Local shopping hours have been adjusted for the holiday season to accommodate last-minute shoppers and holiday preparations. Many malls and grocery stores have announced their Christmas Eve schedules to help customers plan their visits effectively.
Mall Hours and Security Measures
Local malls such as Eastview Mall in Victor, Greece Ridge Mall, and Marketplace Mall are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. They remain closed on Christmas Day and then return to regular hours, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., starting Friday. To improve shopper safety, the Greece Police Department and Ontario County Sheriff’s Office have increased patrols at these malls and their parking lots. Authorities advise customers to keep valuables out of sight and avoid leaving personal items unattended.
Grocery Store Christmas Eve Hours
Several grocery store chains have published their Christmas Eve hours to meet holiday demand:
- Wegmans: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Walmart: Closing at 6 p.m., opening hours vary
- Tops: 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- BJs: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- ALDI: Open until 4 p.m., opening times vary
- Costco (Westfall Road): 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Whole Foods (Monroe Avenue): 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
These hours allow customers to purchase ingredients and essentials for Christmas meals conveniently.
Roc Holiday Village Schedule
The Roc Holiday Village at MLK Park in downtown Rochester remains closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. It will reopen Friday and operate through Sunday, except for Mondays and Tuesdays, until the end of December. Visitors can enjoy festive activities and attractions during this reopening period.
Shoppers expressed mixed feelings about holiday marketing, emphasizing family time over commercial aspects. The National Retail Federation predicts holiday spending will increase between 3.7% and 4.2%. With updated hours and enhanced security, holiday shopping and preparations aim to be safer and smoother for everyone involved.
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