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What time do stores open and close on Christmas Eve 2018?

Fiza Pirani
By Fiza Pirani

If you’re banking on some last minute Christmas shopping, you’re not alone.

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According to a 2016 survey from the International Council of Shopping Centers, 76 percent of adult shoppers said they planned on making holiday purchases right up until Christmas.

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For all you last-minute shoppers, here’s a breakdown of store hours for Christmas Eve on Monday, Dec. 24, 2018:

Department store hours for Christmas Eve 2018

Belk: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

JCPenney: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Kmart: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. or midnight, depending on the location.

Kohl's: Noon to 6 p.m.

Macy's: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

REI: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sam's Club: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Stein Mart: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Toys R Us: 12 a.m. to 8 p.m. or 9 p.m., depending on the location.

Grocery store hours for Christmas Eve 2018

Kroger: Hours vary by location. Some will be open until 8 p.m. or close earlier, around 5-6 p.m. Call your nearest store to confirm.

Publix: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Whole Foods: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Trader Joe's: Opening hours vary by location (8 a.m. or 9 a.m.) All stores close at 6 p.m.

Sprouts: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.