By Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Associated Press
It’s just about time to celebrate New Year’s Eve and say goodbye to 2023. Preparing for a midnight toast and more year-end festivities may require a run or two to the store — but it’s wise to expect some limited business hours.
While a handful of major chains operate normally on the final day of the year, many others close up shop early. Much of this depends on location and each company’s policy — so when in doubt, call ahead or check online for more specific schedules near you.
Here’s a rundown of New Year’s Eve hours for stores across the U.S. this year.
- Walmart is open with regular operating hours on New Year’s Eve.
- Most Target stores will close at 9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.
- Costco’s warehouses will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, although hours may vary between locations. You can check local hours here.
- Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate with normal hours on New Year’s Eve, but some non-24 locations may be closed or have reduced hours. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or double check local hours online.
- Walgreens stores will be open with regular hours on New Year’s Eve, but pharmacy hours can vary by location. You can check ahead online.
Here’s a rundown of how some other grocery, convenience and retail stores are operating on New Year’s Eve:
- Albertsons: Stores are open with regular hours, but pharmacy openings may vary.
- ALDI: Stores are open with limited hours.
- Home Depot: Stores are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- IKEA: Stores are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Jewel-Osco: Stores and pharmacies will be open with reduced hours.
- Kroger: Most stores will close early.
- Lowe’s: Stores close at 6 p.m.
- Macy’s: Stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Meijer: Stores are open from 6 a.m. to midnight.
- Rite Aid: Stores are open with regular hours.
- Sam’s Club: Stores close at 6 p.m.
- Safeway: Stores are open with regular hours, but pharmacy hours may vary.
- Sheetz: Stores are open.
- Trader Joe’s: Stores close at 5 p.m.
- 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24/7 (including on holidays), but some locations’ hours can vary.
