What’s Open, Closed On New Year’s Day 2021 In Newton

NEWTON, MA — On New Year’s Day, residents in Newton will leave behind a year marked by unprecedented challenge. After spending much of the year navigating the coronavirus pandemic, many will no doubt welcome 2021 with open arms.

As we ring in the new year in our town, many local spots and government offices will take the day off.

Here’s a look at what’s open and closed in Newton on New Year’s Day:

The City of Newton offices will be closed on Jan. 1 for New Year's Day, but they will be open normal hours, Monday, Jan. 4. There will be a one-day delay for trash pickup: Friday on Saturday.

Here's a list of what else is opened and closed on the holiday. This list is ever-expanding so feel free to shoot us a note or comment below with more intel.

• Libraries: Closed
• Post Office: Closed
• Restaurants: Open at owner's discretion
  • Jamie's On Union (formerly The Station Diner): New Years Eve: Closed At 2 p.m. New Years Day Brunch 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Johnny's Luncheonette: NYE Closed at 3 p.m. New Years Day: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Cabot's: NYE Closed at 3 p.m. New Year's Day: Closed, Open Saturday at 9 a.m.
• Retail stores: Open at owner's discretion
• Supermarkets: Open at owner's discretion
• Liquor stores: Open
• Banks: Closed
• Gas stations: Open
• West Newton Cinema: Open.
  • What's playing: Wonder Woman 1984 daily through Dec. 31
• Parking: Free

However, if you’re hoping to step out for some distanced shopping or dining, there are several box stores and chain restaurants that will be open on New Year’s Day.

Retailers

• CVS: Open regular hours
• Home Depot: Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Marshalls: Open regular hours.
• PetSmart: Open regular hours.
• Target: Open regular hours.
• TJ Maxx: Open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Walgreens: Open regular hours.
• Walmart: Open regular hours.

Restaurants

• Boston Market
• Burger King
• Chipotle
• Domino’s
• Dunkin’
• KFC
• McDonald’s
• Panera Bread
• Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
• Starbucks
• Subway
• The Capital Grille

Given the coronavirus pandemic and changing business restrictions in some states, we would encourage you to call ahead to confirm hours at any of these retailers or restaurants.