What's Open and Closed in Lubbock on Christmas Day?

LUBBOCK, TX — Tis the season! Only a handful of businesses are open, and most are closed so employees can spend time with their families.

For those who still need to pick up last-minute items or burned Christmas dinner, here's a roundup of what will be open and closed on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2024.

Grocery Stores:

Closed:

• All United Family Grocery Stores, including Market Street and Amigos
• All Target Locations
• All Walmart locations
• All Food King locations
• H-E-B
• Costco
• Sam's Club

Dining Options:

Most restaurants will be closed on Christmas Day, but for those who want to skip the stress of cooking and enjoy a holiday meal, here is a list of places open on Christmas. Hours of operation differ between locations, so be sure to check ahead of time:

Open:

• Applebee’s – 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Crush Teriyaki & Wok – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Denny’s – 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Flamencos Tostaderia Y Taqueria – 12 p.m. until sellout
• Golden Corral – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Hook N Reel – 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Jimenez Tortilleria y Taqueria – 8 a.m. to noon
• Kobe Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar – 3 p.m. to 5p.m.
• Sushi Nami – 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Closed:

• Chick-fil-A
• Chili's
• Chipotle
• Dirk's
• Firehouse Subs
• Jersey Mike’s
• Las Brisas Southwest Steakhouse
• Olive Garden
• Outback Steakhouse
• Popeye's
• Raising Cane’s
• Red Lobster
• Sonic
• Taco Bell
• Texas Roadhouse
• Triple J's Chophouse-Brewery
• Uncle Julio's

Auto Parts Stores:

For anyone hitting the road this holiday, make sure you grab what you need on Christmas Eve, as most auto parts stores will be closed. If you need help during travel, call roadside assistance.

Closed:

• Advance Auto Parts
• AutoZone
• O'Reilly Auto Parts
• NAPA Auto Parts

Retail Stores:

Most retail stores will be closed on Christmas Day.

Closed:

• Big Lots
• Cabela's
• Dollar General
• Dollar Tree
• Family Dollar
• Best Buy

• PetSmart
• Home Depot
• Lowe's
• Tractor Supply
• Office Depot
• TJ Maxx
• Home Goods
• Marshall's
• Five Below
• Kohl's

Other Notable Closures:

• City of Lubbock Government Offices
• Local and national banks
• Postal services such as USPS, FedEx, and UPS
• The U.S. Stock Market

Though hours may vary, most gas stations and convenience stores will remain open on Christmas Day.