What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2025? Hours and details for stores, restaurants, more

The calendar is flipping from 2024 to 2025, and whether you're looking to start off the new year with a cup of coffee, a sit-down breakfast, or looking for some retail therapy, consumers should have some options on New Year's Day.

Most restaurant, grocery and retail chains will be open on Jan. 1, albeit some under adjusted hours. Banks, post offices, shipping services and the stock market, however, will be closed on the federal holiday.

Here's everything you need to know about what's open and closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1. Remember, it's best to check with your local store or restaurant online before leaving home, as hours and closures can vary by location.

When is New Year's Day 2025?

New Year's Day is on Wednesday, Jan. 1.

Is Walmart open on New Year's Day?

Yes, Walmart stores will be open regular hours on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Target open on New Year's Day?

Yes, Target stores will be open regular hours on Jan. 1, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Are Costco and Sam's Club open on New Year's Day?

No, both will be closed on New Year's Day, according to the companies' websites.

Will Home Depot, Lowe's or Ace Hardware be open on New Year's Day?

• Home Depot stores will open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.

• Lowe's stores will open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year's Day, according to the company.

• Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific holiday hours.

Are pharmacies like CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid open on New Year's Day?

• CVS pharmacies will be open on New Year's Day, although some locations may have reduced hours, the company told USA TODAY. The company encourages customers to call their local store before visiting or checking hours on CVS.com.

• Walgreens told USA TODAY a majority of pharmacies will be closed on Jan. 1, except for 24-hour locations and other select pharmacies. The retail portion of Walgreens locations will be open regular hours.

• Rite Aid locations will be open on New Year's Day with varying hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to check Rite Aid's website for holiday store hours.

Is the post office open on New Year's Day? Will mail be delivered?

U.S. Postal Service post offices will be closed on Jan. 1, and mail will not be delivered, the USPS told USA TODAY. The USPS will resume regular operations on Thursday, Jan. 2.

Are banks open on New Year's Day?

Branches of Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist and CitiBank, among others, will be closed on Jan. 1, the companies confirmed to USA TODAY. Capital One Cafes will also be closed on New Year's Day, the company said.

Are shipping services like UPS and FedEx open on New Year's Day?

• UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on New Year's Day, and UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company's website. Customers are encouraged to check with their local stores for specific hours of operation. UPS Express Critical is available 365 days a year, according to the company. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit upsexpresscritical.com.

• FedEx pickup and delivery services will also not be available on Jan. 1, and FedEx Office locations will also be closed on the day, according to the company's website. FedEx Custom Critical is available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.

What retail stores are open on New Year's Day?

The following retail stores will be open on New Year's Day. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.

• Walmart; 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

• Target

• Kohls; 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.

• HomeGoods; 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• JCPenney; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Nordstrom; Most stores open from 10 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 (hours vary by location)

• REI; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Bass Pro Shop; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Cabela's; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Burlington; Stores close at 10 p.m.

• Belk; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Big Lots; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Sephora (hours vary by location; check the company's store locator to find specific store hours)

• Staples (check hours using the Staples store locator)

• Office Depot; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• OfficeMax; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• PetSmart; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• PetCo; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Tractor Supply Company; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

One notable retail chain that will be closed on New Year's Day is IKEA.

What grocery stores are open on New Year's Day?

The following grocery stores will be open on New Year's Day. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.

• Walmart; 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

• Target

• Most location in the Kroger family of stores will be open (hours vary)

  • The Kroger family of stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler, Smith’s Food and Drug.

• Food Lion

• Publix; Select stores close at 7 p.m. while most others close at 8 p.m.

• Meijer; 6 a.m. to midnight

• Whole Foods; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Harris Teeter (but pharmacies will be closed)

• Wegmans

• Winn-Dixie

The following grocery stores will be closed on New Year's Day:

• Costco

• Sam's Club

• Trader Joe's

• Aldi

What restaurants are open on New Year's Day?

The following restaurants will have at least some of their locations open on New Year's Day. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.

• McDonald's (hours vary by location; find hours for your local restaurant here)

• Starbucks (hours vary by location; find hours for a specific store using the Starbucks app or here)

• Dunkin' (hours vary by location; find hours for a specific store using the Dunkin' store locator or the Dunkin' Rewards app)

• Chick-fil-A (some locations may have limited hours; check local locations here)

• Chipotle: 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Burger King (holiday hours vary by location; check locations using Burger King's store locator)

• Wendy's (hours vary by location)

• Taco Bell (hours vary by location)

• Subway (hours vary by location)

• Cracker Barrel

• IHOP (hours vary by location)

• Waffle House

• Outback Steakhouse (most locations open; hours vary by location)

• Carrabba's Italian Grill (hours vary by location)

• Olive Garden (Times Square location closed)

• Bonefish Grill (hours vary by location)

• Texas Roadhouse

• Applebee's (hours vary by location)

• Hooters

• Red Lobster

• Fogo de Chão: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Whataburger

• Chili's

• First Watch

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurants will be closed on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.

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