Retailers brace for slew of returns as holiday shopping winds down
With the holiday shopping season ending for many on Christmas, the return season is getting underway for retailers.
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The calendar flips from 2024 to 2025 this week, and if you’re looking to kick off the new year with some retail therapy, there is good news for you.
Whether you’re looking for some new furniture, a new pair of jeans or a new piece of jewelry, consumers will have plenty of shopping options on New Year’s Day this year, as most retail chains will be open on the day, albeit some with adjusted hours. Most retail chains will also be open on New Year’s Eve this year.
Here’s what you need to know about retailers and whether or not they will be open on Wednesday, Jan. 1 this year.
Hours are displayed for the companies that provided them. It is always a good idea to call the location closest to you to ensure they are open before leaving your home.
New Year’s Day is on Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Yes, Walmart stores will be open regular hours on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.
Yes, Target stores will be open regular hours on New Year’s Day.
Yes, Kohl’s stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on New Year’s Day, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Yes, all three stores will be open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day, the company told USA TODAY.
JCPenney stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Most Nordstrom stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 1, however store hours vary by location. Check online or call your local store for specific holiday hours.
Home Depot stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY, while Lowe’s stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., according to the company.
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific holiday hours.
REI stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on New Year’s Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Yes, both stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on New Year’s Day, the company told USA TODAY. However, some stores are subject to the hours of their malls and shopping centers, so check with your local store for specific holiday hours.
Yes, Burlington stores will be open on New Year’s Day and will close at 10 p.m. local time, the company told USA TODAY.
Belk stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Yes, Big Lots stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.
Each Sephora location has different hours based on their region and/or mall-mandated hours, the company told USA TODAY. Customers can use the company’s store locator to find specific store hours.
No, IKEA stores will be closed on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY.
Staples stores will be open on Jan. 1 and will operate under their regular Sunday hours, the company told USA TODAY. You can check hours for your local store using the Staples store locator.
Office Depot and OfficeMax stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day, according to the company.
PetSmart stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 1, the company told USA TODAY, while PetCo stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the day.
Tractor Supply Co. stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day, 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.
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