January 1st marks New Year’s Day and as it is a national holiday, many shops remain closed. You may be wondering if major retailers will be open for business. Whether you’re making a New Year’s purchase or need to pick up a few last-minute essentials, here’s an overview of which stores are open and what hours they’re open.

When is New Year 2025?

New Year’s Day is on Wednesday, January 1st.

Walmart New Year’s Hours

Walmart will be open on New Year’s Day.

The Company generally maintains normal business hours on New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve. You can check again at your local store for location-specific changes.

Costco New Year’s Hours

Costco warehouses will close on January 1st.

Target opening hours on New Year’s Day

Target will be open on New Year’s Day.

It closes at 9:00 p.m. local time on New Year’s Eve.

The store is open during normal business hours.

Publix New Year’s Day Hours

Publix will be open on New Year’s Day.

The store is open during normal hours, however some stores close at 7:00 p.m. local time while other locations close at 8:00 p.m. Therefore, you may need to double check with your local store for exact closing times.

Aldi New Year opening times

Aldi will be closed on New Year’s Day.

Is New Year’s Day a federal holiday?

New Year’s Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on January 1st and marks the beginning of the calendar year. On this day, most federal offices, banks and post offices are closed and many companies and schools also celebrate the holiday.

What is the story of New Year’s Day?

New Year’s Day in America has its roots in European traditions and has evolved from religious observance to a national holiday of reflection and renewal.

Early colonists celebrated the day with religious services and social visits modeled on English and Dutch customs. In the 19th century, parades and community gatherings became common, with the Philadelphia Mummers Parade becoming a notable tradition in 1901.

The day became a time of resolutions and optimism, symbolizing a new beginning. As football grew in popularity, bowl games became a staple of the New Year.

New Year’s Day combines peace, reflection and celebration and marks the official start of the year.

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