Macy’s Holiday Hours: Are They Open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day?
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Rudri Bhatt Patel, CFHC™
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Macy’s® is a major destination for holiday gifts, clothing, décor and last-minute shopping runs. If you plan to visit a store right before Christmas, knowing when Macy’s is open can help you avoid wasted trips and crowded rushes.
Is Macy’s Open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day?
Macy’s is typically open on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Most stores keep regular or slightly adjusted hours on December 31, and many reopen on January 1 with normal hours and post-holiday sales. Because hours can vary by location, it’s a good idea to check your local store before you go.
Macy’s 2026 Holiday Schedule
Here’s a full look at Macy’s major holiday schedule for 2026:
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday, Jan. 1 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | Monday, Jan. 19 |
| Presidents Day | Monday, Feb. 16 |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 5 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25 |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | Friday, June 19 |
| Independence Day | Saturday, July 4 |
| Labor Day | Monday, Sept. 7 |
| Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day | Monday, Oct. 12 |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday, Nov. 11 |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov. 26 |
| Christmas Day | Friday, Dec. 25 |
What If You Need To Shop When Macy’s Is Closed?
You still have several shopping options even when stores are closed for Christmas Day:
- Browse and purchase items on Macys.com
- Shop through the Macy’s App
- Access after-Christmas markdowns online
- Manage returns once stores reopen on Dec. 26
- Check the local store’s inventory online before visiting the next day
Example: Many post-holiday deals on home goods and winter items appear online before stores reopen on Dec. 26.
Local Store Hours May Vary
Christmas Eve hours differ between:
- Mall-based stores
- Standalone locations
- Large metropolitan stores like Herald Square in NYC
You can confirm your local Macy’s schedule using the Store Locator or in the Macy’s App.
Macy’s Regular Business Hours
During most of the year, Macy’s follows this general schedule:
| Day | Hours (Local Time) |
|---|---|
| Monday through Thursday | 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| Friday and Saturday | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Sunday | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
Hours may extend during the holiday shopping season.
Many Macy’s locations add late-night hours in the days before Christmas to accommodate increased traffic.
How To Contact Macy’s
If you need help during the Christmas holiday:
- Phone: 1-800-289-6229
- Website: macys.com
- Mobile App: For online shopping and store info
- Store Locator: For updated hours
Customer service support is available online even when stores are closed.
Final Tips for Christmas Shopping at Macy’s
- Check your store’s hours: Early closures are common on Dec. 24.
- Shop online during closures: Macys.com stays active on Christmas Day.
- Expect higher foot traffic: The final shopping week before Christmas is one of Macy’s busiest periods.
- Use pickup options: Order Pickup and curbside services can save time.
- Look for markdowns: After-Christmas sales often start online on Dec. 25.
Example: Popular perfume gift sets and seasonal décor often sell out early, so buy them before Christmas Eve when stock becomes limited.
More Holiday Hours
Caitlyn Moorhead and Cynthia Measom contributed to the reporting for this article.
All holiday hours were confirmed as of Dec. 29, 2025. Check with your local retailer to confirm specific hours. Hours and policies are subject to change.
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