Is Target Open on Christmas 2026?
Target is closed on Christmas Day — but Christmas Eve runs long. Here's the verified 2026 answer.
Summary
Target is closed on Christmas Day 2026 (Friday, December 25) as company policy. On Christmas Eve (Thursday, December 24), stores are typically open extended hours of 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, based on recent years (2026 not yet confirmed). Regular hours resume Saturday, December 26.
The single most important point
Christmas Day is a hard closure, but Christmas Eve is one of Target's longest days of the year (typically 7 AM – 8 PM) — built for last-minute shoppers.
Quick facts
| Status | Christmas hours | Regular hours | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Closed all day | Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | StoreHolidayHours — Target hours |
What are Target’s Christmas hours?
Target's Christmas Day closure is company policy: every store is closed on Friday, December 25, 2026. No exceptions, no reduced-hours version — dark all day.
Christmas Eve is the opposite story. Target traditionally runs extended hours of 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM on December 24 — one of the longest days of its year, deliberately built for last-minute shoppers. That figure follows recent years' pattern; the official 2026 confirmation isn't out yet, and we'll update this page when it lands.
Regular 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM hours resume Saturday, December 26. Target.com keeps running through the holiday for online orders, though same-day fulfillment options narrow on Christmas Day itself.
Regular weekly hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Typical hours; individual locations may differ.
How to check your local Target
Holiday hours can vary by location, so verify before you go:
- Use the official Target store locator to find your store and its posted hours.
- Call ahead — the fastest way to confirm Christmas hours for a specific location.
- Check the store’s page on Target’s official site or app on Friday, December 25, 2026 morning for any last-minute changes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Target open on Christmas Day 2026?
No. All Target stores are closed on Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026, as company policy.
What are Target's Christmas Eve 2026 hours?
Typically 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM — extended hours for last-minute shoppers, based on recent years. The 2026 figure isn't officially confirmed yet.
Is Target open the day after Christmas?
Yes. Regular hours (typically 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM) resume on Saturday, December 26.
Can I order from Target.com on Christmas Day?
Yes, Target.com stays open for online orders, though same-day pickup and delivery options are limited on Christmas Day itself.
Hours verified on September 28, 2026 · Sources below. We re-check every page 2–4 weeks before each holiday.