What’s open on New Year’s Day in Washington?

It’s time to say goodbye to the holiday season and the year 2024 New Year’s Day 2025 has arrived As people plan their first parties and get-togethers of the new year, it’ll be vital to know what’s open and what’s closed when shopping.

The crowds seen at stores and malls from Christmas shopping have largely disappeared. But for those people who need to go out, keep in mind that you could encounter a large number of fellow shoppers also looking to get those last-minute supplies for their New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day parties. Whether it’s a forgotten accessory to complete an outfit, food for a feast, treats like hot chocolate or cider or other assorted beverages, people will still be out as the holiday season wraps up.

As The Associated Press (AP) explained previously, while a handful of major chains operate normally on the final day of the year, many others close early on New Year’s Eve. It’s also worth noting that some chains will be closed on New Year’s Day.

But operations can also vary by location. So, when in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules for your neighborhood spots online.

Is the local bank in Washington open?

U.S. stock markets and banks across the U.S. will be will be closed on New Year’s Day Wednesday as it is a Federal Reserve banking holiday. Online banking services and ATMs will be available as usual, however.

The stock market also will be closed on New Year’s Day.

Will government offices be open?

Government offices and courts will be closed on New Year’s Day.

Most schools are still in their Christmas or winter breaks and won’t be open on New Year’s Day.

Public libraries also will be closed on New Year’s Day.

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Will mail and packages be delivered?

New Year’s Day is a holiday for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), so it won’t be picking up or delivering mail. Post offices also will be closed.

There will be no UPS pickup or delivery service on New Year’s Day. But UPS Express Critical service is available. Users should check their local UPS store hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, as many area locations will be closed.

Most FedEx services will also be closed, though FedEx Custom Critical will be open for crucial shipments.

Will I get my Amazon package on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day?

An Amazon spokesman confirmed to MyNorthwest in an email exchange Monday that whether warehouses will be open and deliveries be made on New Year’s Day will be determined by region.  The spokesman added that “the most reliable way to know when their package will arrive is to check the ‘Delivery by’ date provided at checkout and in the order confirmation.”

With that said, it’s also worth noting same-day delivery isn’t available on New Year’s Day, Amazon states on its website.

The spokesman also noted that the majority of the Amazon return sites will remain operational during the holiday, adding it’s their busiest time of year.

“We are committed to delivering on our promise to our customers,” he said.

Articles published on the websites of ShipScience and ParcelPath, companies that focus on the shipping industry, explain Amazon warehouses are closed most major holidays.

Is Costco open?

Costco will be closed on New Year’s Day as it is one of the seven holidays when the chain closes its U.S. warehouses. Locations also were closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Is Target open?

The chain will be open on New Year’s Day and operate with regular business hours.

Is Walmart open?

The chain will be open on New Year’s Day and operate with regular business hours.

Are Kroger stores open on New Year’s Day?

The chain’s stores will be open on New Year’s Day as well, according to a note on the company website. But hours are expected to vary.

Patrons can check their local store’s hours here.

Kroger, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, operates 117 stores in the state of Washington. That includes 59 Fred Meyer locations and 55 Quality Food Center (QFC) stores.

Are Safeway and Albertsons stores open?

Safeway stores in Western Washington will be open regular business hours on New Year’s Day, a spokesperson confirmed to MyNorthwest in an email.

The few Albertsons locations in Western Washington still remaining will be open regular business hours on New Year’s Day.

However, it is worth noting that the pharmacy hours at all locations are expected to vary and many will be closed on New Year’s Day.

There are 186 Safeway stores in the state of Washington. Head here to see your local Safeway hours.

There are 14 Albertsons locations in Washington. Visit here to see where those stores are located and their hours.

Is Whole Foods open?

The Puget Sound area Whole Foods locations will be open on New Year’s Day from 9 a.m.-8 p.m., a spokesperson confirmed to MyNorthwest.

Head here to see where your local store is located.

Is Trader Joe’s open?

Overall, hours will vary. The Puget Sound area Whole Foods locations were open on New Year’s Eve, a spokesperson confirmed to MyNorthwest.

The chain’s stores will be closed on New Year’s Day, the spokesperson added.

To see your local store’s hours, click here.

Is Walgreens open?

The drug store chain’s stores will be open on New Year’s Day and operate with regular business hours. But pharmacy hours can vary by location.

Head to the company’s store locator page to find your the location closest to you and if you live near one of the 24-hour stores.

Are Amazon Fresh stores open?

Amazon Fresh grocery stores will be open on New Year’s Day from 8 a.m.-10 p.m.

Pickup and delivery also is available. The last window on the New Year’s Day also is expected to be 9-10 p.m.

Head here to see where the four Amazon Fresh locations in Washington are located.

Are Sam’s Club locations open?

Sam’s Club locations  will be closed on New Year’s Day. Sam’s Club is closed for four holidays per year: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Stores and restaurants that are closed on New Year’s Day

While patrons are encouraged to check call or check online ahead before making any trips out, most chains will be open on New Year’s Day in some capacity.

That said, HomeGoods, Marshalls, food chain Panda Express and TJ Maxx will be closed on New Year’s Day.

This story was originally published on Dec. 30, 2024. It has been updated and republished since then.

Contributing: The Associated Press