Are stores open on New Year’s Day? You bet. Here's where to shop on Jan. 1.
You rang in the new year with all your favorite traditions: the countdown, the cheers, maybe even a promise or two about what you’ll do differently this time around. Now the confetti has settled, and real life is calling. Whether you’re gearing up for the workweek, running errands you put off during the holidays or picking up supplies to kick-start your resolutions, one practical question often comes up fast: Which stores open on New Year’s Day can you actually count on?
New Year’s Day is a federal holiday, and schedules can vary widely. Some retailers stick to limited hours, others operate as usual and a few close their doors entirely. While it’s similar to other major holidays where select businesses remain open, availability often depends on location and company policy. Checking ahead before heading out can save you time and frustration.
Below, we break down what you need to know about stores open on New Year’s Day, so you can plan your errands wisely, and show a little extra patience and appreciation to the employees helping you start the year on the right foot.
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Grocery stores open on New Year’s Day
Albertsons: Open on New Year’s Day with reduced hours, typically opening in the morning and closing earlier than usual. Hours vary by location.
Aldi: This store is open on New Year’s Day, usually with reduced hours, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Cumberland Farms: Most locations are open, many operating 24 hours as usual.
Hannaford: Open on New Year’s Day. Hours vary by location, often reduced.
Kroger: Stores will be open; hours vary by location. Many operate regular hours. Pharmacy hours are typically 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Publix: Open on New Year’s Day with modified hours. Most locations close between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Stop & Shop: Open on New Year’s Day, commonly with shortened hours (often closing earlier in the evening).
Whole Foods: Open with modified hours, often opening later in the morning and closing earlier than usual.
Wegmans: Open on New Year’s Day, typically 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Gas stations and convenience stores open on New Year’s Day
7-Eleven: New Year’s Day hours at 7-Eleven vary by location, but many of these convenience stores will be open for the normal 24 hours.
Circle K: Most Circle K locations will be open on Jan. 1.
Wawa: Most Wawa locations will be open. Some may have reduced hours.
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Drugstores open on New Year’s Day
CVS: Most CVS locations will be open on New Year’s Day. The stores—and the pharmacies in particular—may have reduced hours, though, so contact your local CVS to confirm.
Rite Aid: Most Rite Aid pharmacies are among the stores open on New Year’s Day with regular hours.
Walgreens: Walgreens locations will be open on New Year’s Day, typically during regular business hours (often until 10 p.m. or 11 p.m.). Pharmacy counters may be closed or have reduced hours.
Duane Reade: The sister store to Walgreens, Duane Reade follows the same holiday hours.
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Other retailers open on New Year’s Day
Barnes & Noble: Didn’t get enough book gifts for the holidays? Most Barnes & Noble stores will open at 11 a.m. on New Year’s Day.
Bass Pro Shop: Locations are generally open but may have reduced hours. Call your local store for exact hours.
Dollar General: Locations will be open, typically during reduced or modified hours, such as 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. or 10 p.m.
Dollar Tree: Many Dollar Tree locations will be open on New Year’s Day, though potentially with reduced hours.
Five Below: Stores generally stay open on New Year’s Day, but hours may be reduced. Call your local store for exact hours.
Home Depot: Head to Home Depot on New Year’s Day—after giving your store a call to check for reduced hours.
HomeGoods: All stores will be open on New Year’s Day, with common hours of 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ikea: Hoping to start the year with a fresh look in your home? Head to Ikea, which is typically open for normal business hours (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.).
Kohl’s: Kohl’s typically operates on New Year’s, with typical reduced hours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. local hours. Those hours vary by location, so be sure to check with your local store.
Lowe’s: Most Lowe’s locations will be open on New Year’s Day, but check your specific location for reduced hours.
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Macy’s: Stores will be open on New Year’s Day, usually 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Marshall’s: You can head to Marshall’s from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
T.J. Maxx: Like Marshall’s, T.J. Maxx is open on New Year’s Day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Target: Stores are expected to be open on New Year’s Day with normal hours.
Walmart: Stores will be open during regular business hours, though you should still verify your local store’s hours.
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Restaurants open on New Year’s Day
Applebee’s: Hours may vary by location, but you should be able to dine here at some point on New Year’s Day.
Buca di Beppo: Buca di Beppo is typically open at 11 a.m. on New Year’s Day for normal hours, but we recommend calling your local restaurant ahead of time to confirm.
Dunkin’: Yes, you actually can run on Dunkin’ on New Year’s Day, although hours may vary by location.
Chick-fil-A: They might be closed every Sunday, but most Chick-fil-A locations will be open on Saturday, Jan. 1. Hours may vary by location, though.
IHOP: Restaurants will be open on New Year’s Day. Call your location for specific hours.
KFC: Each franchise sets its own hours, but most locations will be open.
McDonald’s: Independently owned and operated, McDonald’s restaurant hours vary vastly. Check with your local McDonald’s to see if it’ll be open on New Year’s Day.
Panda Express: If you’ve got a hankering for Chinese food on New Year’s Day, you can go to Panda Express during normal operating hours.
Starbucks: Sure enough, you can get your Starbucks coffee fix on New Year’s Day, with some operating on schedules roughly from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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