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Although many stores will be closed on the New Year’s Day holiday, this will not apply to New Year’s Eve, which falls on Tuesday, December 31st in 2024.

And while most retailers will be open on New Year’s Eve, many have shortened hours or are closing early.

Here’s what’s open and closed on New Year’s Eve in 2025.

grocery stores

Many grocery stores are open on New Year’s Eve, but many close early. For example, Jewel-Osco, which is normally open until midnight, will be open until 9 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31st.

According to Mariano’s website, most pharmacies in Mariano will close at 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.

Costco locations will be open on New Year’s Eve, but stores may have modified hours, opening at 9 a.m. and closing at 6 p.m

Most Walmart stores have regular hours on Tuesdays and are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Most Target stores will be open at 8 a.m. on December 31, but will close at 9 p.m

Pharmacies

Walgreens and CVS stores are expected to be open regular hours on New Year’s Eve, but pharmacy hours may vary.

Starbucks

According to a spokesperson, Starbucks hours vary by location and store, and stores may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs.

Customers are encouraged to use the Starbucks app or Starbucks Store Locator to check store hours.

Are banks open on New Year’s Eve?

Most banks follow the Federal Reserve bank holiday, meaning banks are expected to be open on Tuesday, December 31st.

Is there mail on New Year’s Eve?

The United States Postal Service is open on Tuesday, December 31st, which means mail will be delivered.

However, Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day – is one of the 11 annual holidays the agency observes, meaning no mail will be delivered.