Memorial Day has arrived and with it? Well, summer for starters.
Even though the true summer solstice doesn't actually land until June 20, everyone knows that Memorial Day is really when the season begins.
With that in mind, you may be spending long weekend beaching it, having a backyard picnic or honoring America's fallen servicemen and women, which is the reason why the last Monday in May is observed as a federal holiday.
Whatever you've got planned for the long weekend, you may be wondering if a Costco near you is open on Memorial Day.
Fair question given that Costco clubs are typically closed on a majority of the major holidays including Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving.
But what about Memorial Day in 2024? Will Costco be open or closed?
Fortunately, we've got all the answers you're looking for along with the rest of the details to know on what other stores will be open or closed this year including Target, Walmart, popular grocery stores like Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, as well as convenience stops and pharmacies.
So, without further adieu, here's the lowdown.
Is Costco open on Memorial Day 2024?
If you were hoping to do some shopping at one of Costco's warehouse clubs, it'll have to wait until Tuesday, May 28, because Costco is closed on Memorial Day in 2024.
Along with Memorial Day, Costco is also closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Labor Day, Easter and July 4. All dates you might want to jot down on your 2024 calendar.
Stores open on Memorial Day 2024
While Costco is closed this Memorial Day, plenty of other stores will be open for business and you'll find a comprehensive list of them right here.
As always, it's never a bad idea to check local store hours before heading out the door, just to be sure you don't wind up in an empty parking lot.
- 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 businesshours before going. Find local hours here.
- American Eagle: Store hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Apple: Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Athleta:Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Banana Republic: Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Barnes & Noble: Stores will be open, some with amended holiday hours. Barnes & Noble recommends that customers check local hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Bath & Body Works: Hours vary by store location. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- Big Lots: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- DICK’s Sporting Goods: Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Dillard’s: Stores are open, hours may vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Dollar Tree: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Family Dollar: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Gap: Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- HomeGoods: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Homesense: Store are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Ikea: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- Lowe’s: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Macy’s: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
- Marshalls: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Menards:Stores open at their regular time and close at 8:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- Nordstrom: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Nordstrom Rack: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Petco: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Petsmart: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- REI: Stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Sephora: Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Sierra: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- TJ Maxx: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
Grocery stores open on Memorial Day
- ACME: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Pharmacies are closed. Find local hourshere.
- Albertsons: Stores are open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club:Clubs are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Central Market: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Food Lion: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- Jewel-Osco: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- 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.
- Safeway:Stores are open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- Shaws:Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with reduced hours. Find local hourshere.
- ShopRite:ShopRite stores are independently owned and operated and holiday hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Sprouts Farmers Market: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Stop and Shop: Stores and gas stations will be open during normal business hours. Pharmacies will be closed. Find local hourshere.
- Target: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Tom Thumb Grocery Stores:Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with reduced hours. Find local hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- Walmart: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Wegmans: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Whole Foods:Stores are open. Hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- WinCo Foods:Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
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 hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
- 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 hourshere.
Convenience stores open on Memorial Day
- Casey’s:Casey’s stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Certified Oil: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Cumberland Farms: Stores open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Fastrac:Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Kwik Shop: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Loaf N’ Jug: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Minit Mart: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Quik Stop: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- 7-Eleven: Most 7-Eleven stores will remain open 24/7. Find local hourshere.
- Sprint Food Stores: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find more about the storehere.
- Tom Thumb Convenience Stores: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Turkey Hill: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
Sarah Lemire
Sarah is a lifestyle and entertainment reporter for TODAY who covers holidays, celebrities and everything in between.