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As the holiday season approaches, it’s essential to know when your local Publix will be open so you can plan your shopping trips accordingly.
While the U.S. observes 12 federal holidays each year, there are also numerous religious, unofficial, and “made-up” holidays — including the ever-popular Super Bowl Sunday. Among these, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day stand out as two of the busiest shopping days, especially for grocery stores.
Publix Closed on Christmas Day 2024
If you’re planning a last-minute grocery run for Christmas Day — whether you’re out of butter or need additional ingredients — you’ll need a backup plan, as all Publix locations will be closed on December 25, 2024. Publix, headquartered in Lakeland, Florida, operates nearly 1,400 stores across Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The chain employs over 255,000 people, and Florida alone has more than 874 locations as of December 2024.
Which Holidays Does Publix Close?
Publix stores are closed only on three holidays each year: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. On federal holidays like Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Independence Day, most locations remain open, although some stores may have reduced hours. For special occasions like Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, Publix stores will close earlier than usual, with specific hours posted ahead of time.
A statement on Publix’s website explains, “Since our founding, we have been closed on these three holidays to give our associates the opportunity to spend time with their families.”
Publix Hours for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2024
- Christmas Eve (Dec. 24, 2024): Publix will operate on reduced hours and close early. This includes both Publix pharmacies and Publix Liquor stores.
- Christmas Day (Dec. 25, 2024): All Publix stores will be closed. Regular store hours will resume on December 26, 2024.
Regular Publix Hours
Publix stores generally operate from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, though some locations may open an hour earlier or stay open longer.
Publix Liquor Store Hours
Typically, liquor stores are open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. However, these stores, like the main grocery stores, close for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
Publix Pharmacy Hours
Pharmacies are usually open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., but some locations may have different hours. Pharmacies will also be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
Contacting Publix
For customer support, you can reach Publix at 800-242-1227 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Additionally, Publix offers customer service on social media platforms, including Twitter and Facebook (@PublixHelps), where they’re available daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, even on holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Make sure to check local store hours on Publix’s website or contact your nearest store for the most accurate information ahead of the holidays.
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