As residents of Vero Beach and Indian River County prepare to ring in 2026, knowing where to grab last-minute champagne or New Year’s Day essentials is vital. Whether you are planning a late-night celebration or need to restock the fridge after the festivities, retailers across the Treasure Coast have adjusted their operating hours for the holiday transition.
While some major retailers like Walmart and Target will keep their doors open to welcome the new year, others, particularly wholesale clubs and select grocers, will be closing up shop to allow employees time with their families.
If you’re planning last-minute shopping or a New Year’s Day outing, expect varied hours across major retailers and malls. Grocery chains like ALDI, Trader Joe’s, and Sam’s Club will close on New Year’s Day, while Publix and Target remain open with reduced schedules.
Here is a comprehensive guide to what is open and closed in and around Vero Beach for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
Grocery Store Hours
For those needing ingredients for a traditional New Year’s meal, pay close attention to the closures on January 1st, particularly at discount grocers.
- Publix: On New Year’s Eve, all stores open at 9 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. (Pharmacy open). On New Year’s Day, most stores will operate from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., though Pharmacies will be closed.
- ALDI: Stores will operate on modified hours for New Year’s Eve and will be closed on New Year’s Day.
- Trader Joe’s: Open New Year’s Eve from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on New Year’s Day.
- Whole Foods & Winn-Dixie: Both chains will operate on modified hours; checking your specific local store is recommended.
Big Box Retailers and Wholesale Clubs
If you are looking to shop in bulk or grab household goods, note that Costco and Sam’s Club will not be options on the first day of the year.
- Walmart: Supercenters are expected to maintain normal operating hours, generally 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Target: Open New Year’s Eve from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and New Year’s Day from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Costco: Open New Year’s Eve from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on New Year’s Day.
- Sam’s Club: Open New Year’s Eve until 8 p.m. Closed on New Year’s Day.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club: Open New Year’s Eve from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. On New Year’s Day, clubs and gas stations will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pharmacy Hours
If you have urgent medical needs, plan around reduced windows of operation.
- CVS Pharmacy: Pharmacy hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
- Walgreens: Open New Year’s Day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Vero Beach & Treasure Coast Shopping Malls
Local shopping centers in Indian River County are welcoming shoppers on both days, though hours are slightly condensed compared to the regular season.
- Indian River Mall (Vero Beach): Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
- Vero Beach Outlets: Open New Year’s Eve from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and New Year’s Day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Treasure Coast Square (Jensen Beach): Open New Year’s Eve from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and New Year’s Day from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
As always, individual store managers may alter hours based on staffing or local conditions, so a quick call ahead is always a smart move before heading out on the holiday.
