Walmart Holiday Hours 2026: Which Days They Close and When

Understanding Walmart’s holiday schedule helps you plan your shopping around closures and take advantage of extended hours when available. Here’s what you need to know about when Walmart is open and closed in 2026.

Which Holidays Walmart Closes For

Walmart operates a straightforward holiday closure policy. Only two holidays result in complete store closures nationwide:

• Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026) – Closed
• Christmas Day (December 25, 2026) – Closed

On all other major holidays, Walmart stores remain open. This includes New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Columbus Day. Stores operate on normal business hours unless otherwise noted.

Holidays With Reduced or Modified Hours

While Walmart stays open on most holidays, Christmas Eve receives special treatment:

• Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026) – Stores close early, typically between 6 and 8 p.m. instead of regular closing times.

Individual departments may also operate on modified schedules during holiday periods. The pharmacy, vision center, wireless services, and other specialized departments sometimes keep shorter hours than the main store, even on days when Walmart itself remains open. Check with your local store for specific department hours.

Complete 2026 Holiday Schedule

Standard Walmart Hours

Most Walmart Supercenters operate on the same schedule throughout the year, including holidays when stores are open:

• Monday through Sunday: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Some Neighborhood Market locations may operate on slightly shorter schedules, such as 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., depending on the individual store. Always check your local store’s hours using the Walmart Store Finder to confirm specific operating times for your location.

Shopping When Walmart Is Closed

Even on Thanksgiving and Christmas when physical stores are closed, you have multiple shopping options:

• Online Shopping: Walmart.com remains open 24/7 year-round, including all holidays
• Mobile App: Order through the Walmart app anytime
• Grocery Delivery: Schedule delivery for when stores reopen
• Curbside Pickup: Place orders for pickup at the next available time

This means you can order essentials at any time, even during holiday closures, and pick them up or have them delivered as soon as your store reopens.

How Walmart Announces Holiday Schedules

The sources reviewed do not specify how Walmart publicly announces its annual holiday hours schedule. For the most accurate information about your specific store’s 2026 holiday hours, use the Walmart Store Finder on Walmart.com or in the Walmart mobile app, call your local store directly, or visit in person to confirm hours before the holiday.

Tips for Holiday Shopping at Walmart

• Confirm local hours: Holiday hours can vary by store location, so check your nearest store before you go
• Plan ahead: Popular items sell out quickly during peak holiday seasons
• Use curbside pickup: Avoid crowds by ordering ahead for pickup or delivery
• Mark your calendar: Remember that Thanksgiving and Christmas are the only days Walmart closes
• Check department hours: Pharmacy and other services may close earlier than the main store
• Shop online 24/7: Walmart.com never closes, even on holidays when stores do

Walmart’s limited closure policy means holiday shopping is convenient for most of the year. With only two complete closures and advance notice of Christmas Eve’s early closing, you can plan your shopping efficiently. For shoppers who forget to purchase items before Thanksgiving or Christmas, the availability of 24/7 online ordering and next-day pickup options ensures you can still get what you need.