Chick-fil-A Christmas Eve hours
Quick answer
Chick-fil-A is usually open on Christmas Eve with reduced hours, then closed all day on Christmas. Expect an early afternoon or early evening close on December 24 — exact times vary by restaurant.
Typical Christmas Eve schedule
Unlike the predictable Monday–Saturday breakfast window (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM) and Sunday closure, Christmas Eve is one of the few days where each Operator chooses their own closing time within corporate guidance.
| Location type | Christmas Eve | Christmas Day |
|---|---|---|
| Standalone / drive-thru | Open; often closes 4–6 PM | Closed |
| Mall food court | Follows mall early close (sometimes 2–4 PM) | Closed |
| Airport | May stay open later for travelers | Varies; many units closed |
| College campus | Often closed if campus is on break | Closed |
Breakfast and lunch on December 24
Christmas Eve is not a Sunday, so breakfast is served at locations that open in the morning. The 10:30 AM breakfast cutoff still applies. Plan catering pickups accordingly: breakfast trays for morning events, nugget trays for afternoon gatherings.
- Before 10:30 AM: Chick-n-Minis, biscuits, hash browns — see our breakfast hours guide.
- After 10:30 AM: Full lunch menu until early close — see lunch hours.
- Mobile order tip: Schedule pickup at least 30–45 minutes before posted close.
Catering and group orders
Holiday parties often sell out Chick-fil-A catering slots. Trays like 64-count nuggets (~$36), Chick-n-Minis medium 40-piece (~$48), and packaged sandwich meals (~$11 each) are common Christmas Eve orders. See our catering menu guide.
How holiday closures compare
Chick-fil-A closes for Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and every Sunday nationwide. Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve usually mean shortened hours. Full calendar: holiday hours hub.
Christmas Eve FAQs
Is Chick-fil-A open on Christmas Eve? +
Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are open on Christmas Eve but close earlier than usual — often between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM local time. Hours are set by each local Operator, so always confirm with your restaurant before you drive over.
What time does Chick-fil-A close on Christmas Eve? +
There is no single national closing time. Standalone locations frequently close around 4:00–6:00 PM. Mall and airport Chick-fil-A restaurants follow host-venue schedules and may close as early as 2:00 PM when the mall shuts down early for the holiday.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Christmas Day? +
No. Every Chick-fil-A in the United States is closed on Christmas Day, December 25. This is in addition to the company-wide Sunday closure policy.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast on Christmas Eve? +
If the restaurant opens at its normal morning time, breakfast runs until 10:30 AM. After that, only lunch items are available until the early close.
Can I order Chick-fil-A catering for Christmas Eve? +
Yes, but place catering orders well in advance — often 24–48 hours minimum, and more for large trays during the holiday week. Many Operators stop accepting same-day catering on December 24.
Will the Chick-fil-A drive-thru be open Christmas Eve? +
Usually yes until the restaurant's early-close time. Drive-thru, dine-in, and mobile pickup typically all shut down together.
Are Chick-fil-A holiday hours the same every year? +
The pattern is consistent — early close Christmas Eve, closed Christmas Day — but exact times vary by location and year.
What should I order before Chick-fil-A closes on Christmas Eve? +
Popular picks for holiday gatherings include nugget trays, Chick-n-Minis trays, packaged meals, gallon sweet tea, and cookies.
Is Chick-fil-A open December 26? +
Yes — December 26 is not a company-wide closure day. Most restaurants return to normal weekday hours.
How do I find Christmas Eve hours for my Chick-fil-A? +
Use the Chick-fil-A app, chick-fil-a.com/locations, or browse our state and city location pages.
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