On January 1, 2025, New Year’s Day will once again bring about closures and limited operations across various sectors throughout the United States. While it marks the beginning of another year, many people will look for opportunities to shop and enjoy the last of the holiday sales. This federal holiday affects business hours, especially as numerous businesses choose to celebrate the day with altered schedules. Below, we detail what is open and closed this New Year's Day.
Most government offices, including federal, state, and municipal levels, will be closed. The U.S. Postal Service will not deliver regular mail, and all banks, including major ones like Chase and Bank of America, will also remain closed. Notably, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will not conduct any trading on this national holiday either. Package delivery companies such as FedEx and UPS will also see limited services, only providing specific express services on this day.
Despite the numerous closures, many retail stores are set to welcome customers. While some chains may offer reduced hours, others will operate with their normal schedules. Walmart, for example, will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., allowing shoppers to kick off the new year with some retail therapy. Target will follow suit, maintaining its usual hours of 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., showcasing the company’s commitment to catering to customer needs, even on holidays.
Grocery stores present varied schedules, with chains like Costco and Aldi choosing to remain closed on New Year’s Day. Conversely, other grocery stores such as Kroger and Publix will remain open — albeit with reduced hours. Kroger's stores will operate under normal business hours, providing shoppers with essentials.
Specialty retailers also bring exciting options for shoppers. Macy’s confirmed they will maintain regular hours, ensuring customers can pick up discounted items from their post-holiday sales. Meanwhile, the popular department store chain JCPenney will open its doors from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., giving shoppers ample time to access holiday clearance items.
For those venturing out to malls, several locations across various states will remain operational. The Christiana Mall, for example, will operate from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year's Day, alongside other popular malls like the Dover Mall and Concord Mall. Shopping enthusiasts eager for after-holiday deals will find many retail options open.
Entertainment options also abound for New Year's Day. Cinemas such as AMC and Regal will open, showing various films ranging from kids' options to more mature content. Playoff football games will draw sports fans out to venues, keeping crowds occupied as they enjoy the excitement of college football on the first day of the new year.
Fast food outlets and casual dining spots are set to cater to those who wish to eat out. Many chains like Chick-fil-A and Waffle House plan to operate with regular hours, helping to satisfy customer cravings. Convenience stores will also welcome customers, typically remaining open through the holiday.
It’s important to verify store hours beforehand, as some chains may have varied timings based on individual locations. Retail giants like Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy will keep some stores open, but shoppers are encouraged to check online for locations near them, as most pharmacy hours may differ from regular store hours.
For those hoping to catch some post-holiday savings, it’s noteworthy to mention some grocery chains will have pharmacies open with adjusted services. Customers should verify those operating on New Year's Day. Some may even opt to hit the stores as they look to return post-holiday purchases or simply stock up on essentials.
All told, many establishments will choose to welcome the New Year with adjusted schedules, showcasing resilience as consumers gear up for the upcoming year. Once the dust settles from New Year's Day, most businesses will be back to regular hours on January 2, 2025, ready to serve customers eager to kick off their New Year right.