Surprisingly, Hobby Lobby closes their doors on days when other businesses rake in sales, they even close on a couple “holidays” that are kinda strange. To save you the guesswork of hoping Hobby Lobby is open when you go, learn exactly what hours they’re open the odd days that they close.

Hobby Lobby’s Weekday Hours

Hobby Lobby is open from 9 am to 8 pm during regular weekdays.

Although most stores are open at these times, it’s smart you look up your specific store to check their weekday hours.

That being said, expect most locations to be open from 9 am to 8 pm, Monday through Friday.

According to this Reddit thread, the owner decided on these reasonable store hours because as a teenager he hated working jobs that required him to work late and get up really early to start a shift.

Weekend Hours Are Slightly Different

Hobby Lobby is also open from 9 am to 8 pm on Saturday.

However, they’re CLOSED on Sundays for religious reasons.

Hobby Lobby is a Christian-based company where Sundays serve as days of rest in the Christian faith.

Therefore, they lock the doors on Sundays as a way to give more time for customers and employees alike to worship and spend time with friends and family.

That being said, you can still make online purchases on Sundays (or any day/time of the week).

PRO TIP: AVOID SATURDAY RUSH

Hobby Lobby’s policy of closing on Sundays makes Saturdays the only weekend day for shoppers to visit.

Many people wait until the weekend to buy last-minute supplies for church, weddings, parties, or home projects making it a busy day at most locations.

If you have to shop on a Saturday, arrive as close to when they open at 9 am to avoid the crowd. Avoid the busiest Saturday times which are typically late morning (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) and afternoon (2 p.m. to 4 p.m.) when families are out running errands.

If possible, shop on Friday evenings, after 5 pm. Many people avoid shopping on Friday nights, making it a smart time to shop.

See Also: Hobby Lobby Return Policy: A Full Breakdown with Clever Savings Hacks

Hobby Lobby’s Holiday Hours

Inevitably, Hobby Lobby is closed or has limited hours on certain holidays.

The following holidays that have limited store hours include:

– New Year’s Day (9 am to 5 pm)

– Memorial Day (9 am to 5:30 pm)

– Independence Day (9 am to 5:30 pm)

– Labor Day (9 am to 5:30 pm)

– Christmas Eve (9 am to 5:30 pm)

– New Year’s Eve (9 am to 5 pm)

And….Hobby Lobby is CLOSED on the following holidays:

– Easter Sunday

– Mother’s Day

– Father’s Day

– Thanksgiving

– Christmas

I find it strange that they advertise on their website that they close their doors on Mother’s and Father’s Day. Both of these days are ALWAYS on a Sunday, a day in which they are closed anyways.

On all other holidays, Hobby Lobby should be open during normal store hours from 9 am to 8 pm.

As always, be sure to research your local store for specific holiday hours as location hours may vary.

PRO TIP: BEST WAYS TO SHOP ON A SATURDAY

If you don’t have any other options but to shop on a Saturday, use these strategies to streamline your shopping experience.

1. Shop Online and Ship to Your Home – While you can’t pick up items in-store, Hobby Lobby’s website allows you to shop online and have items shipped directly to your home. This is a great option if you want to avoid the Saturday rush altogether.

2. Call Ahead to Check Stock – To save time, call your local Hobby Lobby store during the week to confirm whether the items you want are in stock. This avoids wasted trips or long browsing sessions on busy Saturdays.

3. Create a Shopping List Beforehand – Plan your trip by making a detailed shopping list. This will help you go straight to the aisles you need and reduce time spent navigating the store during peak hours.

They Don’t Open Early on Black Friday Hours

Hobby Lobby is open 8 am through 9 pm on Black Friday.

Shop till you drop on the biggest shopping day of the year, just not at the crack of dawn like many stores.

See Also: Hobby Lobby Sale Schedule: Never Pay Full-Price Again

The Holidays That They Are Open

The majority of Hobby Lobby stores are open on the following holidays:

– New Year’s Day

– Martin Luther King Day

– Valentine’s Day

– President’s Day

– St. Patrick’s Day

– Good Friday

– Easter Monday

– Cinco de Mayo

– Memorial Day

– Juneteeth

– 4th of July

– Labor Day

– Columbus Day

– Halloween

– Veterans Day

– Black Friday

– Christmas Eve

– Boxing Day (December 26th)

– New Year’s Eve

Be sure to check your specific store’s location for exact holiday hours, as they may be shortened and run on holiday hours.

See Also: Hobby Lobby Savings Tips That’ll Save You Some Cash

What Holidays Are They Closed?

The majority of Hobby Lobby stores are closed on the following holidays:

– Easter Sunday

– Mother’s Day

– Father’s Day

– Thanksgiving

– Christmas

It’s important to remember that all Hobby Lobby stores are also closed each and every Sunday.

Keep in mind that their website is open for business 24/7 if you need to get your shopping fix.

Their Online Customer Service Hours

Hobby Lobby’s online customer service is available 8 am to 5 pm (Central Time) from Monday through Friday.

If you have any questions or concerns feel free to call their customer service line at 1-855-329-7060 for any in-store questions.

If you have any questions about their online store (www.HobbyLobby.com), you can call the customer service line at 1-800-888-0321.

Ask the Reader: Have you ever showed up at a Hobby Lobby on a Sunday only to remember that they’re closed? Happened to me just a couple weeks ago.

By Kyle James

Kyle James( Owner/Founder )

I started Rather-Be-Shopping.com in 2000 and have become a consumer expert and advocate writing about out-of-the-box ways to save at stores like Amazon, Walmart, Target and Costco to name a few. I’ve been featured on FOX News, Good Morning America, and the NY Times talking about my savings tips. (Learn more)