Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering and honoring those who have died while serving in the U.S. military. It is a time for reflection and gratitude, but it can also be a time for shopping. Many stores are open on Memorial Day, so you can get the supplies you need for your holiday celebrations without having to take a day off from work.
In this article, we will cover the following:
- A list of stores that are open on Memorial Day
- The hours of operation for each store
- Any special deals or promotions that are available
We hope this information helps you plan your Memorial Day shopping!
Overview
This year, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 29. The festival commemorates the men and women who died while serving their country in the military. It was designated as a federal holiday in 1971 and is always celebrated on the final Monday of May.
While the official observance of Memorial Day is a melancholy memory, Memorial Day weekend itself often marks the unofficial start of summer. With Memorial Day celebrations in full swing throughout the weekend and especially on holiday Mondays, you may wonder what stores are open in case you need last-minute supplies or want to shop for the best Memorial Day discounts before they end.
Because Monday is a federal holiday, several stores will be closed, including modest mom-and-pop shops and Costco. That’s correct. Costco is closed on Memorial Day but open on the preceding Saturday and Sunday.
Aside from that, most grocery stores, department stores, and other significant businesses will operate on Memorial Day with regular business hours. However, it’s always a good idea to check with your local retailers beforehand to see if they offer special holiday hours.
What Businesses Are Open on Memorial Day?
Many businesses, government offices, and schools will be closed on Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day, a federal holiday honoring United States armed services members who died while serving their country. On the last Monday of May, the holiday is observed.
Here is a list of everything open and closed on Memorial Day 2023.
Postal Service
On Memorial Day, the US Postal Service does not deliver mail, and post offices are closed.
UPS stores will be closed, and no UPS pickup or delivery service will be available. Most FedEx services will also be closed Monday, except FedEx Office sites, which will operate on modified hours.
Financial Services
The Federal Reserve Bank will be closed on Memorial Day, a banking holiday. Although most banks will be closed, ATMs and online banking will be available.
The New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq will be closed on Monday.
Retail
The majority of stores will be open on Monday. Walmart, Target, and the majority of supermarket stores will be available. Check with nearby businesses to see if they are loose or have different hours.
Costco Wholesale will be closed on Memorial Day and reopen following the holiday.
Grocery Stores Are Open on Memorial Day
- Albertson’s: Hours vary by location.
- Aldi: Most stores are only open for a limited time.
- Kmart’s: Hours differ depending on location.
- Kroger’s: Hours differ depending on location.
- Publix: Most locations are open from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
- Sam’s Club: The majority of locations are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Save-Mart: Most locations are open from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.
- ShopRite: Hours vary depending on location.
- Target: The majority of its stores are open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Trader Joe’s: Hours vary according to location.
- Vons: Hours vary according to region.
- Walmart: The majority of its stores are open from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Wegmans: Hours vary per location.
- Whole Foods: Hours vary according to location.
Convenience Stores Open on Memorial Day
Keep in mind that the pharmacy within the store may have different hours of operation. If you need to speak with a pharmacist or pick up a prescription, phone ahead to ensure they are open.
- CVS: The majority of stores are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Duane Reade: The majority of their locations are open 24 hours a day.
- Rite-Aid: The majority of locations are open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Walgreens: Hours vary according to location.
- 7-Eleven: Most locations are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Best Buy: Some locations now offer contactless curbside pickup.
- Crate & Barrel: Some locations provide contactless curbside pickup.
- IKEA: Some locations now offer contactless curbside pickup.
- Lowe’s: Some locations now provide contactless curbside pickup.
- Macy’s: Some locations now offer contactless curbside pickup.
- The Home Depot: Hours vary depending on location.
Restaurants Open on Memorial Day
- Applebee’s
- Benihana
- Bob Evans
- Bonefish Grill
- Boston Market
- Carrabba’s Italian Grill
- Chili’s
- Cracker Barrel
- Denny’s
- Golden Corral
- IHOP
- Longhorn Steakhouse
- McCormick & Schmick’s
- Noodles & Company
- Olive Garden
- Outback Steakhouse
- Panera Bread
- P.F. Chang’s
- Red Lobster
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill
- Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Yard House
Fast Food Restaurants Open on Memorial Day
- Arby’s
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Burger King
- Chick-fil-A
- Chipotle
- Domino’s
- Five Guys
- In-N-Out Burger
- KFC
- McDonald’s
- Papa John’s
- Pizza Hut
- Potbelly
- Shake Shack
- Sonic Drive-In
- Starbucks
- Subway
- Taco Bell
- Wendy’s
- Whataburger
Liquor Stores Are Open On Memorial Day
If you live in an Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, or Wisconsin state or district with privately owned and operated liquor stores, it’s best to call ahead.
- Stores will be open throughout Iowa.
- Stores will be open in Maine.
- Stores in Michigan will be open.
- Mississippi will have stores open.
- Stores will be open in New Hampshire.
- Stores will be open in North Carolina.
- Stores in Ohio will be open.
- Stores will be open in Oregon.
- Stores in Pennsylvania will be open.
- Vermont will have stores open.
- Stores will be open throughout Virginia.
- Stores will be open in West Virginia.
- Wyoming will have stores open.
Stores will be closed on Memorial Day.
- Costco
- FedEx
- UPS
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