Updated June 2026
Chick fil A holiday hours
Chick-fil-A is closed every Sunday plus Thanksgiving and Christmas. Most other federal holidays follow regular hours — always confirm with your local store or the Chick-fil-A One app before you go.
Always closed
3 days
Sunday · Thanksgiving · Christmas
Early close
Christmas Eve
Often 4:00–6:00 PM
Usually open
Most holidays
Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, etc.
2026 holiday calendar
Typical U.S. patterns. Airport, mall, and campus stores may differ when open.
| Holiday | Status | Typical hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Open | Normal hours (most locations) | Some stores open late |
| Easter Sunday | Closed | Falls on Sunday — always closed | |
| Memorial Day | Open | Normal hours | Busy at travel stops |
| Independence Day (July 4) | Open | Normal hours | Closed if it falls on Sunday |
| Labor Day | Open | Normal hours | |
| Veterans Day | Open | Normal hours | Many locations offer military appreciation |
| Thanksgiving | Closed | All U.S. stores closed | Pick up catering by Wed close |
| Christmas Eve | Early close | Often 4:00–6:00 PM | Varies by Operator |
| Christmas Day | Closed | All U.S. stores closed | |
| Every Sunday | Closed | Company-wide policy since 1946 |
Days Chick-fil-A is always closed
- Every Sunday: Nationwide policy since 1946 — no exceptions for regular operations.
- Thanksgiving Day: All U.S. restaurants closed. Catering pickups must finish by Wednesday close.
- Christmas Day: All U.S. restaurants closed.
Early-close days
- Christmas Eve: Most stores close between 4:00 and 6:00 PM. Confirm in the app.
- New Year's Eve: Often slightly shorter evening hours; still open for lunch and dinner.
Breakfast still ends at 10:30 AM on open holidays; lunch runs from 10:30 AM until the early close.
Catering and holiday planning
For Thanksgiving or Christmas gatherings, place catering orders early and schedule pickup for the day before the closure. Most restaurants need at least 24 hours’ notice; large trays often need 48–72 hours. See the catering menu for trays and packaged meals.
Holiday hours FAQ
Is Chick-fil-A open on Thanksgiving?+
No. Every U.S. Chick-fil-A is closed on Thanksgiving Day. Plan catering pickups for Wednesday before close.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Christmas?+
No on Christmas Day. Christmas Eve is usually open with shortened hours — most stores close between 4:00 and 6:00 PM.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Easter?+
No. Easter always falls on a Sunday, and every Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays nationwide.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Memorial Day?+
Yes — Memorial Day is a normal business day with regular Monday hours (typically 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM).
Is Chick-fil-A open on the 4th of July?+
Yes when July 4 falls on Monday–Saturday. Tourist-heavy locations may stay busier later. If July 4 is a Sunday, all stores are closed.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Labor Day?+
Yes. Labor Day follows normal Monday hours at most restaurants.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Veterans Day?+
Yes. Many locations offer a free entrée or appreciation deal for military and veterans — bring ID and confirm with your store.
Is Chick-fil-A open on New Year's Day?+
Yes at most stores with regular hours. A few quieter locations open later and may skip breakfast — check the app.
What holidays is Chick-fil-A closed?+
Every Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Easter is also closed because it is always a Sunday.
Does Chick-fil-A close early on Christmas Eve?+
Usually yes. Most Operators close between 4:00 and 6:00 PM on Christmas Eve. Exact time varies by restaurant.
Are mall and airport Chick-fil-A locations open on holidays?+
They still follow Chick-fil-A Sunday/Thanksgiving/Christmas closures, but when open they may follow host-venue hours instead of a standard 6:30 AM–10:00 PM schedule.
How do I confirm holiday hours near me?+
Select your restaurant in the Chick-fil-A One app or Google Maps, or call the store. This calendar lists typical patterns — local Operators set final times.
Holiday guides: Christmas Eve · Christmas Day · Thanksgiving · Labor Day · Memorial Day · 4th of July · Veterans Day · New Year's Day · Full hours guide