New Year's Day 2026: Are banks, grocery stores, and restaurants open?
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New Year's Day 2026: Are banks, grocery stores, and restaurants open?
"Thursday is a full federal holiday, which means most government offices are closed - from Social Security offices to local administrative buildings. If you were planning to visit a DMV or city hall, make sure to reschedule. The U.S. Postal Service will be closed, and no regular mail delivery will happen on New Year's Day. Retail post office services are also shut for the holiday."
"Major bank branches, including Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, will not open their doors on Jan. 1. If you need cash, ATMs and mobile apps are your go-to since they'll still work even though physical branches are dark. Is the grocery store open on New Year's day? When it comes to stores, the picture is decidedly mixed. Costco plans to be closed all day."
New Year's Day on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, is a full federal holiday that closes most government offices, including Social Security offices, DMVs, and city halls. The U.S. Postal Service will not deliver regular mail, and retail post office services will be shut. Major bank branches such as Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo will be closed, though ATMs and mobile banking apps will still function. Retail hours vary: Costco will close all U.S. warehouses, while some superstores like Walmart and home improvement chains such as The Home Depot plan to remain open. Groceries and pharmacies generally operate with normal or reduced hours; checking local hours is advised.
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