Is Costco Open on New Year’s Day? Holiday Hours and What to Know

Costco is closed on New Year’s Day in the United States. That means there is no regular Costco opening time on January 1. If you need groceries, gas, prescriptions, party food, returns, tire service, or other warehouse services, plan your Costco trip before the holiday.

New Year’s Day 2027 falls on Friday, January 1. Since Costco closes its U.S. warehouses for the holiday, shoppers should pay close attention to local New Year’s Eve hours and handle time-sensitive errands before January 1.

Costco New Year’s Day Hours

Costco U.S. warehouses are closed on New Year’s Day, so Costco does not open at 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., or any other regular warehouse time on January 1.

This applies to regular warehouse shopping and most in-warehouse services. Members should not expect to shop aisles, make returns, pick up orders, visit the membership desk, or stop by warehouse departments on New Year’s Day.

For surrounding days, Costco hours vary by location. Costco says there may be slight variations in warehouse hours, and its local warehouse pages display adjusted holiday hours and closures. Because of that, the best approach is to check your specific warehouse before New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day.

Is Costco Open on New Year’s Eve?

Costco is typically open on New Year’s Eve, but hours may be shorter than usual or vary by warehouse. This is the more important shopping day for many members because Costco will be closed the next day.

If you need food for a New Year’s Eve gathering, drinks, appetizers, breakfast items for January 1, cleaning supplies, pharmacy items, gas, or household basics, do not wait until late in the day without checking local hours first. Some warehouses may close earlier than their regular weekday schedule.

New Year’s Eve can also be busy. Members may be shopping for party trays, snacks, paper goods, beverages, and last-minute groceries before the holiday closure, so earlier shopping is usually easier than waiting until the final open hours.

Are Costco Gas Stations Open on New Year’s Day?

You should not rely on Costco Gas being open on New Year’s Day. Costco warehouses are closed for the holiday, and gas availability may also be affected.

On regular days, Costco gas stations can have different hours from the main warehouse. Some locations open gas pumps earlier or keep them open later than the store. Around New Year’s Day, however, it is safer to fill up before January 1, especially if you are driving after New Year’s Eve events, visiting family, heading home from a trip, or starting a new-year road day.

If Costco Gas is important to your plans, check your local warehouse page before the holiday. Gas lines may also be heavier on New Year’s Eve or the day before, so give yourself extra time.

Are Costco Pharmacy, Tire Center, Optical, and Food Court Open on New Year’s Day?

Costco pharmacy, tire center, optical, hearing aid, food court, returns, pickup, and membership desk services are generally unavailable when the warehouse is closed on New Year’s Day.

This matters because many Costco trips are not just for groceries. A member may need a prescription refill, glasses pickup, tire service, hearing aid support, a return, or a membership issue handled before the new year begins. Those errands should be completed before January 1 or postponed until the warehouse reopens.

On regular business days, Costco departments may also have separate schedules from the main warehouse. If you need a specific service on New Year’s Eve or the days around the holiday, check the Store Details for your local warehouse before making a special trip.

What to Buy at Costco Before New Year’s Day

Costco can be a practical stop before New Year’s Day because many households need food, drinks, and supplies for both New Year’s Eve and January 1. Since warehouses close on the holiday, it is better to shop ahead.

Useful Costco items before New Year’s Day may include party trays, appetizers, chips, dips, desserts, sparkling beverages, bottled water, coffee, breakfast foods, paper plates, cups, napkins, trash bags, cleaning supplies, storage containers, and easy meals for the next day.

If you are hosting guests, traveling, or planning a quiet day at home, think beyond party food. Pharmacy basics, toiletries, pet supplies, household staples, batteries, and gas may be easier to handle before the holiday than after stores reopen.

Costco New Year’s Shopping Tips

• Shop before January 1 if you need food, drinks, prescriptions, gas, or party supplies.
• Check New Year’s Eve hours because your local warehouse may close earlier than usual.
• Fill up at Costco Gas before holiday travel or late-night New Year’s Eve plans.
• Pick up pharmacy, tire, optical, hearing aid, or special-order items before the closure.
• Expect heavier crowds on New Year’s Eve and the days leading up to January 1.
• Use Costco’s website, app, or warehouse locator before leaving.

A simple list can help if you are shopping for a gathering or stocking up for the next day. Costco trips before a holiday may take longer than usual, and popular prepared foods or seasonal items can sell quickly.

How to Check Your Local Costco New Year’s Hours

The most reliable way to confirm Costco New Year’s hours is to check your specific warehouse through Costco’s official warehouse locator. Local warehouse pages show hours, department details, and posted holiday closures.

1. Search by ZIP code, city, or state.
2. Select your preferred Costco warehouse.
3. Review warehouse hours and Store Details.
4. Check department information for gas, pharmacy, tire center, optical, hearing aid, pickup, and other services.
5. Call the warehouse if you need confirmation for a specific department or appointment.

Costco’s official holiday closures page also lists New Year’s Day as a U.S. warehouse closure, which makes the main January 1 answer straightforward. The local check is still useful for New Year’s Eve and for departments with separate hours.