People around the world are preparing to ring in 2025 this New Year’s Eve on December 31.
The annual celebration will see families and friends getting together to watch the ball drop in New York City’s Times Square, signifying the end of 2024.
For those in the U.S. still looking to run some errands before hosting at their house or heading out to someone else’s, you’ll want to double-check that your local stores are open.
While New Year’s Eve is not considered a federal holiday, stores and restaurants may be shutting down early for the nighttime festivities.
Here’s what major stores and restaurants will be open or closed on New Year’s Eve 2024:
Costco
open image in galleryChipotle, Walmart, McDonald’s and Target are all open on New Year’s Eve (AP)
All Costco stores in the U.S. will be open until 6 p.m. local time on New Year’s Eve, although the hours will vary by location.
Target
Target will be open until 9 p.m. local time on New Year’s Eve.
Starbucks
Starbucks hours vary by location and store, but many stores will be open on New Year’s Eve.
Customers are encouraged to use the Starbucks app or the but the exact hours of stores are based on location.
open image in galleryWhole Foods will be open until 8 p.m. (Getty Images)
Trader Joe’s
Most Trader Joe’s locations are scheduled to close early on New Year’s Eve, only being open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Specific opening and closing times may vary for each store.
Aldi
The supermarket chain will be operating on “adjusted hours” on New Year’s Eve, so customers should check their specific location.
Sam’s Club
with hours depending on store locations.
Walgreens
Walgreens will be operating on New Year’s Eve. by the location of the restaurant.
open image in galleryMcDonald’s locations will be open depending on location (AP)
Burger King
Burger King should be open during regular hours on New Year’s Eve depending on where it is located.
Wendy’s
The restaurant chain known for its mascot with red pigtails will also be open on December 31 with specific hours varying by location.
Taco Bell
Taco Bell will be open on New Year’s Eve with their opening and closing times varying by location.
Chipotle
The restaurant chain specializing in burritos and bowls will be operating on New Year’s Eve.
Cracker Barrel
The fast-casual restaurant chain will be open on New Year’s Eve during regular hours.
IHOP
The International House of Pancakes will be open on New Year’s Eve with specific hours varying by location.
open image in galleryIHOP is open on New Year’s Eve (Getty Images)
Waffle House
Waffle House locations are normally open 24 hours a day, seven days a week even on holidays.
Apple Bee’s
The restaurant chain will be operating on New Year’s Eve.
Hooters
Hooters will be open from 11 a.m. until after Fiesta Bowl college football game that begins at 7:30 p.m. EST.
Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse will be operating with its normal hours on New Year’s Eve.