New Year 2026: What’s Open and Closed on Eve and Day

As the year comes to a close, many people plan their errands for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. In 2026, New Year’s Eve lands on Wednesday, December 31, while New Year’s Day follows on Thursday, January 1. Various retailers and services will have modified operating hours for these days.

What’s Open and Closed on New Year’s Eve and Day 2026

Grocery Stores

• Albertsons Companies: Stores such as ACME, Jewel-Osco, Safeway, and Vons will be open with reduced hours on both days.
• Kroger: Most stores will maintain regular hours. This includes Baker’s, Dillons, and Harris Teeter.
• Costco: Closed on New Year’s Day.
• Sam’s Club: Closes at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and is closed on New Year’s Day.
• Aldi: Closes early on New Year’s Eve and remains closed on New Year’s Day.
• Trader Joe’s: Open until 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and closed on New Year’s Day.
• Whole Foods: Open for limited hours on both days.
• Walmart: Open during regular hours on both days.
• Target: Open on both days, but some locations may close early on New Year’s Eve.

Retailers and Pharmacies

• Home Depot: Closes early at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
• Lowe’s: Closes at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and opens from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
• Macy’s: Open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and regular hours on New Year’s Day.
• Kohl’s: Open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
• CVS and Walgreens: Both will have select locations open, but hours may vary.

Financial Services

• Most banks adhere to the Federal Reserve’s holiday schedule, meaning teller services will be closed on New Year’s Day.
• Mobile banking services and ATMs will still be operational.
• Bank of America and Wells Fargo will be closed on New Year’s Day.

Postal and Delivery Services

• USPS: No mail will be sent or delivered on New Year’s Day.
• UPS: Limited services on New Year’s Day; domestic ground and air will operate only on New Year’s Eve.
• FedEx: Mostly regular operations on New Year’s Eve, but limited service on New Year’s Day.

Planning ahead is essential to navigate which businesses will be available during this festive time. Be sure to check local store hours to avoid inconvenience.