Are grocery stores open New Year's Eve 2024? See store hours for Whole Foods, Publix, more

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are this week, which means millions of Americans are preparing to ring in 2025 at a New Year's Eve party or at home in their comfy pajamas.

The good news for those that need to make a last-minute trip to the grocery store for some libations or party snacks is that plenty of grocery stores will be open on Dec. 31, albeit some with adjusted hours. The same goes for most restaurants and retail stores. Most stores will also be open on New Year's Day if you need to grab some items to help cure a hangover.

Here's what you need to know about grocery stores on New Year's Eve, including whether they'll be open and their hours.

When is New Year's Eve 2024?

New Year's Eve is on Tuesday, Dec. 31 this year.

Is Walmart open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Walmart stores will be open regular hours on Dec. 31, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Kroger open on New Year's Eve?

The company told USA TODAY that hours vary from division to division, however most stores in the Kroger family will be open regular hours on New Year's Eve.

The Kroger family of stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler, Smith’s Food and Drug.

Is Costco open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Costco warehouses will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 31, according to the company's website.

Is Sam's Club open on New Year's Eve?

Sam's Club warehouses will be open on New Year's Eve and will close early at 6 p.m. local time, according to the company's website.

Is Food Lion open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Food Lion stores will be open regular hours on Dec. 31, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Target open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Target stores will be open on Dec. 31, however most of them will close at 9 p.m. local time, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Publix open on New Year's Eve?

Publix stores will be open on Dec. 31 and will close at 7 p.m. local time, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Meijer open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Meijer stores will be open from 6 a.m. to midnight on New Year's Eve, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Whole Foods open on New Year's Eve?

Whole Foods stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on New Year's Eve, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Trader Joe's open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Trader Joe's stores will be open on Dec. 31 and will close at 5 p.m. local time, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Aldi open on New Year's Eve?

Aldi stores will have limited hours on New Year's Eve, the company told USA TODAY. Holiday hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding its specific holiday hours.

Is Harris Teeter open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Harris Teeter stores will be open regular hours on Dec. 31, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Wegmans open on New Year's Eve?

Wegmans stores will be open on Dec. 31 and will close at 8 p.m. local time, according to the company.

Is Winn-Dixie open on New Year's Eve?

Yes, Winn-Dixie stores will be open on New Year's Eve and will close at 10 p.m., the company told USA TODAY.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Grocery store hours on New Year's Eve 2024: Kroger, Publix, Aldi, more