Kroger Holiday Hours 2026: What’s Open and Closed

Holidays When Kroger Closes

According to reports from company disclosures, Kroger is closed on Christmas Day. A Kroger spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY that stores close on December 25 and reopen under regular hours on December 26. No other major holidays are documented in available third-party reports as automatic closures across all Kroger locations.

Other major grocery chains have different holiday closure policies. For comparison, Costco holiday hours, Sam’s Club holiday hours, and Aldi holiday hours all show closures on holidays where Kroger remains open. The sources provided do not specify whether Kroger closes on other holidays such as Thanksgiving, Easter, Labor Day, or Independence Day.

New Year’s Holiday Hours

Kroger stays open on New Year’s Day, making it an option for last-minute grocery shopping when competitors close. However, hours are reduced on New Year’s Eve. According to reporting based on Kroger’s stated policy, most stores and fuel centers close by 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, and pharmacy counters typically close earlier, around 5 p.m.

This differs markedly from retailers like Costco holiday hours and Sam’s Club holiday hours, which close entirely on New Year’s Day. Hours can vary by region, so confirm your local Kroger’s New Year’s schedule by calling the store directly or checking the store locator on Kroger’s website.

How to Confirm Your Store’s Holiday Hours

Because Kroger does not maintain a centralized, published holiday schedule and hours vary by location, you must take these steps to confirm before you shop:

• Call your local Kroger store directly and ask about specific holiday hours.
• Visit the Kroger store locator at kroger.com, enter your ZIP code, and select your store to view listed hours.
• Ask a cashier or customer service desk staff member about upcoming holiday closures and reduced-hour days.

The sources consulted recommend double-checking local store hours before heading out, especially for major holidays. Regional variations mean one Kroger may have different hours than another nearby location operated under a different Kroger brand name.

Reduced Hours Beyond Holiday Closures

Pharmacies inside Kroger stores operate on separate hours from the main store. On New Year’s Eve, pharmacies close around 5 p.m., while the store itself closes by 6 p.m. The sources provided do not document other instances of reduced hours on non-major holidays or regular operating days.

If you plan to use the pharmacy or pick up prescriptions on or near a holiday, call ahead to confirm the pharmacy is open and that your prescription has been filled.

Holiday Shopping and Return Policies

If you are buying holiday gifts or party items at Kroger, familiarize yourself with the Kroger return policy in case you need to return or exchange purchases after the holiday. Holiday-timed purchases may be subject to different return windows or conditions.

For comparison, Walmart holiday hours and Target holiday hours also affect when you can return holiday items. If you need price adjustments during the holidays, Kroger’s Kroger price match policy may apply, though holiday sale periods have their own conditions.