New Year’s Eve often calls for last-minute shopping, whether you’re hosting a lavish dinner, attending a party, or simply stocking up on groceries before the holiday. Many people need to pick up essential items, from festive foods to celebratory beverages. While some smaller businesses may close early on New Year’s Eve, major chain stores generally maintain adjusted hours. Let’s look at the hours for some popular grocery chains:
Target: According to USA Today, all Target locations will be open until 9 p.m. local time on New Year’s Eve. However, they will be closed on New Year’s Day.
Publix: Publix’s website states that all stores will close at 9 p.m. local time on New Year’s Eve. They will also have adjusted hours on New Year’s Day, so checking your local store’s hours is recommended.
Costco: As reported by TODAY, Costco stores will observe reduced hours on New Year’s Eve, operating from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time. All Costco locations will be closed on New Year’s Day.
Walmart: Most Walmart stores will maintain their regular business hours on New Year’s Eve, according to TODAY. However, some locations may have adjusted hours, so it’s crucial to check your local store’s specific hours. While a Walmart spokesperson indicated that all stores will operate during normal hours on New Year’s Day, TODAY advises shoppers to confirm their local store’s hours to account for potential variations.