Here Are McDonald's Christmas Hours, in Case You Need a McCafe on Christmas Morning
With Christmas upon us, you may be wondering, "What's the new Christmas movie this week?" Or, "What's the best Christmas gift for mom?" But we also want to prepare you for a question that may pop into your head on Christmas Day, which is, "Is McDonald's open right now?" The restaurant chain is always a saving grace during road trips any time of year, and it's no different on Christmas Day. Or you might want to get a quick coffee and bite to eat before the festivities begin, so you'll definitely want to know McDonald's Christmas hours.
Christmas is an all-day affair, from waking up early to make sure the tree is all set for the kids, to helping them put batteries in all their new electronic toys while watching A Christmas Story for the fifth time. Keeping your energy up is key, so a McCafe or two may be just the ticket. If you're traveling to see family and the drive is on the longer side, some Happy Meals may keep little ones in a good mood—which is important if they're seeing their grandparents, or a large group. You don't want anyone hangry on Christmas!
Christmas is also a feasting holiday, with ham, side dishes, and plenty of desserts on the menu. Preparing a whole Christmas dinner for a crowd is hard work, and you may need a quick lunch break while you're cooking. In fact, if you forgot to buy an ingredient for your famous mashed potatoes, and you're at a grocery store that's open on Christmas, you may as well pick up a snack while you're out so you have plenty of stamina for the rest of the day. Hosting is no small feat! And if your (or your relative's) dishes don't turn out quite as planned, the Golden Arches are there to whip up a meal for your family.
So, is McDonald's open on Christmas? Before you get in your car, you should know that some McDonald's locations will be open on Christmas Day—but not all of them.
Most locations are franchised, so hours vary. Be sure to check the restaurant locator to confirm if your local restaurant is open during the Christmas. The same goes for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
Why Do McDonald's Holiday Hours Vary?
Part of McDonald's magic is that they, like Starbucks, have so many locations. However, if you're traveling for the holidays, remember: Just because the McDonald's in your city stays open on Christmas, that doesn't mean the one in Grandpa's town will.
"Ninety-five percent of McDonald's restaurants are independently owned and operated, so the holiday business hours will vary by location," a rep for the restaurant told CountryLiving.com. "The best way to determine hours for your local McDonald's is to call ahead of your visit to confirm their hours."
So, before you get your heart set on having a Quarter Pounder during your long drive home, make sure the McDonald's in your area is actually open at the time you want to visit.
Are you going out to eat on Christmas no matter what? Check the holiday hours at these restaurants open on Christmas too for more options.
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