Stores Open on New Year's Day
January 1
Most stores open with reduced hours. Grocery stores and pharmacies typically operate on a Sunday-like schedule. Some office supply and specialty stores stay closed.
New Year's Day Store Hours Guide
New Year's Day falls in a gray area for retail hours. It is not a full closure day like Christmas, but it is not a normal business day either. Most stores open with reduced hours, typically following a Sunday-like schedule regardless of what day of the week January 1st falls on.
Grocery stores are generally open on New Year's Day, which is good news if you need to restock after holiday entertaining. Expect abbreviated hours though - a store that normally opens at 6:00 AM might not open until 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM, and closing time may move up by a couple of hours. This is one of the lighter shopping days of the year at grocery stores, so if they are open, you will likely find short lines and well-stocked shelves.
Department stores and electronics retailers open on New Year's Day at most locations, and many run post-holiday clearance sales. This can actually be one of the better shopping days of the year if you are looking for deals on holiday merchandise, winter clothing, and seasonal items. The sales are similar to what you find between Christmas and New Year's Eve, but the crowds thin out significantly on January 1st.
Pharmacies maintain their normal schedules at most locations. If you need a prescription filled, you should not have trouble finding an open pharmacy. Office supply stores and some specialty retailers may stay closed, particularly if New Year's Day falls on a weekday - they treat it like a weekend day off.
Banks and government offices are closed on New Year's Day, so plan any financial errands accordingly. Post offices are also closed, and mail delivery is suspended for the day.
All 88 Stores on New Year's Day
Stores grouped by category with their expected New Year's Day status. Individual locations may vary - always call ahead on holidays.