Celebrate the New Year 2026 from Sydney to Seoul
New Year’s celebrations were held in cities in the East and the Pacific.
This week, the calendar switches from 2025 to 2026. Whether you’re looking to start the new year with coffee, a sit-down breakfast, or looking for some retail therapy, consumers should have several options on New Year’s Day.
Most restaurants, grocery stores and retail chains will be open starting January 1, but some stores are adjusting their business hours. However, banks, post offices, delivery services, and stock markets are closed on federal holidays.
Here’s everything you need to know about opening hours and closing dates on Thursday, January 1st. Remember, hours and closing dates may vary by location, so it’s best to check local stores and restaurants online before leaving home.
When is New Year’s Day in 2026?
This year’s New Year’s Day is Thursday, January 1st.
Is Walmart open on New Year’s Day?
Yes, Walmart stores will be open as usual on January 1, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Target open on New Year’s Day?
Yes, Target stores will be open as usual on New Year’s Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Are Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale open on New Year’s Day?
- According to the Costco website, Costco warehouses will close on January 1st.
- Sam’s Club warehouses will be closed on New Year’s Day, according to the company’s website.
- BJ’s warehouse and gas station will be open Jan. 1 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., according to the company’s website.
Will Home Depot, Lowe’s, or Ace Hardware be open on New Year’s Day?
- Home Depot stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 1, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
- According to the company’s website, Lowe’s stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so business hours vary by location. We recommend contacting your local store for specific holiday hours.
Are pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens open on New Year’s Day?
- CVS Pharmacy will remain open on New Year’s Day, but some stores and pharmacies may have reduced hours, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. The company recommends customers call their local store before visiting CVS.com or checking business hours.
- The Walgreens store will open on January 1, according to the company’s website. Pharmacy hours may vary by region, so please check with your local store for specific hours.
Is the post office open on New Year’s Day? Will my mail be delivered?
U.S. Postal Service post offices will be closed on January 1 and no mail will be delivered that day, according to the USPS website. On January 1st, mail will no longer be accepted in the blue collection boxes.
The Postal Service will resume normal operations on Friday, January 2nd.
Are banks open on New Year’s Day?
New Year’s Day is a federal holiday, so most bank branches will be closed. We recommend double checking with your local bank branch for specific holiday hours.
Are 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. Please check with your local store for specific business hours.
UPS Express Critical is powered by Marken and is available 24/7, the company said. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit marken.com.
FedEx pickup and delivery services will also be unavailable on January 1, and FedEx offices will also be closed on the same day, according to the company’s website.
FedEx Custom Critical is also available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.
Which retail stores are open on New Year’s Day?
The following retail stores will be available. open is January 1st.
- Target: Normal business hours
- Kohl’s: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- TJ Maxx: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Home Goods: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Marshalls: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Best Buy: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Macy’s: Regular business hours
- JC Penney: Opens at 11 a.m. Closing times vary by store
- Nordstrom: Regular business hours
- American Eagle: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sephora: Hours vary by location
- Victoria’s Secret: Hours vary by location
- 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.
- Berg: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Sephora: Hours vary by location
- IKEA: Regular business hours
- Staples: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Office Depot: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Office Max: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- PetSmart: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Petco: Closes at 8 p.m.
- Tractor Supply Co.: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Which grocery stores are open on New Year’s Day?
The following grocery stores are available. open is January 1st.
- Walmart: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Target: Normal business hours
- BJ’s Wholesale: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Kroger family of stores. 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 and Smith’s Food and Drug.
- Food Lion regular business hours
- Publix: Most stores close at 7 p.m. Atlanta and Charlotte stores close at 8 p.m.
- Meyer: 6 a.m. to midnight.
- Whole Foods: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Harris Teeter: Regular business hours
- Wegmans: Regular business hours
- Winn-Dixie: Regular business hours
- Harvey: Regular business hours
- Giant Eagle: Closes at 5 p.m.
- Lidl stores in New York will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The following grocery stores are available. closed On New Year’s Day:
- costco
- Sam’s Club
- trader joe’s
- aldi
- Lidl locations outside New York
What restaurants are open on New Year’s Day?
The following restaurants are open is January 1st.
- Starbucks: Business hours vary by store
- Dunkin: Hours vary by location
- McDonald’s: Regular business hours
- Chick-fil-A: Most stores have regular business hours, but some stores may have limited hours.
- Chipotle: Regular business hours
- Popeye: Regular business hours
- Bojangles: Restaurant opens at 7 a.m.
- Cava: Opening hours vary by location
- Burger King: Regular business hours
- Whataburger: Regular business hours
- Shake Shack: Most stores are open during normal business hours, but some locations may have reduced hours.
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger: Regular Hours
- Zaxby’s: Regular business hours
- Wendy’s: Business hours vary by store
- Subway: Opening hours vary by location
- Fire Department Sub: Hours vary by location
- Hardee’s: Hours vary by location
- Carl’s Jr.: Hours vary by location
- Panera Bread: Hours vary by store
- Cracker Barrel: Regular business hours
- IHOP: Hours vary by location
- Waffle House normal business hours
- Krispy Kreme: Regular business hours
- Outback Steakhouse: Hours vary by location
- Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Hours vary by location
- Bonefish Grill: Hours vary by location
- Texas Roadhouse: Hours vary by location
- Applebee’s: Some stores may have reduced hours.
- Hooters: Regular business hours.
- Red Lobster: Hours vary by location
- Maggiano’s: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Fogo de Chao: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Chili’s: Regular business hours
- First Watch: Regular business hours
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
