Whether you need to do some last-minute shopping or grab some groceries, here’s everything that will be open on New Year’s Day in Chicago 2026.
New Year’s Day in Chicago is tomorrow! Whether you’re looking for last-minute shopping or groceries for dinner, several Chicago businesses will be open on New Year’s Day. Here’s a complete list of what’s open and closed.
Grocery stores’ hours on New Year’s Day in Chicago 2026
Jewel-Osco
Jewel-Osco will be open on New Year’s Day, but with reduced hours.
Costco
Costco is closed on New Year’s Day.
Sam’s Club
Sam’s Club is closed on New Year’s Day.
Aldi
Aldi is closed on New Year’s Day.
Whole Foods
Most Whole Foods stores will be open for limited hours on New Year’s Day.
Trader Joe’s
Specialty grocer Trader Joe’s is closed on New Year’s Day.
Convenience stores and retail hours on New Year’s Day
Walmart
Walmart stores will be open as usual.
Target
Target will also be open on New Year’s Day.
Home Depot
Most Home Depot locations will operate from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
Lowe’s
Lowe’s will open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
Macy’s
Macy’s is open during regular hours on New Year’s Day.
Kohl’s
Kohl’s will be open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
Nordstrom
Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack will be open with limited hours both days.
Pharmacies’ hours on New Year’s Day
CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens locations will be open, though some may be on limited hours.
Banks and mail delivery
Most banks and post offices will be closed on New Year’s Day in line with the Federal Reserve’s holiday schedule.