.
Melanie Grafil and Caitlyn Moorhead contributed to the reporting for this article.
All holiday hours were confirmed as of August 29, 2025. Check with your local retailer to confirm specific hours. Hours and policies are subject to change.
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