India, Oct. 7 -- If you're planning a visit to Olive Garden during the holiday season, you may want to check the calendar first. The restaurant chain has confirmed that its more than 950 locations across the US will close on Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.

The closures will last for 24 hours on each holiday, meaning customers will not be able to dine at Olive Garden on November 26 or December 25.

According to Olive Garden's FAQ, the holiday closures are meant to give employees time with their families and friends. Individual restaurants may also close early on the day before Thanksgiving or on Christmas Eve.

The company says those early closing times are decided by local management, so customers should check with their nearby res...