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Christmas Eve 2020 is Thursday, Dec. 24.

It’s a day of remembrance around the birth of Jesus, with some people attending a midnight mass at church to observe the day.

Unofficial Christmas Eve traditions began during World War I fighting, coined as “the Christmas truce” in 1914 and 1915. German soldiers lit candles and sung Christmas carols, while British troops responded by singing English carols. Small gifts were also sometimes exchanged.

Here is everything you need to know about what’s open and what’s closed on Christmas Eve 2020.

Is Christmas Eve a federal holiday?

Yes, at least for this year. President Donald Trump issued an executive order for all executive departments and agencies of the federal government to be closed on Christmas Eve if they choose to be.

Christmas Eve is still not considered one of the 12 observed state holidays in New Jersey, although many workers opt to take the day off and some services could be limited. Christmas Day is the final state holiday of the year.

Is mail delivered on Christmas Eve 2020? Will the mail run on Christmas Eve?

The USPS says on its website mail will still be delivered on Christmas Eve, despite the executive order. FedEx and UPS also will still be delivering.

Is the post office open on Christmas Eve 2020?

United States Postal Service offices will be open despite the President’s executive order, although the USPS website says post offices may close early on Christmas Eve and recommends checking hours locally.

Are banks open on Christmas Eve 2020?

Most banks should be open, despite the President’s executive order. The following banks are scheduled to be open for Christmas Eve:

Are the stock markets open on Christmas Eve 2020?

Yes. Stock markets will be open on Christmas Eve but will close early at 1 p.m. Nasdaq trading will also close at 1 p.m., while bond markets will close at 2 p.m.

What stores are open on Christmas Eve 2020?

Many stores will be open on Christmas Eve, but will have reduced hours.

Here are stores confirmed to be open, along with store hours, according to a report by Offers.com:

What are the best sales during Christmas Eve 2020?

There are plenty of enticing sales being offered online during Christmas Eve 2020.

Here are just a few of the more popular ones out there:

Will grocery stores be open on Christmas Eve 2020?

Many supermarkets will be open with reduced hours. Shoppers should ultimately check with their local supermarket for specific information.

The following grocery stores will be open with reduced hours:

Are restaurants open on Christmas Eve 2020? Is McDonald’s open?

Many local and chain restaurants should be open on Christmas Eve if you want to grab some takeout for holiday dinner.

Some McDonald’s locations will be open on Christmas Eve, according to a report by CountryLiving.com.

ThePioneerWoman.com has also compiled a list of 30 restaurants that are open on Christmas Eve, with some varying by location.

Are malls open on Christmas Eve 2020?

All malls in New Jersey will be open, along with most major shopping centers throughout the state if you need to get in some last-minute holiday shopping.

The following malls and shopping centers in New Jersey will be open:

  • American Dream (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Bridgewater Commons (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Cherry Hill Mall (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Cumberland Mall (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Deptford Mall (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Freehold Raceway Mall (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Gloucester Premium Outlets (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Hamilton Mall (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Hudson Mall (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Jackson Premium Outlets (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Jersey Shore Premium Outlets (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Livingston Mall (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • MarketFair Mall (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Menlo Park Mall (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Monmouth Mall (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Moorestown Mall (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Newport Centre (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Newport Crossing (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.)
  • Newport Plaza (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.)
  • Ocean County Mall (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Paramus Park Mall (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Quaker Bridge Mall (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Rockaway Townsquare (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Short Hills Mall (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • The Mills at Jersey Gardens (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • The Shops at Riverside (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Voorhees Town Center (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Westfield Garden State Plaza (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Willowbrook Mall (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
  • Woodbridge Center Mall (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

Are New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission locations open on Christmas Eve 2020?

Motor Vehicle Commission offices appear to be open on Christmas Eve, despite the President’s executive order, according to its website. However, be sure to check your local MVC, as one-third of the state’s 39 MVC agencies are currently closed due to the coronavirus.

Online processing of some documents are available on Motor Vehicle Commission’s website.

Additionally, all New Jersey state offices and courts will be open.

Does NJ Transit, PATH and SEPTA operate on a normal schedule?

NJ Transit and PATH will operate on normal schedules, while SEPTA will operate on a modified weekday schedule. For NJ Transit, riders should use NJ Transit’s online trip planner to double-check arrival and departure times.

When is the next federal holiday?

The next federal holiday is Christmas Day on Friday, Dec. 25.

For more information about the history of Christmas Eve, check out the video below:

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