The first official day of 2026 lands on Thursday, Jan. 1. If you're hoping to spend New Year's Day shopping, Target stores will be open during normal business hours. That said, hours may vary among stores, so to ensure a Target near you is open, use the store locator or store app to confirm openings and closings.

Find out Target’s holiday operating schedule, including Christmas Eve opening details, expected early closures, and why store hours may vary by location during the busy festive period.

Before you shop, check Target and Walmart Christmas Eve hours, pickup deadlines and closures to avoid last-minute holiday shopping surprises.

As Christmas approaches, many shoppers are planning their final errands, gift pickups, and grocery runs ahead of the holiday. With Christmas Day falling on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025, it's especially important to confirm Target's Christmas hours before heading out.

Yes, Target is open on New Year’s. Whether you need to start a home gym or purchase new running shoes, Target will have it ready for you on Jan 1. There are only two holidays that Walmart shuts its doors for, and that’s Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.