As South Florida gears up to bid farewell to 2025 with festive events such as the iconic Big Orange drop in downtown Miami, both locals and tourists are keen to know which services will be accessible on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
From grocery stores and pharmacies to shopping malls and public transportation, here's a comprehensive guide to what's open and closed on December 31st and January 1st.
Grocery Stores and Supermarkets
New Year's Eve – December 31st
Publix: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Aldi: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Trader Joe’s: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fresh Market: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Milam's Market: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Presidente: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Price Choice: Open, but hours may vary by location
Sedano’s: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Walmart: Regular hours (6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.)
Walmart Neighborhood Market: Regular hours
Whole Foods Market: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Winn-Dixie: Open until 10:00 p.m.
Bravo Supermarkets: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sprouts: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
New Year's Day – January 1st
Publix: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Aldi: Closed
Trader Joe’s: Closed
Fresh Market: Open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Milam's Market: Open from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Presidente: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Price Choice: Open (check store-specific hours)
Sedano’s: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Walmart: Regular hours
Whole Foods Market: Open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Winn-Dixie: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Bravo Supermarkets: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sprouts: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
According to Florida Today, "Most supermarkets and pharmacies in Florida will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, although many will operate on modified hours."
Big Box Stores and Wholesale Clubs
New Year's Eve – December 31st
Costco: Open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
BJ's Wholesale Club: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sam's Club: Open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Target: Open from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Walmart: Regular hours
Best Buy: Open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
New Year's Day – January 1st
Costco: Closed
BJ's Wholesale Club: Open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sam's Club: Closed
Target: Regular hours
Walmart: Regular hours
Best Buy: Open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Home Depot: Regular hours
IKEA: Open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Macy’s: Open from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Pharmacies
Both Days
CVS: Open (verify hours by location)
Walgreens: Open, hours may vary by store
Navarro Discount Pharmacy: Open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on January 1st
Publix Pharmacies: Open with modified hours
Many CVS Pharmacy locations will maintain their usual hours on New Year's Day. It's advisable for customers to call ahead or check local hours online.
Shopping Malls
New Year's Eve – December 31st
Aventura Mall: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Brickell City Centre: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Dadeland Mall: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Dolphin Mall: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sawgrass Mills: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Coral Square: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Miami International Mall: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The Shops at Merrick Park: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Bal Harbour Shops: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Galleria Fort Lauderdale: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
New Year's Day – January 1st
Aventura Mall: 10:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Brickell City Centre: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Dadeland Mall: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Miami International Mall: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sawgrass Mills: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Bal Harbour Shops, Merrick Park, Pembroke Lakes, Westland Mall, Florida Keys Outlet, The Falls: All open with extended or regular hours.
Public Transportation
Miami-Dade
Metrorail and Metromover: Operate until 2:00 a.m. on January 1st. After that, only exits are allowed from stations.
Metrobus and MetroConnect: Sunday schedule
Parking at Metrorail stations: Open until 3:00 a.m.
Tri-Rail: Special departures from Miami Central at 1:00 and 2:00 a.m., with stops at all stations, then weekend schedule.
Broward County Transit
Sunday schedule both days.
Trash and Recycling Collection
Miami-Dade, Miami, and Broward: Regular service both days.
Fort Lauderdale: Includes bulk waste collection.
Postal and Mail Delivery
December 31st: Regular service
January 1st: Only priority express mail delivery in some markets
Public Offices and Stock Markets
December 31st: Most operate normally.
January 1st: County offices, courts, and libraries in Miami-Dade and Broward will be closed.
NYSE and NASDAQ: Closed on January 1st.
January 1st is a federal holiday in the United States, leading to reduced or suspended operations for many offices and services. In contrast, December 31st is not an official holiday, so most establishments will be open, albeit with adjusted hours.
If you have shopping or errands to run, it's best to verify the specific hours of your local store or service.
Frequently Asked Questions about New Year’s Schedule in South Florida
Are grocery stores open on New Year's Day in South Florida?
Yes, most grocery stores in South Florida are open on New Year's Day, but some have reduced hours. It's advisable to check with your local store.
Will public transportation be available in Miami-Dade on January 1st?
Yes, public transportation including Metrorail, Metromover, and Metrobus will operate on a modified schedule on January 1st.
Are malls open on New Year's Eve in South Florida?
Yes, many malls in South Florida are open on New Year's Eve, although they may close earlier than usual. Check the mall's specific hours for that day.