It’s nearly time to ring in 2026, you’ve gathered with friends and family, they’ve tipped their empty glasses to you, expecting a special drink to share and celebrate with.
But you’re out of the bubbly.
Don’t worry. The Idaho Statesman has created a guide to when grocery stores and pharmacies are open in Boise on Wednesday, Dec. 31, and Thursday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day — and which stores are closing in observance of the holiday.
This list is generalized, it’s best to call your local locations before leaving the house.
How late will stores close on New Year’s Eve?
A number of stores and supermarkets will be open on New Year’s Eve, most with adjusted hours. All hours have been confirmed by official websites or employees.
They include:
Target: Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday; 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday.
Albertsons: Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday; 6 a.m. to midnight Thursday.
Costco: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday; closed Thursday.
Fred Meyer: Open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
WinCo: Open 24 hours.
Trader Joe’s: Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Whole Foods: Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday.
Grocery Outlet: Open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday; 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Boise Co-Op: Open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday.
What stores will be open on New Year’s Day?
The following stores will be open on New Year’s Day:
Target: Open 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Albertsons: Open 6 a.m. to midnight.
Fred Meyer: Open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
WinCo: Open 24 hours.
Whole Foods: Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Grocery Outlet: Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Boise Co-Op: Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
What stores are closed on New Year’s Day?
Only a few stores close their doors on New Year’s Day in Boise: Costco and Trader Joe’s.
Is the mall open in Boise for New Year’s Eve? New Year’s Day?
Yes! Boise Towne Square will be open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day with reduced hours.
On both days, the mall will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Are pharmacies open in Boise on New’s Eve? See Holiday hours
In Boise, CVS will be open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday for New Year’s Eve and the pharmacy will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Shoppers can visit CVS on New Year’s Day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The pharmacy will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The pharmacy inside Fred Meyer will be open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, New Year’s Eve. It is closed on New Year’s Day.
The pharmacy inside Costco will be open on New Year’s Eve from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Like the rest of the wholesale warehouse store, it’ll close Thursday for New Year’s Day.