What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2025?

As we ring in the new year, many people will be looking for things to do on January 1st, 2025. Whether you're hoping for some retail therapy, a meal at your favorite restaurant, or to pick up some essentials, here’s a rundown of what will be open and closed on New Year’s Day. While many stores, restaurants, and pharmacies will remain open, some services such as banks and post offices will be closed.

Retail Stores Open on New Year’s Day

Several major retail stores will be open, although their hours may vary. Here’s a breakdown:

Walmart: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Target: Regular hours

Kohl’s: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

TJ Maxx: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Marshall’s: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Home Depot: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Lowe’s: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Ace Hardware: Varies by location

JCPenney: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

REI: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Burlington: Closes at 10 p.m.

PetSmart: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Big Lots: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Staples/Office Depot/OfficeMax: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sephora: Varies by location

Notable retail closures include: IKEA, Costco, Sam’s Club, Trader Joe’s, and Aldi.

Grocery Stores Open on New Year’s Day

Many grocery stores will be open with adjusted hours to accommodate shoppers:

Walmart: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Target: Regular hours

Kroger stores: Hours vary by location

Food Lion: Open (hours vary)

Meijer: 6 a.m. to midnight

Whole Foods: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Publix: Some stores close at 7 p.m.; others close at 8 p.m.

Harris Teeter: Open, but pharmacies closed

Wegmans: Open

Stores that will be closed: Costco, Sam’s Club, Trader Joe’s, Aldi.

Pharmacies Open on New Year’s Day

If you need to pick up a prescription, these pharmacy chains will be open, though some may have limited hours:

CVS: Open with reduced hours at some locations. It’s best to call ahead or check online.

Walgreens: Most locations will be closed, but 24-hour pharmacies will remain open.

Rite Aid: Open with varying hours; check online for details.

Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day

If you’re looking for a meal or snack, several popular chain restaurants will be open. Hours vary by location, but here are some options:

McDonald’s, Starbucks, Dunkin': Hours vary; check local stores.

Chick-fil-A: Some locations may have limited hours.

Cracker Barrel: Open

IHOP, Waffle House: Open

Texas Roadhouse, Applebee’s, Olive Garden: Open with varying hours

Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Open

Red Lobster, Fogo de Chão: Open (Fogo de Chão 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.)

Chili’s, Whataburger, Bonefish Grill: Open with varying hours

Closed Services on New Year’s Day

Several services will be closed in observance of New Year's Day:

Banks: Most major banks (e.g., Capital One, Bank of America, CitiBank) will be closed.

Post Offices: The U.S. Postal Service will be closed, and there will be no mail delivery.

Shipping Services: UPS and FedEx will not provide pickup or delivery services. FedEx and UPS stores may be closed.

Important Reminder

Since hours can vary by location, it's always a good idea to check with your local store, restaurant, or service provider online before heading out. Whether you need last-minute shopping or a bite to eat, there will still be plenty of options for making the most of New Year’s Day!