When do stores close on Christmas Eve? Here is a list

If you have put off finishing your Christmas shopping and are now racing the clock to get it done, you’re not alone.

But since Christmas presents won’t buy themselves, and time is running out, a plan of action is probably in order.

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Below is a list of Christmas Eve store closing hours so you know just how long you can linger and still get the gifts.

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Note: Some of the hours of individual locations will vary. Call your local store to check on closing times before you head out.

7-Eleven: Open 24 hours

Apple Stores: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Babies "R" Us: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Barnes & Noble: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Bed, Bath & Beyond: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Best Buy: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Big Lots: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dick's Sporting Goods: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dillard's: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dollar General: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dollar Tree: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Gap: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

IKEA: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

JC Penney: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closing times vary)

Kmart: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Kohls: The chain has been open 24 hours for a few days; they close at 6 p.m. Christmas Eve

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

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

Meijer: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for most stores

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

Nordstrom: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in some places; noon to 6 p.m. in other places

Old Navy: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sears: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. in some places (opening and closing times vary)

Staples: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Target: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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

BJ's Wholesale: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Costco: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GameStop: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Hobby Lobby: closed

Kohl's: 12 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Toys "R" Us: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Walmart: Stores close at 6 p.m.

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