Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2025—what’s open and closed in The Magic City

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Vulcan is ready for the holidays! (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Planning to be out and about in Birmingham on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? Here’s a quick look at what’s open and closed around The Magic City.

Read on to learn more.

Restaurants

However you choose to celebrate, Birmingham restaurants are ready to serve on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Here’s a look at where you can enjoy a meal on December 24 and 25.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

If a steak dinner is on your holiday agenda, head to Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Birmingham.

Texas de Brazil

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Texas de Brazil brings Brazilian steakhouse dining to Birmingham. (Bham Now)

Feeling extra hungry? Texas de Brazil is known for its all-you-can-eat Brazilian meats and extensive salad bar.

The Yard

With multiple food options, drinks and a laid-back atmosphere—The YARD Birmingham is a flexible choice for holiday dining.

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine

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Bay Leaf is located in Five Points South. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

If you’re in the mood for bold flavors over the holiday weekend, Bayleaf Modern Indian Cuisine offers classic Indian dishes with a modern twist.

Sushi Village Gardendale

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Sushi Village, a hole-in-the-wall sushi spot in Gardendale. (Makenzi Fultz / Bham Now)

From creative rolls to traditional sushi and hibachi-style options—Sushi Village is known for its variety of options and laid-back atmosphere.

Red Pearl

Red Pearl Restaurant
Located inside the Super Oriental Market, Red Pearl Restaurant is a Birmingham favorite for Chinese and Asian cuisine. (Bham Now)

If you’re craving Chinese and Asian favorites, Red Pearl Restaurant in Homewood serves a wide variety of authentic dishes alongside the Super Oriental Market.

Mr Chen’s

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Mr. Chen’s Authentic Chinese Restaurant. (Pat Byington/Bham Now)

Mr. Chen’s in Homewood is known for its range of Chinese dishes and laid-back atmosphere, perfect for grabbing a bite.

Saltgrass Steak House

Saltgrass Steak House brings chargrilled steaks, seafood and other traditional steakhouse dishes to Hoover, offering a familiar place to grab dinner over the Christmas holiday.

Big Bad Breakfast

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Big Bad Breakfast in Homewood. (Callie Morrison / Bham Now)

Big Bad Breakfast is a favorite for breakfast classics—from house-made biscuits and grits to breakfast sandwiches and more.

Culinary Dropout

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This burger is looking so good at Culinary Dropout. (Jacob Blankenship/Bham Now)

Culinary Dropout at The Summit offers a casual dining experience with a menu full of comfort food favorites, cocktails and shareable plates.

Local activities

Looking to get out of the house? Several Birmingham attractions remain open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Up-Down

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Classic arcade games and pinball at Up-Down Arcade Bar in Birmingham. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

With vintage arcade games, pizza and drinks, Up-Down Arcade Bar offers a casual way to spend time with friends in Birmingham.

Dave & Busters

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A friendly game night at Dave & Buster’s. (Bham Now)

Known for its expansive game floor and TV-lined bar—Dave & Buster’s is a go-to for group outings and casual hangouts.

The Birmingham Zoo

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Glow Wild at the Birmingham Zoo (Patience Itson / Bham Now)

Looking for a daytime outing? The Birmingham Zoo remains open on Christmas Eve for visitors.

Spare Time Trussville

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Bowling lanes and lots of fun at Spare Time Trussville. (Anne Holmes / Bham Now)

Spare Time Trussville has plenty to keep you entertained—from bowling to arcade games and other indoor activities, it’s an easy pick for family-friendly fun.

Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema

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Popcorn and previews at Sidewalk Cinema. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Located downtown inside Pizitz Food Hall, Sidewalk Cinema offers a cozy spot to catch independent and specialty films.

AMC Patton Creek 15

AMC Patton Creek 15 will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, offering showtimes throughout the holiday.

AMC Dine-In Vestavia Hills 10

If you want to skip choosing between dinner or a movie, AMC Dine-In Vestavia Hills 10 lets you do both in one stop.

Oak Mountain State Park

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Take family or friends for a hike at Oak Mountain State Park (Bham Now)

While park facilities will be closed, Oak Mountain State Park will keep its hiking trails open, making it a good option for getting outside over the holiday.

Retail stores

Need to squeeze in some last-minute shopping? These Birmingham retail stores are open for last-minute shopping on Christmas Eve

Riverchase Galleria

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Riverchase Galleria and the Food Court. (Pat Byington/Bham Now)

Riverchase Galleria will be open on Christmas Eve for shoppers looking to wrap up last-minute holiday errands.

Alabama Goods

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Alabama Goods features locally made gifts and goods from Alabama artists. (Makenzi Fultz / Bham Now)

For meaningful, locally made gifts, Alabama Goods is a solid stop for holiday shopping.

Grocery Stores + Drug Stores

  • CVS – Closing early on Christmas Eve | Closed on Christmas Day
  • Walgreens – Christmas Eve hours: 8AM-11PM | Christmas Day hours: 8AM-5PM
  • Target – Christmas Eve hours: 7AM-8PM | Closed Christmas Day

Know a Birmingham spot that’s open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day and not listed here? Let us know on Instagram + Facebook so we can add it to the list.

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