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Are pharmacies open on New Year's Day? See hours for CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid

James Powel, USA TODAY
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A new year is just around the corner. But before we can all get back to business, some key businesses will be closed for the New Year's Day holiday.

Some pharmacies will be closed on Wednesday, requiring those who need medication to consider ensuring they have enough available to avoid potential disruptions caused by the holiday. Some stores may keep their retail section open while closing their pharmacies, so customers are encouraged to check with their stores.

Like pharmacies, some restaurants, grocery stores and gyms may be open on New Year's, though hours may vary during the holiday.

Here are the pharmacies that are open and closed on New Year's Day.

When is New Year's Day 2025?

New Year's Day is on Wednesday, Jan. 1.

Is CVS open on New Year's Day?

CVS lists its stores and pharmacies as being open on New Year's Day but notes that hours may be modified.

The company previously told USA TODAY that it encourages customers to call their local store before visiting or checking hours on CVS.com.

Is Walgreens open on New Year's Day?

Walgreens lists some of its pharmacies as closed on New Year's Day, except for 24-hour locations and other select pharmacies. The retail portion of Walgreens locations will be open regular hours.

The company previously told USA TODAY that customers are encouraged to contact their local Walgreens or check the company's store locator tool for specific holiday hours.

Pharmacist Kyle Beyer works behind the counter at North Shore Pharmacy in Shorewood, Minnesota on Jan. 26, 2021.
Pharmacist Kyle Beyer works behind the counter at North Shore Pharmacy in Shorewood, Minnesota on Jan. 26, 2021.

Is Rite Aid open on New Year's Day?

Rite Aid lists its stores as being open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on New Year's Day but its pharmacies will be closed.

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Is Walmart open on New Year's Day?

Walmart lists its stores as open on New Year's Day and its pharmacies as open for regular business.

Is Target open on New Year's Day?

Target lists its stores as open on New Year's Day though pharmacy availability varies by store. Some pharmacies within Target stores are listed as being closed while others are for either regular or modified hours. Contact your local Target to check whether its pharmacy is open.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Which pharmacies are open on New Year's Day?

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