You know what they say... 'tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to do that than by sharing a delightful meal with loved ones? While many people cherish the Christmas tradition of a home-cooked Christmas dinner, others prefer the ease of eating out. Understandably so! With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, cooking on the big day might feel less jolly and more like an added recipe for stress.

If you're wanting to hang up your apron until the New Year, we completely understand. So skip the grocery stores open on Christmas and instead check out the many restaurants open on Christmas so you can indulge in a hearty holiday meal come December 25 without even stepping foot in the kitchen.

And for those of you really wanting to feast, well, Golden Corral is the place to be. After all, they have an endless buffet at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with so many options. Translation: Even the pickiest members of your family will find something they love: Christmas ham, a slew of holiday side dishes, festive desserts. While you can enjoy these dishes during December, is Golden Corral even open on Christmas Day in 2024? Read on to learn their holiday hours.

So, Is Golden Corral Open on Christmas in 2024?

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Here's the thing about Golden Corral's Christmas schedule: It's not super straightforward. According to a spokesperson for the restaurant, "All Golden Corral Restaurants hours will vary by location on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day." So you'll have to check with your local restaurant by calling or checking the Golden Corral website. Some locations are closed on December 25 while others are operating with reduced hours.

Say your location is open—you can count on a festive feast! The chain restaurant will be offering a holiday-themed buffet featuring all of your favorite Christmas foods like turkey, glazed ham, and beef roast with scrumptious sides including stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, and their famous yeast rolls. And don't forget about pie! 😍 These items are available at the buffet through the holiday season on weekdays after 4 p.m. Weekend hours, item availability, and prices may vary.

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Better yet, you don't even have to dine-in to enjoy the menu! Golden Corral will also "offer a convenient alternative to cooking at home with Holiday Meals To-Go." You'll get a complete traditional meal for six to eight people including your choice of meat plus all the sides listed above, an additional side item, and a whole pie. Pick up your platter or have it delivered so you can stay cozied up in your Christmas pajamas the whole day! To-go orders can be placed through the Golden Corral app or online at GoldenCorral.com. Just make sure to place your order 72 hours in advance.

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Macie Reynolds is the assistant editor of E-Commerce and SEO for The Pioneer Woman.