What Time Does Culver’s Open and Close? (2026 Hours)
Most Culver’s restaurants open around 10:00 or 10:30 a.m. and close between 10:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., with a few staying open until midnight. Each restaurant is independently owned and sets its own hours, so there is no single national schedule. Check your location in the Culver’s app or restaurant locator before you go.
This guide covers what time Culver’s opens and closes, drive-thru hours, whether Culver’s serves breakfast, and holiday hours for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. For prices, see our Culver’s menu with prices.
What Time Does Culver’s Open?
Most Culver’s restaurants open at 10:00 or 10:30 a.m. Published guides give both times, which fits the fact that owners choose their own hours. Some locations may open later on Sundays or in small markets.
What Time Does Culver’s Close?
Most Culver’s restaurants close at 10:00 p.m., and many close at 11:00 p.m., especially on Friday and Saturday. When Culver’s closes at a busy highway location can be as late as midnight. If you are asking when Culver’s closes tonight, the app shows the exact time for the restaurant you pick.
| Day | Typical open | Typical close |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday to Thursday | 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. | 10:00 p.m. |
| Friday and Saturday | 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. | 10:00 to 11:00 p.m. |
| Drive-thru | Same as dining room | Same, and sometimes later |
These are typical times from unofficial guides, not an official chain schedule. Your restaurant may differ.
Does Culver’s Have Breakfast?
No, Culver’s does not have a breakfast menu. Restaurants open mid-morning and serve the regular menu from the start, including ButterBurgers, chicken, cheese curds and custard. If you need breakfast food, look at the McDonald’s menu or the Dunkin’ menu instead.
Are Culver’s Drive-Thru Hours Different?
At most restaurants the drive-thru runs the same hours as the dining room. A few busy locations keep the drive-thru open a little longer, so confirm in the app if you plan a late stop.
Is Culver’s Open on Thanksgiving?
Most Culver’s restaurants were reported closed on Thanksgiving Day last year. Thanksgiving 2026 is Thursday, November 26, and we did not find an official 2026 announcement. Plan on a closure, and check the app on November 25. For other options, see our list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving.
Is Culver’s Open on Christmas and New Year’s Day?
Unofficial guides say Culver’s is usually closed on Christmas Day and runs reduced hours on Christmas Eve. They also say most restaurants are open on New Year’s Day with regular hours. These notes describe past patterns, not confirmed 2026 hours.
| Holiday | 2026 date | Usual pattern (last year’s reports) |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | Thursday, Nov 26 | Closed at most restaurants |
| Christmas Eve | Thursday, Dec 24 | Open, reduced hours |
| Christmas Day | Friday, Dec 25 | Closed at most restaurants |
| New Year’s Day | Friday, Jan 1, 2027 | Open, regular hours |
For other places that serve on the holiday, see our list of restaurants open on Christmas. Holiday decisions belong to each owner, so call the restaurant to be sure.
Why Culver’s Hours Differ by Restaurant
Culver’s restaurants are owned and run by local franchise partners. Each owner decides when to open and close based on local demand, staffing and weather. That is why two Culver’s in the same city can post different times, and why a national hours list can only give a typical range.
Other Holidays
Unofficial guides say Culver’s is usually closed on Easter Sunday and open with regular hours on days such as Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. Some owners close early or take a day off, so treat this as a general pattern and confirm with your restaurant.
Tips for Planning a Visit
- Check the posted hours before a late-night stop, because closing time is the part that varies most.
- Look at the drive-thru hours separately if you plan to order close to closing.
- If you want a specific custard, read our guide to the Culver’s Flavor of the Day first.
- On holidays, call the restaurant the day before.
How to Check Your Culver’s Hours
- Open the Culver’s app or the restaurant locator and choose your location.
- Look at the posted hours, which include any holiday changes the owner has entered.
- Call the restaurant if you are unsure about the drive-thru or a holiday.
Similar Restaurants
If Culver’s is closed, you can compare the Steak n Shake menu, the Freddy’s menu, the Sonic menu or the Wendy’s menu.
Frequently asked questions
What time does Culver’s open?
Most Culver’s restaurants open at 10:00 or 10:30 a.m. Hours are set by each owner, so confirm your location in the app.
What time does Culver’s close?
Most Culver’s restaurants close at 10:00 p.m., and many close at 11:00 p.m. on weekends. A few stay open until midnight, and the answer to when Culver’s closes depends on the location.
Does Culver’s have breakfast?
No. Culver’s does not have a breakfast menu. Restaurants open mid-morning and serve the regular menu.
Are Culver’s drive-thru hours the same as the dining room?
At most restaurants, yes. Some busy locations keep the drive-thru open a little longer.
Is Culver’s open on Thanksgiving?
Most Culver’s were reported closed on Thanksgiving last year. Thanksgiving 2026 is November 26, and no official 2026 hours were found, so check the app first.
Is Culver’s open on Christmas?
Unofficial guides say most Culver’s are closed on Christmas Day and have reduced hours on Christmas Eve. Christmas Day 2026 is Friday, December 25, so confirm with your restaurant.
Is Culver’s open on New Year’s Day?
Unofficial guides say most Culver’s are open on New Year’s Day with regular hours. New Year’s Day 2027 is Friday, January 1, and holiday hours can vary by restaurant.
How can I check Culver’s hours near me?
Use the Culver’s app or restaurant locator, pick your restaurant and view its hours. You can also call the restaurant, which is the surest way to confirm holiday hours.
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