Thankfully there's still a little bit of time to pick up a few goodies and extra items for dinner. Most stores in New Orleans will be open on Christmas Eve, at least for a portion of normal operating hours. As Christmas Day arrives however, stores will start closing their doors.

Several places to eat and activities for families are open to enjoy on Christmas Day in the New Orleans area. Below is a list of restaurants open on Dec. 25th: Grocery option: Things to do: Celebration in the Oaks TOP STORIES FROM WDSU: Special edition Stanley tumblers are selling out,

On Christmas Day, expect a cloudy start with patchy fog developing in the afternoon as rain chances increase. Showers are likely, especially during the late morning and afternoon hours, with isolated thunderstorms possible.