If youâre still behind on your holiday shopping, donât panicâTarget has your back. The popular chain just announced extended store hours plus same-day delivery and pickup options right up until Christmas Eve. "At Target, we understand that life can get busy, which is why we're committed to making last-minute holiday shopping easy and affordable with delivery options and deals that fit every schedule and budget," says Michael Fiddelke, Target executive vice president and chief operating officer. "Whether you're picking up one final gift or making a quick grocery run, our team is ready to help you wrap up your to-do list and save money in multiple ways so you can enjoy the magic of the season." Hereâs what shoppers need to know.
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Extended Holiday Store Hours
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If you need to run into your local Target and pick up a few last minute items, whether itâs early in the morning or late at night. âMost of the retailer's nearly 2,000 stores are open for extended hours of 7 a.m. to midnight (check local store hours), through Dec. 23, for guests to shop the season's must-have finds and thousands of low-priced options,â Target says via their press release. âOn Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, stores will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. All Target stores are closed on Christmas Day, Dec. 25.â
Same-Day Delivery Perks
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Targetâs same-day delivery is incredibly convenient year-round, but especially so when youâre too busy with holiday preparation to leave your home and brave traffic. âSame-day delivery orders placed by 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve can be delivered to guests' doorsteps â or sent to anyone on their shopping list,â Target says. âMembers of Target Circle 360, the retailer's paid membership program, enjoy unlimited same-day delivery on orders over $35. For nonmembers, same-day delivery is available for $9.99 per order.â
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Use the Pick-Up Option
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Take all the stress out of shopping by using Targetâs trust pick-up feature, where you donât even have to leave your car. âGuests on the go can also get orders delivered to their car via Drive Up, with orders placed by 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve available for pickup the same day,â Target says. âThey can also make a return and get Starbucks without leaving their car. Navigating to a Target store to pick up a Drive Up or Order Pickup purchase is now easier than ever with the Target app on Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.â
Incredible Deals
ShutterstockTarget can be relied on for snagging bargains year-round, and this holiday season is no exception. The chain is encouraging Target Circle members to take full advantage of some excellent holiday deals from Dec. 15-24, including 50% off select toys including Squishmallows, 5 Surprise and Play-Doh, $40 off beauty and health, 40% off small appliances like Cuisinart and Ninja (great for gifts!) and an impressive 40% off floor care brands including Dyson and Shark. Thatâs Christmas and the holidays sorted!
