AAA expecting busy Memorial Day weekend for travel
Officials with AAA believe over 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from their homes for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.
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Memorial Day is this upcoming Monday and if you need to grab some last minute refreshments or snacks for a pool party or picnic, you should have plenty of options.
The federal holiday falls on Monday, May 26 this year and most grocery store chains will remain open on the day. Banks and post offices, however, will be closed.
Memorial Day is the “nation’s foremost annual day to mourn and honor its deceased service men and women,” according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The holiday, originally called “Decoration Day,” dates back to the 1860s and commemorates those who have died while serving in the U.S. military.
Here’s what you need to know about grocery stores and whether or not they’ll be open on Memorial Day in 2025.
When is Memorial Day 2025?
Memorial Day always falls on the last Monday of May. This year, Memorial Day is May 26.
Is Walmart open on Memorial Day?
Walmart stores are open regular hours on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY. Store hours are typically 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Is Costco open on Memorial Day?
Costco warehouses will be closed on Memorial Day, according to the company’s website.
Is Sam’s Club open on Memorial Day?
Sam’s Club will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members on Memorial Day, according to the company’s website.
Is Kroger open on Memorial Day?
Yes, the majority of Kroger’s family of stores will be open on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to check with their local store for specific hours.
The Kroger family of stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler, Smith’s Food and Drug.
Is Trader Joe’s open on Memorial Day?
Trader Joe’s stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Target open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Target stores will be open on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY. Store hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding its specific holiday hours.
Is Meijer open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Meijer stores will be open 6 a.m. to midnight on May 26, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Publix open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Publix stores will be open regular hours on May 26, however, pharmacies will be closed, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Aldi open on Memorial Day?
Aldi stores will operate under limited hours on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY. Specific holiday hours for local stores can be found using the store locator.
Is Albertsons open on Memorial Day?
A majority of Albertsons Companies stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, however, pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. The company recommends checking with your local store for specific holiday hours.
The Albertsons family of stores includes Safeway, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Vons and Tom Thumb.
Is Lidl open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Lidl stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day.
Is Wegman’s open on Memorial Day?
Wegman’s stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Whole Foods open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Whole Foods stores will be open their normal hours on May 26, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Food Lion open on Memorial Day?
Food Lion stores will operate under normal business hours on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Are Harveys and Winn-Dixie open on Memorial Day?
All Harveys Supermarkets and Winn-Dixie grocery and liquor stores will be open regular business hours on May 26.
Is Harris Teeter open on Memorial Day?
Yes, all Harris Teeter stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Giant Eagle open on Memorial Day?
Giant Eagle, Market District and GetGo locations will be open regular business hours on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Giant Eagle Pharmacy locations will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Is H-E-B open on Memorial Day?
H-E-B stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.
