Need to do a New Year’s Day grocery run? To help you out, we compiled this general guide to major chain stores, grocery stores, and pharmacies likely to be open in Seattle on New Year’s Day (Thursday, January 1, 2026). Keep in mind holiday hours often vary by location, so it’s best to call ahead or check online before you go.
Holiday hours vary by store and location and most chains publish specific New Year’s Day hours on their websites or apps. Pharmacies inside grocery stores (like those at Walmart/Target) sometimes close earlier than the main store. 24-hour locations (especially Walmart Supercenters and some Walgreens or CVS stores) may remain open late or all day. For local Seattle markets or specialty grocers not listed as national chains, checking the business’s own hours directly is best!
Read on for all the info.
Grocery Stores & Big-Box Retailers
Here are the New Year’s Day hours of some popular chain supermarkets and big-box retailers:
- Trader Joe’s: Closed early (5 pm) on New Year’s Eve and closed entirely on New Year’s Day.
- Costco: Traditionally closed on New Year’s Day.
- Target: Usually open with regular or slightly reduced hours.
- Walmart: Open (many Seattle locations operate standard hours).
- Safeway: Typically open with reduced holiday hours (local stores may vary).
- Fred Meyer / QFC: Often open (hours depend on location).
- Whole Foods: Most locations open with limited or modified hours.
- Amazon Fresh: Most if not all locations will be open.
Seattle Grocery & Specialty Markets
In addition to chains, some local markets may be open on the holiday (but contact them directly for holiday hours):
- PCC Corner Market
- Metropolitan Market (multiple locations)
- Grocery Outlet Bargain Market
- Whole Foods
- Uwajimaya
- Town & Country Market in Ballard
Pharmacies & Convenience Stores
Most national pharmacy chains stay open on New Year’s Day, though pharmacy counters and prescription services may have reduced hours:
- CVS: Stores usually open; pharmacy counter hours vary.
- Walgreens: Store open; pharmacy services may be limited.
- Rite Aid: Many locations remain open (hours vary).
- 7-Eleven and other gas-station mini-stores: Often open 24/7, including holidays.