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When Walmart brought back its layaway program in 2011 after a five-year hiatus, customers could come in and reserve an item for the Christmas period starting Oct. 17. This year, the program begins on August 28, which kicks off Walmart's made-up occasion, Toy Week..
All 24-hour Walmarts are open on New Year's Day. Hours for New Year's Eve will vary by location but generally run between 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Stores will reopen for regular hours on Jan. 1. You can expect your local store to be open at 6 a.m.