Overview
- Costco confirms a Jan. 1, 2026 shutdown across all U.S. warehouses and lists six additional 2026 closure dates including Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day (observed July 3), Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
- Walmart and Target state they will operate on Jan. 1 with regular hours in the U.S., though local stores may adjust New Year’s Eve closing times.
- Sam’s Club will not open on Jan. 1 in the U.S., while posted schedules in Mexico and Central America show special hours distinct from U.S. operations.
- U.S. banks and courts will be closed on Jan. 1, and USPS, FedEx and UPS will suspend retail services and deliveries until operations resume on Jan. 2.
- Regional schedules vary: Costco Mexico posts Dec. 31 store hours of 09:00–17:00 (gas 06:00–18:00) and closure on Jan. 1, and outlets in Spain, Peru and Argentina highlight reduced hours on Dec. 31 with widespread Jan. 1 closures; customers are advised to confirm local hours.