The holiday season is upon us, filled with the joys of gift exchanges, festive decorations, and the delightful aromas of home-cooked meals. However, amidst the flurry of Christmas preparations, dining out or last-minute errands might just be what you need to ease the holiday stress. If you’re in Sioux Falls and wondering what’s open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, we’ve compiled a helpful list to guide you.
Whether you’re seeking a restaurant for a festive meal, a brewery to unwind, or a store for a forgotten ingredient or last-minute present, Sioux Falls has options available even on Christmas Day. While many establishments adjust their hours for the holidays, a selection of restaurants, breweries, and stores will keep their doors open to serve the community.
This guide provides a curated, though not exhaustive, list of businesses operating during Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Sioux Falls. For those looking to dine out or complete some quick errands during the holidays, here’s what’s open.
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Restaurants and Breweries Open on Christmas Eve Only
For those looking to enjoy a meal or a drink out on Christmas Eve, here are some options available in Sioux Falls:
- BibiSol: Start your Christmas Eve morning with BibiSol, open from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
- Big Sioux Burger: Craving a burger? Big Sioux Burger will be open during its regular hours, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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- Blarney Stone Pub: Enjoy the Christmas Eve afternoon at Blarney Stone Pub, open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Cracker Barrel: For a homestyle Christmas Eve breakfast or lunch, Cracker Barrel will be open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Crooked Pint Ale House: Crooked Pint Ale House welcomes guests on Christmas Eve from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- The Hello Hi: For a festive cocktail, The Hello Hi is open from 4 p.m. to midnight on Christmas Eve, featuring their special Santa Goes Bananas holiday cocktails throughout December.
- Look’s Marketplace: Need last-minute groceries or deli items? Look’s Market (grocery, deli, bakery) is open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Monday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Christmas Eve (with pizzas only available in the restaurant).
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- Oh My Cupcakes!: Indulge in holiday treats at Oh My Cupcakes!, open until 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Santa will be visiting both locations from 11 a.m. to noon. Please note they will be closed Christmas Day through January 2nd.
- Severance Brewing: Enjoy a Christmas Eve brew at Severance Brewing, open from noon to 4 p.m.
- Szechwan Chinese 41st St.: For Christmas Eve takeout, Szechwan Chinese 41st St. will be open for takeout only from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Restaurants and Breweries Open on Both Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
If you’re looking for dining options on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, these Sioux Falls establishments will be open:
- A Homestead Brew (Valley Springs): Located in Valley Springs, A Homestead Brew will be open 1-6:30 p.m. on Christmas Day.
- Altered Species Ales: Altered Species Ales will maintain its normal hours on Christmas Eve (2-10 p.m.) and will be open 4 p.m.-10 p.m. on Christmas Day.
- Boss’ Pizza and Chicken Minnesota Ave: For pizza and chicken cravings, Boss’ Pizza and Chicken on Minnesota Ave is open regular hours both days, from 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. (delivery starting at 10:30 a.m.).
- Boss’ Pizza and Chicken SF West 26th Street: The West 26th Street location of Boss’ Pizza and Chicken will be open both days starting at 4 p.m., with closing hours potentially varying.
- Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet: Enjoy a buffet experience at Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet, open regular hours on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 11 a.m. until 9:30 p.m.
- Indian Oven: For Indian cuisine, Indian Oven will be open during its regular hours on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
- Remedy Brewing Company: Remedy Brewing Company will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve and from noon-6 p.m. on Christmas Day, offering a limited flatbread menu.
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- Marlin’s Family Restaurant: Both Marlin’s Family Restaurant locations will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The North Cliff Avenue location near the Sioux Falls Regional Airport operates from 6 a.m.-8 p.m., and the Tea Exit location is open 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Monks Ale House: Monks Ale House will be open for bar service only from noon-6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 5-10 p.m. on Christmas Day.
- Sunny’s Pizzeria: If you’re looking for Christmas Day pizza, Sunny’s Pizzeria will be open 5-9 p.m. on Christmas Day only. Owner Jon Oppold and his family will be cooking pizzas for Christmas dinner. They will be closed on Christmas Eve.
- WoodGrain Brewing: WoodGrain Brewing will be open 1 p.m.-10 p.m. on Christmas Eve (potentially closing at least by 8 p.m.) and 5 p.m.-10 p.m. on Christmas Day.
Grocery and Retail Stores Holiday Hours
Need to pick up groceries or a last-minute gift? Here are the holiday hours for grocery and retail stores in Sioux Falls:
- ALDI: ALDI will be open on Christmas Eve with reduced hours and closed on Christmas Day.
- Costco: Costco will be open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
- Empire Mall: For holiday shopping, Empire Mall will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve. It will be closed on Christmas Day and will reopen at 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on December 26th.
- Fareway: Fareway stores will be open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
- Franklin Food Market: Franklin Food Market will be open until 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. on Christmas Day.
- Hy-Vee: All Hy-Vee locations will be open Christmas Eve 6 a.m.-5 p.m. All Sioux Falls Hy-Vee stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
- Lewis Drug: Lewis Drug stores will be open until 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, including the pharmacy. The Lewis Drug store and pharmacy at 37th and Minnesota Ave. (2901 S. Minnesota) will be open on Christmas Day, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. All other Sioux Falls Lewis Drug locations will be closed on Christmas Day.
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- Manna Bakery and Grocery Store: Manna Bakery and Grocery Store will be open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Hours may vary, so it’s recommended to check their Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.
- Target: Both Target locations in Sioux Falls will be open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
- Scheels: Scheels will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
- Sunshine Foods: Sunshine Foods will be open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
- Walgreens: All six Sioux Falls Walgreens locations will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve and open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Christmas Day. The Walgreens Pharmacy on 41st and Louise will be open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Christmas Day.
- Walmart: Walmart locations throughout Sioux Falls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
We hope this guide helps you navigate what’s open on Christmas Day in Sioux Falls, making your holiday season a little smoother and more enjoyable. Happy Holidays!
