Is Target Open on Christmas Eve 2021?

Christmas Eve is often a time for celebrating with friends and family. However, many people also need to do some shopping. Whether it’s a last-minute gift, a forgotten menu ingredient, or a typical product need, many shoppers want to head to Target to handle their needs. But many people also wonder, “Is Target open on Christmas Eve 2021?” After all, it’s right before a major holiday and, since Christmas falls on a Saturday this year, the federal holiday is being celebrated on December 24 instead. If you might need to shop at Target this Christmas Eve and want to find out if the retailer is open, here’s what you need to know.

Is Target Open on Christmas Eve 2021?

Yes, Target is open on Christmas Eve 2021. However, many locations will be operating on a reduced schedule. Instead of their regular hours, many stores will only be open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm on December 24, 2021.

For many locations, that is two hours earlier than usual. But since operating schedules can vary, it may only be an hour earlier for some stores. Additionally, there are certain locations that typically close at 8:00 pm, so those stores may simply follow their usual hours.

However, it’s important to note that closing times on Christmas Eve – like regular store hours – can vary. If you’re hoping to head to Target on December 24, 2021, you’ll want to confirm when your preferred location is open in advance. Typically, you can either contact the store directly or use the store locator online to learn more about an individual store’s operating schedule.

Is Target Same Day Pickup and Delivery Available on Christmas Eve?

Yes, same-day pick and delivery will be available at Target on Christmas Eve. However, the hours the services will run could change. There latest time may be earlier than usual, limiting the number of timeslots available.

While it isn’t yet known when the cutoff for Target same-day pickup and delivery will be for 2021, in 2020, pickup orders placed before 5:00 pm were fulfillable. However, that could be passed on the availability of timeslots, so keep that in mind, particularly if your preferred store is high-traffic.

Since delivery is run through Shipt, same-day delivery may depend on the availability of shoppers. If there are enough working, then a same-day delivery could be possible. In 2020, those orders had to be placed no later than the afternoon of December 24 to be fulfillable. At this time, it isn’t clear when orders for this year have to be in place.

Is Target.com Open on Christmas Eve?

Unless there is an unexpected technical issue, Target.com is always an option for shoppers. You can place orders on any day at any time, allowing you to shop whenever it’s convenient.

Does Target Have a Christmas Eve Sale?

Target doesn’t run a separate sale for Christmas Eve. However, there will be deals available. The weekly ad released on December 19, 2021, will apply on Christmas Eve, outlining a range of discounts on holiday items, last-minute gifts, meal ingredients, and more.

You can find the weekly ad on the Target website. Additionally, copies are usually available at store entrances. You may also get copies in mailers or newspapers, giving you a number of ways to learn about the discounts. And if you are not signed up for Target rewards, do it. Its worth some cash back and you’ll get in their pipeline for coupons or other bonuses. That sign up link is here.

Does Target Have a Holiday Price-Match Guarantee?

Yes, Target does have a holiday price match guarantee. It began on October 10, 2021, and ends on December 24, 2021. If a product has a qualifying price drop during that time, you can request a price match.

Does Target Have a Holiday Return Policy?

Yes, Target does have a holiday return policy. For electronics and entertainment items bought between October 1 and December 25, 2021, the refund period starts on December 26, giving customers a 14- to 30-day return window beginning on that date, depending on the product type. For LEGO Collections bought before December 25, a return has to occur by January 8, 2022

Target Holiday Schedule

Like most major retailers, Target rarely closes its doors, even for holidays. Typically, the only days when a Target isn’t welcoming shoppers are the following:

Easter
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Outside of those three days, Target stores typically open. However, on the day before Thanksgiving and Christmas, stores may close earlier than usual. As a result, you’ll want to confirm when you’re preferred store is open before making the trip.

It’s also important to note that Target stores may close unexpectedly due to unanticipated issues. For example, inclement weather, power outages, water outages, technical issues with registers, and similar problems could lead to emergency closures. However, these kinds of events are quite rare. Still, it’s important to know that they are possible.

Do you typically shop on Christmas Eve, or do you try to avoid it whenever possible? If you head to the store on the day before Christmas, what are you usually picking up? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Tamila McDonald

Tamila McDonald is a U.S. Army veteran with 20 years of service, including five years as a military financial advisor. After retiring from the Army, she spent eight years as an AFCPE-certified personal financial advisor for wounded warriors and their families. Now she writes about personal finance and benefits programs for numerous financial websites.