Army soldiers place Memorial Day flags in Arlington National Cemetery
The Old Guard placed about 260,000 flags at the gravestones of service members and their families at Arlington National Cemetery for Memorial Day.
Memorial Day is Monday, and consumers looking to take advantage of holiday sales and get some shopping done ahead of summer are in luck.
The federal holiday falls on Monday, May 26 this year and most retail chains will remain open. Banks and post offices, however, will be closed. Grocery store and restaurant chains will mostly remain open, with one big exception.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs says Memorial Day is the “nation’s foremost annual day to mourn and honor its deceased service men and women.” 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 which retail stores will be open and closed on Memorial Day this year.
When is Memorial Day 2025?
Memorial Day always falls on the last Monday of May. This year, Memorial Day is May 26.
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 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.
Are Costco or Sam’s Club open on Memorial Day?
Costco warehouses will be closed on Memorial Day, according to the company’s website.
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 Home Depot open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Home Depot stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Lowe’s open on Memorial Day?
Lowe’s stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Ace Hardware open on Memorial Day?
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm business hours on Memorial Day.
Are TJ Maxx, Marshall’s or HomeGoods open on Memorial Day?
All three stores will be open on Memorial Day, however store hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to check with their local store for specific hours of operation.
Is Macy’s open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Macy’s stores will be open their regular hours on May 26, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Nordstrom open on Memorial Day?
Select Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack stores will operate with modified holiday hours on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to check local store hours online.
Is JCPenney open on Memorial Day?
Yes, JCPenney stores will be open regular hours on May 26.
Is Kohl’s open on Memorial Day?
Kohl’s stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, the company confirmed to USA TODAY. Store hours vary by location, so customers are encouraged to check Kohls.com for details regarding their specific store.
Is Best Buy open on Memorial Day?
Best Buy stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on May 26, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Sephora open on Memorial Day?
Sephora store hours vary by location and customers are encouraged to use the company’s store locator for specific store hours.
Is Belk open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Belk stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 26, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Are Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic or Athleta open on Memorial Day?
Memorial Day hours will vary for each of these stores and customers are encouraged to contact their local stores for specific hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY.
Are Bass Pro Shops or Cabela’s open on Memorial Day?
Yes, both stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.
Some locations are subject to the hours of their malls or shopping centers, so the company recommends checking with your local store for specific holiday hours.
Is REI open on Memorial Day?
REI stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Burlington open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Burlington stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day.
Is IKEA open on Memorial Day?
IKEA stores will be open regular hours on May 26, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Petco open on Memorial Day?
Yes, Petco stores will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, the company told USA TODAY.
Is PetSmart open on Memorial Day?
PetSmart stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Are Office Depot and OfficeMax open on Memorial Day?
Yes, both stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 26.
Is Tractor Supply Company open on Memorial Day?
Tractor Supply Co. stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Memorial Day, a company spokesperson confirmed to 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.
