For many Americans, Memorial Day means spending the day outside at a backyard barbecue or at the beach, if it’s warm enough.
For those hosting a gathering, it may also entail last-minute trips to the grocery store to stock up on food, or a quick stop at a local retailer to pick up a gift for friends whose party you’re attending. Luckily, most stores will be open on Memorial Day, with a few exceptions.
Check out the list below to see what’s open and closed on Monday. Remember to check local store hours before heading over, as they may vary.
Is Walmart open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Walmart is open on Memorial Day. Most stores are open from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m. in their local time zones.
Retailers
Best BuyCVSDollar GeneralHome Depot HomeGoodsHomesenseIKEAMarshallsMichaelsTargetTJ MaxxPetcoSierraWalgreens (majority of pharmacies will be closed)Walmart
Grocery stores and supermarkets open on Memorial Day
ALDI (operating limited hours)DillonsFood LionHarris TeeterKrogerRalphsSmith’sStop & Shop (pharmacies will be closed)Trader Joe’sWegmansWhole Foods Market
Restaurants, fast-food chains
Arby’sBaskin-RobbinsBuffalo Wild WingsBurger KingChipotleChick-fil-ADomino’sDunkin’ Jimmy John’sKFCSonicStarbucksTaco Bell
What places are closed on Memorial Day 2025?
Some stores and services are closed on Memorial Day to mark the holiday. They include:
United States Postal ServiceUPS
Is Costco open on Memorial Day?
No, the warehouse retailer is closed on Memorial Day, which is one of the seven annual holidays it observes each year.