Summary:
Mass transit operates on reduced schedules (check MTA website for details)
Government offices, including the DMV, are closed.
NYC public schools are closed for winter recess.
Libraries and most banks are closed.
Garbage collection is delayed; check your schedule.
NYC New Year's Day 2025: Your Guide to What's Open and Closed
New Year's Day in NYC means altered schedules and closures for many services. Here's your guide to navigating the holiday:
Mass Transit
- Subways and buses: Will operate on a Sunday schedule.
- Long Island Rail Road: Sunday schedule.
- Metro-North Railroad: Hourly service, with variations across lines. Check the MTA website for details.
- Staten Island Ferry: Holiday schedule (every 30 minutes).
Parking and Government
- Alternate Side Parking (ASP): Suspended on January 1st, resuming January 2nd.
- Government Offices: Closed, including DMV, courts, Social Security, and post offices.
Schools, Libraries, and Banks
- NYC Public Schools: Closed for winter recess (Dec 23rd - Jan 1st).
- NYC Libraries (NYPL, Queens, Brooklyn): Closed.
- Banks: Most branches closed. Check your local branch.
- Financial Markets: Closed.
Sanitation
- Garbage, Recycling, Compost: No collection on January 1st. Wednesday collection will be on Thursday, January 2nd. Place items at the curb Wednesday evening.
Remember to plan your travel and errands accordingly!
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