What’s Open, Closed New Year’s Day 2021 In Fredericksburg
FREDERICKSBURG, VA — On New Year’s Day, residents in Fredericksburg 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 the area on New Year’s:
According to the city's website, all Fredericksburg city offices will be closed New Year's Day. Curbside collection of trash and recycling will take place as usual. There will be no trash or recycling collection on New Year's Day. Friday customers will have their trash picked up on Saturday. The Belman Road Recycling Center and the Stafford Landfill will close for New Year's Day. Normal operations will resume Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Fredericksburg library branch will close at 3 p.m. New Year's Eve Day and remain closed New Year's Day. Circuit Court, General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court are closed Dec. 31-Jan. 1.
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 in your area or elsewhere, if you're traveling.
Retailers
Bed, Bath & Beyond: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Dillard’s: Some stores open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (varies by mall)
Hobby Lobby: Open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Home Depot: Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
IKEA: Open regular hours.
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.
Neiman Marcus: Open noon to 5 p.m.
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
Balducci’s
Black Angus Steakhouse
Boston Market
Buca di Beppo
Buffalo Wild Wings
Burger King
Carl's Jr.
Carrabba’s
The Cheesecake Factory
Chick-fil-A
Chili’s
Chipotle
Cracker Barrel
Curry Up Now
Denny’s
Domino’s
Dunkin’
Eddie V’s
Fogo de Chão
Hardee's
IHOP
KFC
Kona Grill
Landry’s Kitchen
Lettuce Entertain You
Maggiano's
Mastro’s
McDonald’s
Metro Diner
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Olive Garden
Panda Express
Panera Bread
Patxi’s Pizza
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Smith & Wollensky
Sonic
Starbucks
Subway
Taco Bell
The Capital Grille
Waffle House
Wahlburgers
Yard House
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 Fredericksburg Patch