What’s Open, Closed On New Year’s Day 2021 In Bristol-Warren
BRISTOL-WARREN, RI — On New Year’s Day, Rhode Islanders will leave behind a year marked by unprecedented hardship and challenges. After spending much of the year navigating the once-in-a-lifetime coronavirus pandemic, many will no doubt welcome 2021 with open arms.
As we ring in the new year in our town, many local facilities and government offices will take the day off to recognize the start of the new year.
Here’s a look at what’s open and closed in Rhode Island on New Year’s:
Liquor stores: Most open regular hours, at owner's discretion
Grocery stores: Most open regular hours
Convenience stores: Open at owner's discretion
Restaurants, bars: Open at owner's discretion
Banks: Closed
Libraries: Closed
Stock market: Closed
Municipal, state, federal offices: Closed
Mail: Post offices closed
RIPTA: Sunday/Holiday schedule
Trash Collection: Most towns with pickup are delayed by one day. Check with your local public works if you're unsure.
However, if you’re hoping to step out for some socially distanced shopping or dining, there are several stores and chain restaurants that will be open on New Year’s Day.
Retailers
Bed, Bath & Beyond: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Hobby Lobby: Open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Home Depot: Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Kohl’s: Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Lowe’s: Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Macy’s: Open 11 a.m. to 9 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
Applebee’s
Boston Market
Buffalo Wild Wings
Burger King
Carrabba’s
The Cheesecake Factory
Chick-fil-A
Chili’s
Chipotle
Cracker Barrel
Denny’s
Domino’s
Dunkin’
IHOP
KFC
McDonald’s
Olive Garden
Panera Bread
Sonic
Starbucks
Subway
Taco Bell
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.
This article originally appeared on the Bristol-Warren Patch