If Aldi is part of your holiday survival plan, pets are absolutely involved, whether you meant them to be or not. You might be grabbing last-minute ingredients, stocking up on snacks, or doing that classic Aldi walk where you didn’t technically need anything and somehow still left with a full cart. Meanwhile, in the back of your mind, there’s a separate, louder checklist running. Dog food. Cat treats. And then it hits you. Wait. Harold’s food is the vegan one. Did I grab that, or did I confidently grab the wrong bag while thinking about cheese and completely betray him?
This is where the holiday spiral begins. Suddenly, you’re replaying the entire trip in your head, standing in the aisle, wondering if you should go back in “just to check,” even though you were just there. Once the stores close, this becomes a major issue rather than a minor oversight. And no one needs that kind of stress over gluten-free, grain-free, must-be-refrigerated kibble.
Is Aldi Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?
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On Christmas Eve, Aldi stores will be open, but they won’t keep regular hours.
Most locations typically close early, around 4 p.m. on Dec. 24. That early closing time is great for employees heading home, but it does mean pet parents should plan accordingly. If Aldi is where you grab pet food, treats, or those budget-friendly staples that quietly keep your routine intact, this isn’t the day to test how late you can push it.
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On Christmas Day, Dec. 25, Aldi stores will be closed nationwide.
So, let’s state this right away: no quick runs. No, “I’ll just grab it real fast.” And no magical solutions if you realize too late that you’re out of something important. Having what your pets need ahead of time turns Christmas from stressful to manageable, which is really the goal.
Because hours can vary slightly by location, it’s always smart to double-check your local store’s schedule before heading out. Aldi’s online store locator is the easiest way to do that, and it can save you from standing in a parking lot wondering how things spiraled so quickly.
Pets don’t care if the day is perfectly planned. They care that they’re fed, comfortable, and close to you. And honestly, they mostly just need you there. This whole Christmas thing happens once a year, and if nothing is perfect, what actually happens? Nothing. Everyone goes on. So take a breath, be safe, and have a happy holiday!
Related: Is Aldi Open on Thanksgiving Day?
This story was originally published by PetHelpful on Dec 23, 2025, where it first appeared in the Shopping section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.