What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026? See which stores are operating this holiday.

This weekend, Americans are gearing up to ignite their barbecues, make their way to the coast, or unfold their picnic mats in celebration of Memorial Day, marking the unofficial commencement of summer.

For those planning to host or join gatherings, the holiday weekend often means a last-minute trip to the store to grab essential food items and other necessities.

Below is a rundown of which retailers will welcome you on Monday, May 25. Be sure to verify the hours of operation for your local store, as they can differ by location.

Is Target open on Memorial Day?

Target stores will be open as usual on Monday, as confirmed by a company spokesperson.

Is Walmart open on Memorial Day?

Walmart will also be open on Memorial Day, with most locations operating from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. in their respective time zones.

Is Costco open on Memorial Day?

However, Costco warehouses will remain closed on Monday, according to a company representative.

Which retailers and fast-food stores are open on Memorial Day?

  • Applebee’s
  • Burger King
  • CVS Pharmacy
  • Chick-fil-A 
  • Dollar General
  • Home Depot
  • HomeGoods
  • Homesense 
  • JCPenney
  • Kohl’s
  • Lowe’s
  • Macy’s
  • Marshalls
  • McDonald’s
  • Michaels
  • Petco
  • Sierra
  • TJ Maxx

Which grocery stores are open on Memorial Day?

  • ALDI
  • Food Lion
  • Kroger
  • Stop & Shop 
  • Trader Joe’s
  • Wegmans
  • Whole Foods

Which places are closed on Memorial Day?

  • Non-essential government offices
  • Post offices 
  • Certain UPS retail locations may be closed, according to the UPS website
  • FedEx will have modified hours, while some locations may be closed entirely, according to the delivery giant’s website 

Is the stock market open?

The stock market will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, according to the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq websites. Trading will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

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