Welcome 2020!

Jan. 1, 2020 is New Year’s Day and it’s a holiday for most people.

While almost all government offices are closed, many stores and restaurants are open, though some may be operating on a shortened schedule. It’s always a good idea to check ahead to ensure local hours.

Here’s a look at what’s open, what’s closed on New Year’s Day 2020:

U.S. Post Office – Closed. Mail will not run. UPS and Fed Ex closed.

Stock Markets – Closed

Banks – Closed

ABC Stores – Closed

City of Birmingham offices – Closed

Jefferson County offices - Closed

City of Huntsville offices – Closed

Madison County offices – Closed

City of Mobile – Closed

Mobile County offices – Closed

Starbucks Open New Year’s Day (hours vary).

Grocery stores and drug stores

Aldi – Closed

Costco – Closed

CVS – Open regular hours

Kroger - Open.

Publix – Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. New Year’s Day

Trader Joe’s – Closed

Walgreens – Open regular hours

Whole Foods – Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. New Year’s Day

Department stores

Best Buy – Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on New Year’s Day

Kohl’s – Open 9 a.m.-10 p.m. on New Year’s Day

Target – Open 8 a.m.-11 p.m. on New Year’s Day

Walmart – Open regular hours New Year’s Day.

Store and pharmacy hours can vary, always check with you favorite location.