What's Open, Closed In Temecula On Christmas Eve, Christmas Day: 2023

TEMECULA, CA — A handful of national retail chains will be open on Christmas in Temecula and across Riverside County. Some will be closed on New Year's Day, and many have reduced holiday hours. So, if you need another pound of butter or a carton of milk on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, it’s a good idea to plan ahead, as grocery stores adjust their hours for the holiday. Note! It's always best to call ahead if you aren't sure, and to stock up on those much-needed items before the holiday.

According to Patch research, most major retail grocery stores, including Walmart, Target and Costco, will close on Christmas Day, but there are a few exceptions. Some Walgreens and CVS stores, which have limited grocery shelves, may be open.

Many stores are also closed on New Year’s Day and operate at reduced hours on New Year’s Eve. Some of the stores closed on New Year’s Day are Costco, Whole Foods, Aldi, and Trader Joe’s. It’s always a good idea to call ahead!

Local shoppers say they are helping Santa with his stocking stuffers, while also stocking up on eggs, milk, ham, bread, and the implements of baking holiday treats in advance of Christmas holiday weekend. Note! Backup packs of batteries, in all shapes and sizes, are at the top of many a grocery list, according to an impromptu unscientific Patch Poll.

Our team found many grocery stores and food retailers observing reduced hours during the holidays. Stores on this list either confirmed their hours in an email to Patch or listed them on their websites.

Albertsons: Stores are open regular hours from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. on Christmas Eve, from 6 a.m.-4 p.m. on Christmas Day, and regular hours from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

But it’s always a good idea to call ahead. Some grocery stores and food retailers observe reduced hours during the holidays. Stores on this list either confirmed their hours in an email to Patch or listed them on their websites.

Albertsons: Stores are open regular hours from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. on Christmas Eve, from 6 a.m.-4 p.m. on Christmas Day, and regular hours from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Aldi: Stores are closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and operate on a limited schedule on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. Aldi holiday hours vary by location.

CVS: Stores are open from 9 a.m-7 p.m. on Christmas Eve, and 80 percent of stores are closed on Christmas Day. On New Year’s Eve, stores open at 9 a.m. and close at 5 p.m., then operate on the regular 9 a.m.-7 p.m. schedule on New Year’s Day.

Costco: Warehouse stores are closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day but open from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

Food4Less: All stores are closed on Christmas Day and open on New Year’s Day. Hours on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve vary by location.

Ralph's: Most stores will observe regular hours on Christmas Eve, but all will be closed on Christmas Eve. Most stores will observe regular hours on New Year’s Eve, and all will observe regular hours on New Year’s Day.

Rite Aid: Stores are open regular hours on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, although some locations may adjust hours.

Sam’s Club: Warehouse stores are closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day and open until 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

Target: All stores are open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and are closed on Christmas Day. Stores are open regular hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Trader Joe’s: Stores are closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day, open for reduced hours on Christmas Eve and for regular hours on New Year’s Eve.

Walgreens: Depending on the region, stores will extend hours on Christmas Eve, reduced hours on Christmas Day, and from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The chain’s 24-hour stores will operate as usual. Check Walgreens holiday hours at stores in your area to be sure.

Walmart: Stores will be open from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day, and open regular hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Whole Foods: All stores are closed on Christmas Day. Hours vary by location on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Customers should check Whole Foods holiday hours for their location.