Holiday guide to coffee on Christmas Day

Starbucks

• Many Starbucks locations may be open on Christmas Day, but hours vary widely by store. 

• Standalone cafés sometimes close the whole day so staff can spend Christmas with family, while licensed Starbucks inside airports, hotels, or travel hubs often stay open with limited hours. 

• Because there’s no universal Starbucks holiday schedule, the best way to know for sure is to:

  1. Check the Starbucks app — it shows real-time Christmas hours. 

  2. Use the Starbucks store locator on starbucks.com before heading out. 

  3. Call your local store ahead of time. 

 In many areas, Starbucks that are open on Christmas operate with reduced hours, often closing earlier than usual in the afternoon.

 Is Dunkin’ Open on Christmas?

Dunkin’ (formerly Dunkin’ Donuts)

• Many Dunkin’ stores do stay open on Christmas Day, but like Starbucks, hours are not guaranteed and vary by location.

• Typical patterns from past holiday schedules show reduced hours (for example, early morning into mid-afternoon) rather than full regular hours. 

• Because most Dunkin’ shops are franchise-operated, whether a particular store is open and its exact timing depends on the franchise owner’s decision. ✔ Good advice: Use the Dunkin’ app or store locator or call your nearest Dunkin’ before visiting to confirm holiday hours.

 What Coffee Chains Are Open in Rhode Island on Christmas Day?

In Rhode Island specifically, many local cafes may operate on Christmas Day, especially those in hotel restaurants or downtown areas that cater to holiday visitors. 

However, individual hours for independently owned shops can vary widely (and many will choose to close or have reduced hours). 

Local Coffee Spots to Check (Some Often Open at Holidays)

Here are several beloved RI coffee shops and cafes you might find open (but call ahead to confirm Christmas Day hours):

 Providence & Metro Area

• Pastiche Fine Desserts – Popular bakery with coffee service.

• Little City Coffee & Kitchen – Local favorite café.

• New Harvest Coffee – Artisan coffee roaster & café.

• Brown Bee Coffee – Chill coffee spot downtown.

• Ceremony – Cozy coffee & tea cafe.

• Bolt Coffee – Good pick-me-up on Washington St.

• Daves Coffee – Well-reviewed local roastery & café.

• The Nitro Bar- Providence – Nitro coffee specialty shop.

• Caffè Nero – European-style coffee & small bites.

• Downtown Makers Marketplace – Café and artisan space.

 Beyond Providence

• Mia Cane Juicery And Ącai Bar – Coffee & smoothies, often open daily.

• Naga Coffeehouse – Local Cranston café.

• Downeast Coffee Roasters – Roastery-style café in Pawtucket.

• Madrid European Bakery and Patisserie – Bakery with holiday sweets and coffee.

Important: While these local spots are great choices, holiday hours vary — many indie cafes choose to close or operate shorter hours on Christmas Day.

 Calling ahead or checking social media before heading out is strongly recommended.

Tips for Christmas Coffee Runs

• Check apps & locators: Starbucks and Dunkin’ apps give real-time holiday hours. 

• Call ahead: Many local RI cafés post seasonal hours late or choose to close the holiday entirely.

• Morning is best: If the store is open, morning hours are usually longest before staff head out for the holiday.

 Summary

Coffee Chain / Shop	Likely Open on Christmas Day?
Starbucks	✔️ Some locations (varies)
Dunkin’	✔️ Many locations (varies)
Local RI Cafés	✓ Some may open; check individually