New Year's Eve 2026 is on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
That's in 94 days.
Many locations open with holiday hours: Target, Costco, Sam's Club, Kroger, Publix and 21 more.
Typically open: Walmart, 7-Eleven, USPS.
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New Year's Eve is not a federal holiday, so stores are open, but many close early. The next day, New Year's Day, is a federal holiday when some chains, including Costco and Trader Joe's, are closed.
Is it open on New Year's Eve? Store by Store
| Store |
New Year's Eve 2026 |
Details |
| Walmart |
Open |
Stores open, some may close early. Find a store › |
| Target |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Stores open; some may close early. Find a store › |
| Costco |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Sam's Club |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Clubs open but close early (around 6 p.m.). Find a store › |
| Kroger |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Publix |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Aldi |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Trader Joe's |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Stores open but close early (around 5 p.m.). Find a store › |
| Whole Foods |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| H-E-B |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Safeway |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Walgreens |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| CVS Pharmacy |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Dollar General |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| The Home Depot |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Most stores close early (around 6 p.m.). Find a store › |
| Lowe's |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Stores close early (around 6 p.m.). Find a store › |
| Best Buy |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Kohl's |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Macy's |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| TJ Maxx |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Ulta Beauty |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Starbucks |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| McDonald's |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Chick-fil-A |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| Dunkin' |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Open, but many locations close early. Find a store › |
| 7-Eleven |
Open |
Most stores open as usual. Find a store › |
| USPS |
Open |
Post offices are open and mail is delivered on New Year's Eve. Find a store › |
| UPS |
Open - Holiday Hours |
Main UPS services operate, but some locations have limited hours. Find a store › |
| FedEx |
Open - Holiday Hours |
FedEx mostly operates, but some services and FedEx Office stores have limited hours. Find a store › |
Status shows the typical pattern for each chain. Individual stores may differ. Last reviewed: September 27, 2026.
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New Year's Eve Store Rules by State
Most stores are open; many grocery stores and warehouse clubs close early.
USPS delivers mail as usual.
Some UPS and FedEx services run on a limited schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Eve 2026 in the US?
New Year's Eve 2026 in the US falls on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
Are stores open on New Year's Eve?
Yes. Most stores are open on New Year's Eve, but many close early.
Is Trader Joe's open on New Year's Eve?
Yes, but stores close early, around 5 p.m.
Does USPS deliver mail on New Year's Eve?
Yes. New Year's Eve is not a federal holiday, so mail is delivered.
Other Upcoming Holidays in the US
Holiday hours are provided as a general guide and can change without notice. Store Locator Tool is not affiliated with the retailers listed. Please confirm hours with your local store before visiting.
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