Walmart Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Store Hours
Most Walmart locations open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve, with some stores closing earlier at 6 p.m. or 8 p.m. based on local demand and manager discretion. On Christmas Day, the majority of stores remain closed, but a limited number of 24-hour locations may open from 6 a.m. to midnight, and the exact list is updated on the store locator page Walmart Store Finder.
Walmart Supercenters typically follow the same holiday schedule as regular Walmart stores, while Neighborhood Markets may have adjusted hours that differ from the main locations. Customers can verify the precise Christmas Eve closing time and Christmas Day status for their specific store by checking the store's holiday hours banner on the Walmart website or app.
Walmart Holiday Pickup and Delivery Options During Christmas
Walmart curbside pickup and delivery services remain available on Christmas Eve with order cutoffs usually set at 7 p.m. local time for same-day pickup and delivery, while Christmas Day pickup and delivery are generally suspended unless a local store is open. The Walmart+ membership program provides free unlimited deliveries with no order minimum during the holiday period, subject to driver availability in your area.
Walmart Express Delivery and Spark Driver delivery options operate on modified holiday schedules, and customers can check real-time delivery windows by entering their zip code on the Walmart grocery page Walmart Grocery. Third-party marketplace items sold through Walmart.com may have different fulfillment timelines, and sellers list their own holiday cutoff dates on each product page.
Walmart Holiday Pay, Staffing, and Store Operations During Christmas
Walmart associates working on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day receive holiday pay at 1.5 times their regular hourly rate, and the company typically provides meal breaks and gift cards as part of its holiday staffing incentives. Walmart hires temporary holiday associates in November and December, with many seasonal positions converting to permanent roles based on performance and store needs.
Walmart's corporate headquarters and distribution centers may operate on reduced holiday schedules, while supply chain teams coordinate with carriers to ensure inventory levels remain stable for post-Christmas restocking. Investors tracking Walmart's holiday sales performance can review the company's quarterly earnings reports and holiday revenue guidance on the Walmart investor relations page Walmart Corporate.