Christmas Eve and Christmas Day hours at Chicago malls and grocery stores

As the holiday season approaches, many shoppers are looking for the best times to pick up last-minute gifts and groceries. Retail stores across Chicago and its suburbs are adjusting their hours for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with many closing early or remaining shut on December 25. Here's a roundup of the holiday hours at major shopping centers and grocery stores in the Chicago area.

Chicago Premium Outlets Mall, Aurora

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Gurnee Mills

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Fashion Outlets of Chicago, Rosemont

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Orland Square

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Westfield Old Orchard, Skokie

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Block 37

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Fox Valley Mall, Aurora

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Water Tower Place, Chicago

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Chicago Ridge Mall

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets, Wisconsin

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

900 North Michigan Shops

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day): Closed

Many grocery stores are also adjusting their hours for the holidays. Here's what you can expect for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:

Christmas Eve (Dec. 24):

• ALDI: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Angelo Caputo’s Fresh Market: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Butera Market: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Costco: Varies by location (many open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

• Food 4 Less: Closing at 8 p.m.

• Jewel Osco: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Target: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Walmart: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Christmas Day (Dec. 25):

• ALDI: Closed

• Costco: Closed

• Food 4 Less: Closed

• Jewel Osco: Closed

• Target: Closed

• Walmart: Closed

Whether you're finishing last-minute shopping or stocking up on holiday meals, be sure to check store hours in advance to avoid surprises. Happy holidays, and happy shopping!