Sarah Lemire
Updated ·9 min read
The calendar says summer begins on June 20, but everybody knows that the season unofficially kicks off on Memorial Day weekend.
It's hard to argue that of all the seasons, summertime is the best. The daily grind slows to a crawl, bags are packed for summer vacation and it's nothing but smooth sailing right through Labor Day.
However you plan to spend Memorial Day weekend this year, whether it be attending a parade to honor U.S. military personnel or lazing by the pool with an umbrella-drink in hand, you may find yourself in need of a few essentials.
Burgers for the grill? Mayo for the potato salad? Barbecue sauce for the chicken? Or perhaps you're headed to the grocery store to stock up for the work week ahead.
Whatever you need, you might be wondering what grocery stores are open on Memorial Day.
Good question, especially since Memorial Day is a federal holiday, which means schools, banks and government agencies, like the post office, are all closed in observance of the day.
That said, many retailers, restaurants and businesses remain open on the holiday, including plenty of grocery stores.
To find out if all your favorites will be open, including Walmart, Target, Costco and Trader Joe's, see below for a list of grocery stores open on Memorial Day, details on holiday hours, along with convenience stores, pharmacies and other retailers.
Here's what to know.
Grocery stores open on Memorial Day 2024
ACME: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Pharmacies are closed. Find local hours here.
Albertsons: Stores are open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Find local hours here.
Aldi: Stores will be open, but hours will be limited. Find local store hours here.
Big Y: Stores will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pharmacies will be closed. Find local hours here.
BJ’s Wholesale Club: Clubs are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Central Market: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Food Lion: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Giant Eagle: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Pharmacies will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Hannaford: Stores will be open, hours may vary by location. Customers are advised to confirm holiday hours before going. Find local hours here.
Harris Teeter: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Harveys Supermarket: Stores are open, hours may vary. Find local hours here.
H-E-B: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Hy-Vee: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Jewel-Osco: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with adjusted hours. Find local hours here.
Kroger: A majority of stores will be open during regular business hours. Confirm hours before going. Find local hours here.
Market District: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Pharmacies will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Publix: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Safeway: Stores are open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Find local hours here.
Shaws: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with reduced hours. Find local hours here.
ShopRite: ShopRite stores are independently owned and operated and holiday hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Sprouts Farmers Market: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Stop and Shop: Stores and gas stations will be open during normal business hours. Pharmacies will be closed. Find local hours here.
Target: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Tom Thumb Grocery Stores: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with reduced hours. Find local hours here.
Trader Joe’s: Stores will be open during regular business hours. Find local hours here.
Vons: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with adjusted hours. Find local hours here.
Walmart: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Wegmans: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Whole Foods: Stores are open. Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
WinCo Foods: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Other stores open on Memorial Day 2024
Ace Hardware: Many stores will be open, however stores are independently owned and operated, so hours may vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm business hours before going. Find local hours here.
American Eagle: Store hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Apple: Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Athleta: Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Banana Republic: Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Barnes & Noble: Stores will be open, some with amended holiday hours. Barnes & Noble recommends that customers check local hours before going. Find local hours here.
Bath & Body Works: Hours vary by store location. Find local hours here.
Belk: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Best Buy: Stores are open from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Big Lots: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
DICK’s Sporting Goods: Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Dillard’s: Stores are open, hours may vary by location. Find local hours here.
Dollar Tree: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Family Dollar: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Gap: Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Hobby Lobby: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Find local hours here.
Home Depot: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
HomeGoods: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Homesense: Store are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Ikea: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
JCPenney: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Joann: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Kirkland’s Home: Stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Kohl’s: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Lowe’s: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Macy’s: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Marshalls: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Menards: Stores open at their regular time and close at 8:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Michaels: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Old Navy: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Nordstrom: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Nordstrom Rack: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Petco: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Petsmart: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
REI: Stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
Sephora: Hours vary by location. Find local hours here.
Sierra: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
TJ Maxx: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Tractor Supply: Stores will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
True Value: Stores are independently owned and operated. Some locations may be open, while others are closed or closing early. Call ahead or check hours before going. Find local hours here.
Ulta: A majority of stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Select stores may have different hours. Check local stores to confirm before going. Find local hours here.
Pharmacies open on Memorial Day
CVS: Many CVS Pharmacy locations will be open during regular hours on Memorial Day. However, some stores may have reduced hours. CVS recommends that customers call their local stores before visiting or check hours online. Find local hours here.
Rite Aid: A majority of Rite Aid stores will be open on Memorial Day with varying hours. Customers are encouraged to check local store hours before going. Find local hours here.
Walgreens: Walgreens stores will be open during normal business hours on Memorial Day. However, a majority of pharmacies will be closed except for 24-hour locations and other select pharmacies. Walgreens recommends that customers check the store locator to find specific hours. Find local hours here.
Convenience stores open on Memorial Day 2024
Casey’s: Casey’s stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Certified Oil: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Cumberland Farms: Stores open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Fastrac: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Kwik Shop: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Loaf N’ Jug: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Minit Mart: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Quik Stop: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
7-Eleven: Most 7-Eleven stores will remain open 24/7. Find local hours here.
Sprint Food Stores: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find more about the store here.
Tom Thumb Convenience Stores: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Turkey Hill: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
Stores closed on Memorial Day
Costco: Stores will be closed for the holiday
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