Here’s what we expect will be open in Seattle on Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25, 2025). Most major retailers including grocery chains such as QFC and Costco will be closed on Christmas Day. That said, some drugstores and pharmacies typically have some hours on Christmas, and we also have a list of Seattle restaurants that will be open. Since hours vary by location, calling ahead is strongly recommended.
Here’s what is closed and open on Christmas in Seattle this year:
Grocery Stores & Essentials
Likely Closed on Christmas Day (most locations):
- Most traditional grocery stores and supermarkets (e.g., Kroger-branded stores, traditional supermarkets) are usually closed on Christmas.
May Be Open on Christmas Day (select locations/reduced hours):
- 7-Eleven: open 24 hrs.
- Safeway: some stores may open with reduced hours (varies)
- Amazon Fresh: check local holiday hours (may vary)
- Grocery Outlet & Grocery Outlet: discount groceries; some locations historically open on holidays (call to confirm).
Note: Many traditional grocery stores (e.g., supermarkets not listed above) typically close on Christmas Day. Always check the store’s local holiday hours.
Drugstores & Pharmacies
Typically open on Christmas Day (hours vary):
- Walgreens and other Walgreens locations (e.g., First Hill, Denny Way, multiple Seattle Walgreens): most open with limited holiday hours (hours vary by location; 24-hour locations stay open all day).
- Walgreens Pharmacy at First Hill: same note (call ahead).
- CVS Pharmacy: many CVS locations open with reduced hours (varies).
Fast Food & Restaurants
Typically Open (select locations/variable hours):
- McDonald’s: many locations open on holidays (hours vary).
- Starbucks: hours vary by site.
- More Seattle restaurants open on Christmas Day
Major Retail Stores
Closed on Christmas Day (nationwide, including Seattle):
- Walmart: closed.
- Kroger / QFC / Fred Meyer supermarkets: closed.
- Costco, Target, Kroger brands and similar grocery chains and big box stores: closed.