Is Walmart open or closed on New Year’s Day 2025? Store hours, what to know

New Year's Day Store Hours: Stay Open or Stay Home?

This week marks the transition from 2024 to 2025, and many Americans will celebrate with loved ones. Here's a quick guide to store hours on New Year's Day:

Most Grocery, Retail, and Restaurant Chains Will Be Open

The good news is you won't have to worry about scrambling for last-minute supplies. Most grocery stores, retail chains, and restaurants will be open on New Year's Day, although some may have adjusted hours.¹

Need a Last-Minute Party Item? Walmart Has You Covered

Walmart is a reliable option for those who need a quick grocery run on New Year's Day.² Their stores will maintain their regular operating hours of 6 am to 11 pm.³

Looking for Specific Store Hours? Check Online

It's always a good practice to double-check specific store hours before heading out. Most retailers have their holiday hours listed on their websites.

Here's a Quick Rundown of Confirmed Open Stores:

• Grocery Stores:
  • Walmart (6 am to 11 pm)⁴
  • Kroger Family Stores (hours vary) - includes Baker's, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry's, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano's, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick'n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler, Smith's Food and Drug
  • Food Lion⁵
  • Publix (select stores close at 7 pm, most others close at 8 pm)
  • Meijer (6 am to midnight)⁶
  • Whole Foods (9 am to 8 pm)⁷
  • Harris Teeter (grocery open, pharmacy closed)
  • Wegmans⁸
  • Winn-Dixie⁹
• Retail Stores: (hours not available, check online)
  • Information on additional open retail stores can likely be found on the websites of the specific chains you're interested in.

Remember: This list is not exhaustive. Always check with your preferred stores for their specific New Year's Day hours.

Happy New Year!