Christmas Day in the neighborhood has a very specific energy — quieter streets, slower mornings, stretchy pants, and the sudden realization that you absolutely need coffee, food, or somewhere that is not your couch. Whether you’re sneaking out for a walk, escaping the house for a bit, or keeping the celebration going into the evening, these local spots are stepping up and opening their doors on December 25.

These are the real holiday MVPs. Be nice. Tip well. Enjoy. This list is frequently updated, check back as we add more!

Religious Services:

Our Lady of Mount Carmel — Christmas Day Masses

Our Lady of Mount Carmel continues the celebration on Christmas Day with two services featuring beautiful seasonal music. Join them at 9:00am for Music of the Season with cantor and organ, or at 11:00am (with a musical prelude beginning at 10:40am) featuring the Contemporary Choir.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church — Christmas Day Eucharist

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will celebrate Christmas Day with a Eucharist at 10:00am in the church, offering a peaceful and reflective way to mark the holiday. They’ll also hold a Eucharist for the First Sunday of Christmas on Sunday, December 28 at 10:00am for anyone continuing the season locally.

Coffee, Breakfast & Morning Fuel

Klein’s Bakery & Café — 8:00am–3:00pm

Klein’s is saving Christmas morning with fresh pastries, warm drinks, and a special holiday menu that makes waking up early feel worth it. Whether you need breakfast, dessert, or an excuse to leave the house, this is the move.

Food, Drinks & Festive Stops

Santa Baby Bar — 12:00pm–8:00pm (limited food menu)

Santa Baby goes full holiday maximalism on Christmas Day, with over-the-top décor and festive drinks that scream “we’re still celebrating.” If subtle is not your thing, you’ll feel right at home here.

Jingle Junkie — 3:00pm–2:00am

Christmas night, but make it chaotic and sparkly. Jingle Junkie opens mid-afternoon and keeps the party going late, complete with themed drinks, wild décor, and serious holiday energy.

The Graystone Tavern / 8 Crazy Nights — 2:30pm–2:00am

Graystone goes all in on Christmas Day with drink specials and bar snacks designed for lingering. Expect $12 Juicy Lucy Egg Rolls, $5 SKOL Bombs, $6 Surly Drafts, $20 Michelob Golden Buckets, and $30 Surfside Buckets — aka, plenty of reasons to stay awhile.

Gman Tavern — 3:00pm–2:00am

Gman is your low-pressure, no-frills Christmas Day hang — open late with classic dive-bar vibes and plenty of room to unwind. Come as you are, stay as long as you want.

Almost Home Tavern (Home Alone vibes) — Opens at 5:00pm, limited kitchen

Almost Home is opening at 5pm for the Broncos game, because football absolutely counts as a Christmas tradition. Expect a limited kitchen menu and $22 domestic pitchers, aka an easy, low-stress way to spend the evening.

Elf’d Up — 2:00pm–10:00pm

Elf’d Up understood the assignment: they’re open on Christmas Day and offering free pizza. Add in festive chaos and high-energy vibes, and you’ve got a very solid holiday plan.

Cumin — Lunch 11:00am–2:30pm | Dinner 4:00pm–10:00pm

Cumin is open all day for dine-in, delivery, and pickup, making it one of the easiest and tastiest Christmas Day meal options around. No cooking, no stress, just really good food.

The North End — 6:00pm–2:00am

If your Christmas plans include late-night drinks and a lively crowd, The North End opens in the evening to keep things going. It’s a great post-dinner stop when you’re not quite ready to call it a night.

Sidetrack — 3:00pm–2:00am (Christmas Day)

Sidetrack is keeping the holiday party going all afternoon and night, with $3 frozen cocktails because Thursdays still deserve respect. If Christmas Day calls for dancing, drinks, and zero cleanup, this is your move.

The Bagel Restaurant and Deli— 8 am to 8 pm

Cozy up at this neighborhood staple all day long!

Creative & “I Need to Leave the House” Options

Shruti Box Studios — Open all day, $45/hour

If you’re craving quiet, creativity, or a little solo time, Shruti Box Studios is open all day on Christmas. Book an hour, escape the noise & make your own, and do your thing.

Essentials & Errands

Walgreens – Halsted — Store: 8:00am–5:00pm | Pharmacy: Closed

For batteries, cold medicine, forgotten stocking stuffers, or that one thing no one thought of — Walgreens is open. It’s the unsung hero of Christmas Day.