Miami, FL
What’s open and what’s closed in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach for Christmas 2024?
MIAMI — South Florida shoppers and diners face a familiar question on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: what’s open and what’s not? From supermarkets like Publix and Winn-Dixie closing their doors to convenience stores like 7-Eleven ready to rescue last-minute needs, holiday hours vary widely across the region.
Here’s what you need to know about supermarkets, restaurants, shopping malls and more on Dec. 24 and 25:
South Florida supermarkets
- Publix: Open on Christmas Eve until 7 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Winn-Dixie: Open on Christmas Eve, closing at 9 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Aldi: Open on Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Fresh Market: Christmas Eve hours 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. closed on Christmas Day.
- Sedano’s: Christmas Eve hours 7 a.m. to 6 p.m; Christmas Day 8 .m. to 6 p.m.
- Trader Joe’s: Open on Christmas Eve from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Whole Foods: Many stores open on Christmas Eve with modified hours; closed on Christmas Day.
Department and big retail stores in South Florida
- Target: Open on Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Walmart: Open on Christmas Eve from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Big Lots: Open on Christmas Eve from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club: Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Costco: Open on Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
- Sam’s Club: Open on Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
Miami, Broward, Palm Beach pharmacies and convenience stores
- CVS: Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; hours may vary by location.
- Walgreens: Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; hours may vary by location.
- 7-Eleven: Open 24 hours on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
South Florida malls
- Aventura Mall: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Brickell City Centre: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Broward Mall: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Coral Square Mall: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Dadeland Mall: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Dolphin Mall: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- The Falls: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Galleria Fort Lauderdale: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Miami International Mall: Christmas Eve hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Miami Worldcenter: Individual store hours vary on Christmas Eve. Closed on Christmas Day. Lucky Strike, however, is open on Christmas Day from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Pembroke Lakes Mall: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Sawgrass Mills: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Shops at Merrick Park: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
- Westland Mall: Christmas Eve hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day.
Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach restaurants
At least some of these restaurants locations are open on Christmas Day:
Government offices, libraries, garbage collection
- No services on Christmas Day.
Mass transit in South Florida
- Miami-Dade: Metrobus, Metrorail and Metromover will run Christmas Day on a Sunday schedule. Metrolink will not be operating. STS customers can reserve or cancel a trip at 305-871-1111.
- Broward: Broward County Transit buses will run Christmas Day on a Sunday schedule. Trip planning help for fixed and TOPS Paratransit routes will be available 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at 954-357-8400 (TTY 954-357-8302).
- Tri-Rail: The rail service will run on its weekend/holiday schedule.
- Brightline: Service on Christmas Day.
Please note that hours can vary by location, and some stores may have further modifications. Check with your local store to confirm their specific holiday hours to ensure a smooth shopping experience.
Three people were hurt after a building caught fire on Lincoln Road on Sunday, according to authorities.
The Miami Beach Fire Department said it was working a fire near 230 Lincoln Road.
The flames had spread from a fire in a manhole that “ignited an FPL vault of an adjacent building,” officials said.
Three people were taken to Mount Sinai Medical Center with minor injuries.
The building was evacuated, and FPL has shut off power to the surrounding area, the fire department said.
Drivers were asked to avoid the area of Collins Avenue between 16th and 17th streets while crews worked the scene.
Miami, FL
“Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” star Tommie Lee among 6 arrested during World Cup match in Miami, sheriff says
Reality television personality Tommie Lee — whose real name is Atasha Jefferson — best known for her appearances on “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” was among six people arrested during the England vs. Norway FIFA World Cup match in Miami on Saturday, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office.
The sheriff’s office said 60,024 fans attended the match. Deputies also reported 19 ejections from the stadium, adding that all incidents were isolated and handled quickly.
Authorities have not yet released the circumstances surrounding Jefferson’s arrest or any charges she may face.
A social media account that regularly reports celebrity news claimed Sunday that Jefferson was arrested July 11 and released July 12 after posting a $1,000 bond. The post also alleged she is facing a felony charge of interference with a sporting or entertainment event and said she later shared a video on Snapchat appearing to be in good spirits after her release.
What we don’t know
CBS News has not independently verified those claims, including the reported charge, bond amount or release information, and Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office has not publicly confirmed those details.
CBS News has also not independently verified what led to the encounter, and the sheriff’s office has not said what prompted deputies to take Jefferson into custody.
CBS News has requested Jefferson’s arrest report, booking information and any charging documents from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office. A request for comment has also been sent to Jefferson’s representatives.
Reality TV star’s legal troubles in South Florida amid World Cup festivities
Jefferson rose to national prominence as one of the breakout personalities on “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” before later appearing on several Zeus Network reality series, where she has remained a frequent cast member.
This is not Jefferson’s first legal issue in South Florida. In 2024, she was arrested in Miami Beach on a battery charge following an incident outside LIV Nightclub. Court records from that case alleged she physically confronted another person before officers took her into custody.
Saturday’s arrest comes as Miami continues hosting FIFA World Cup matches that have drawn tens of thousands of fans from around the world. Despite the arrests and ejections, the sheriff’s office said the event proceeded safely and described the incidents as isolated.
This is a developing story. CBS News will update this article as additional information, including the exact circumstances surrounding Jefferson’s arrest and any charges, becomes available.
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