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The New Year is here and whether you want to run a few errands, go shopping or grab a quick bite to eat, consumers have plenty of shopping and dining options on New Year's Day.
However, anyone wanting to visit the bank or drop something in the mail will be out of luck on January 1st as most major banks, post offices and shipping services will remain closed.
Most national retailers, grocery stores and restaurant chains will be open on New Year's Day, although some will have reduced hours. Some names like Costco, Trader Joe's and Texas Roadhouse are closing.
Here's everything you need to know about what's open and closed on Monday, January 1st. It's best to check with your local store or restaurant online before leaving home, as hours and closures may vary by location.
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Is Walmart open on New Year's Day?
Yes, all Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Target open on New Year's Day?
Most Target stores will be open regular hours on New Year's Day, but hours vary by location. You can find the exact opening times of your local store here.
Is Costco open on New Year's Day?
Costco will close on January 1, 2024.
Are CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid open on New Year's Day?
Many CVS stores will be open during regular hours over the holidays, but some stores may be closed or have reduced hours. Check with your local pharmacy for specific holiday hours. You can find your local CVS Pharmacy using the company's store locator.
Walgreens and Rite Aid stores will be open during their regular hours on January 1st.
Is Home Depot open on New Year's Day 2024?
Home Depot stores will be open January 1st from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Restaurants will be open on New Year's Day 2024
The following restaurants are open on 1 January. Hours are displayed for companies that have provided them.
- MC Donalds
- Chick-Fil-A
- Starbucks
- Dunkin'
- Waffle House
- Cracker barrel
- Taco Bell
- Burger King
- Wendy's
- Krispy Kreme
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Honk
- Texas Roadhouse
- Applebee's
- Chilies
- Fogo de Chão: 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m
- Outback Steakhouse
- KFC
- Popeye's
- PF Chang's: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m
- red lobster
- robin
- Golden corral
- Zaxby's: Some restaurants may close as early as 6 p.m
- Whataburger
- Maggianos
- Cooper's Hawk: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m
- Domino's Pizza: Hours vary by location
- Fire Submarines: Hours vary by location
- white castle
Texas Roadhouse restaurants will be closed on 1 January.
Grocery stores will open on New Year's Day 2024
Here you can find out which grocery stores are available open on New Year's Day. Opening hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
- All Kroger family of stores will be open on New Year's Day. 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.
- Meijer (6 a.m. to midnight)
- Whole Foods will be open with limited hours on New Year's Day. You can find your local store and its exact opening times here.
- Publix is open, but hours vary on New Year's Day. Find your local Publix store and its exact hours here.
- Feed lion
- Winn Dixie
- Sprouts Farmers Market
- Giant Eagle: Shops close at 5:00 p.m. and pharmacies at 3:00 p.m
- Wegmans
Here you can find out which grocery stores are available closed on 1 January.
- Costco
- Sam's club
- Trader Joe's
- Aldi
- Lidl
Retail stores will open on New Year's Day 2024
The stores listed below will be open on 1 January. Opening hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
- Lowe's is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
- Ace Hardware stores are privately owned and operated. The opening times therefore vary depending on the location. However, most shops are closed on New Year's Day.
- TJ Maxx (9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
- Marshall's (9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
- HomeGoods (9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
- JCPenney locations are open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m
- Macy's
- Kohl's (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
- Burlington
- Five Below: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m
- Victoria's Secret
- IKEA
- REI: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m
- Belk: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m
- HM
- Office Depot and OfficeMax: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m
- Staples
- Sephora
- Ulta
- Barnes & Noble
- Cabela's (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
- Bass Pro Shop (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
- Petco stores open at 10 a.m. and close at the regular time.
- PetSmart stores are open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m
- The holiday status of Old Navy, Gap and Banana Republic varies by location. Customers are asked to contact their local store for exact opening hours.
The following retail stores are closed on 1 January.
- Costco
- Sam's club
- Ace Hardware stores are privately owned and operated. The opening times therefore vary depending on the location. However, most shops are closed on New Year's Day.