If you need a new toaster, a chainsaw, or 500 pounds of wrapping paper, you’re in luck. Walmart and Target are usually open. But check their hours—they love to play tricks.
Pro tip: They open early, like 6 AM. That’s when the “doorbuster” deals happen. You’ll see people in pajamas fighting over a 50-inch TV. It’s pure sport.
The best part? Costco is often closed on Boxing Day. Yes, the warehouse of dreams shuts its doors. Why? They give their employees a break. Good for them, bad for your bulk-buying addiction.
The Mall Maze: A Survival Guide
Malls are like a box of chocolates on Boxing Day. You never know what you’re gonna get. Most major malls open, but with reduced hours. They’ll close by 7 PM, so don’t dawdle.
Here’s the kicker: Anchors (like Macy’s or Nordstrom) are open. But smaller kiosks? They might be ghost towns. You’ll see a guy selling phone cases and a silent pretzel stand.
Fun fact: Boxing Day sales are bigger than Black Friday in Canada and the UK. Americans, take notes. It’s a whole different level of retail chaos.
