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Looking to big during January white sales beginning on New Year's Day?
Maybe you just need a quart of milk from the local supermarket, or a quick hangover cure from the corner pharmacy.
Fear not. Although it may seem like the 1st of January is a non-event, there's a lot happening at a mall or market near you.
In big metropolitan areas, you can usually rely on major department stores in some locations to open on New Year's Day -- especially for those giant clearance sales that help unload all the excess Christmas stock.
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Some of the biggest stores - like Walmart, Macy's, and Target - will post regular store hours for hordes of shoppers lured in by white sales and other amazing New Year's Day sales and bargains.
Also check out the big retail pharmacies -- like Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid -- who also don't skip a beat when it comes to opening doors on the first big holiday of the year.
Simply need a quick cup of coffee? Starbucks has the cure with regular store hours at most locations. Most Dunkin' and Krispy Kreme locations will also be open New Year's Day.
Looking to really chow down? McDonald's, Burger King, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, Domino's, and other fast food joints are open, along with Denny's and IHOP which welcome customers with open arms on New Year's Day.
Check ahead to schedule a visit to Boston Market, which traditionally limits their hours (by location) on the first day of the year.
Other restaurants open New Year's Day include Chick-fil-A, Chili's, Cracker Barrel, Domino's, Hardee's, Olive Garden, and Sonic.
For great savings on laptops and flatscreen TVs, Best Buy also opens a little later and closes a bit earlier on New Year's Day. Other big retailers like Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Barnes & Noble also open with slightly curtailed hours. Not sure about a location near year? Simply check store opening hours on the Web ahead of time.
In movie theaters January 1
Dinner (or a late lunch) and a movie is always a great way to enjoy New Year's Day, so keep in mind the big December blockbusters that will still be playing in theaters.
Watch for Christmas week movie openings still in theaters on New Year's Day 2025 including "Sonic the Hedgehog 3", "Mufasa: The Lion King" (a prequel to the original Disney animated hit), and another chapter in the Lord of the Rings sage, "Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim"
What's closed January 1, 2025
Costco and Sam's Club continue their tradition of closing for the holidays -- including New Year's Day (but watch for BJ's to open their doors at 11AM and to remain until 7PM.)
And, if you want to send a last-minute package on New Year's Day, DON'T expect the post office, Fed-Ex or UPS store to handle it -- as they will be enjoying a full day of relaxation after the holiday rush. Since New Year's Day is a federal holiday, banks and the Wall Street stock market will also be closed.
With best wishes for a very Happy New Year!
also see -> After Christmas sales | What's Open Christmas Day
What stores are open on New Year's Day?
Just up ahead find sales circulars, store hours, contact info and locations for major department stores nationwide through the U.S. and Canada:
More about what's open on New Year's Day around the Web:
Things to Do on New Years Day in NYC - Check out major events, shows, museum exhibits and other entertainment to celebrate on New Year's Day in New York City, as recommended by About.com.
What's Open in Miami on New Year's Day - Find out what's open and closed in all of Broward county on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
12 Things to Do in Los Angeles on New Years Day - An even dozen of ideas on what's doing around town on the first day of the year.
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