What's open on New Year's Day 2026? Here are open stores, restaurants and fast-food chains.
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Key Points:
- On New Year's Day 2026, banks, post offices, and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday, with mail delivery and stock trading resuming on January 2.
- Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open, though many will operate with reduced hours; notable openings include Albertsons, CVS, IKEA, Macy's, and Whole Foods, while Costco and Trader Joe's will remain closed.
- Pharmacies within grocery stores like Food Lion will be closed, and pharmacy hours at CVS and Walgreens may vary, so customers should check ahead.
- Several fast food chains and restaurants, including Burger King, McDonald's, Starbucks, Taco Bell, and Chick-fil-A, will be open on New Year's Day,
