Which Stores Are Open on New Year’s Day 2018?

When the New Year rolls around, it can get confusing as to which stores are open or closed for the day. New Year’s Day is a federal holiday, but that doesn’t mean retail stores follow the lead of the federal government and close for the day. In fact, many stores take advantage of the holiday to have sales to drive those people with the day off into their retail establishment. So, what stores open on New Year’s Day?

Is Walmart Open on New Year’s Day?

Yes, Walmart is open on New Year’s Day. Walmart is open every day of the year except for one, and that day is Christmas. Walmart stores will be open.

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Are Costco Stores Open on New Year’s Day?

No, Costco is closed New Year’s Day. Costco is one retailer that often closes it doors on holidays when most other retailers remain open to give their employees the day off. New Year’s Day is one of these days. If you are planning a New Year’s Day party, or need to stock up on food for watching football for the day, you will need to make sure to get it all before January 1. It’s also important to note Costco stores will be closing early on New Year’s Eve at 6:00 pm, rather than the usual 8:30 pm on weekdays.

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Is Target Open on New Year’s Day?

Yes, Target is open New Year’s Day. For those who need to take a trip down to their local Target store, you’ll be happy to know it will be open on New Year’s Day, allowing you to buy anything you might need to get on that day. Target is open most days of the year except for Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.

Is BJ’s Open on New Year’s Day?

Yes, BJ’s is open New Year’s Day. BJ’s wholesale club will be open for New Year’s Day, but it will be open limited hours for the day. The wholesale club will be open from 11 am to 7 pm on New Year’s Day. It also closed earlier than usual on New Year’s Eve at 6 pm.

Are Sams Club Stores Open on New Year’s Day?

No, Sams Club is closed New Year’s Day. Sams Club is another retailer which remains closed on New Years Day. so you need to get your shopping done on the 31st if you want to shop there. Sams Club closes at 6:00 pm on New Year’s Eve.

Most other large retailers remain open for the New Year’s Day holiday, many of them promoting sales. Below is a list of some of the other retail outlets you can expect to find open on January 1. If you do decide to go to one of them, be sure to call to confirm their store hours for the day. Many will be running on holiday hours instead of their typical midweek hours.

• JC Penny is open on New Year’s Day
• Macy’s is open on New Year’s Day
• Sears is open on New Year’s Day
• Kmart is open on New Year’s Day
• CVS is open on New Year’s Day
• Walgreens is open on New Year’s Day
• Rite Aid is open on New Year’s Day
• Best Buy is open on New Year’s Day
• Lowe’s is open on New Year’s Day
• Home Depot is open on New Year’s Day

While most major retailers will be open on January 1, the same can’t be said of smaller boutique shops. Many of these smaller stores will be closed on January 1. If you need to go to any of these shops, you will want to call to confirm whether or not they will be open.

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