Memorial Day 2026 falls on May 25, and many grocery retailers are operating—often with holiday-shortened schedules. Here’s a clear rundown of which major stores are open, which are closed, and the hours shoppers should expect.
By the time most people finish their morning coffee on Memorial Day. the plans for grilling. boating. and last-minute errands have already started to shift. For families who still need groceries—meat for the grill. sides for the table. fruit for dessert—holiday hours can make the difference between a smooth weekend and a frantic last run.
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May. This year, the federal holiday lands on May 25. Many stores will be open, but some run abbreviated hours and others close certain departments.
Wegmans is open on Memorial Day 2026, operating normal business hours from 6 a.m. to midnight. The pharmacy will run shortened hours from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and some departments will be closed, so customers are directed to check with their local store.
Tops is also open on Memorial Day, running normal business hours from 6 a.m. to midnight.
Aldi will operate limited hours on Memorial Day 2026, but holiday hours vary by location. Some stores locally open at the usual 8:30 a.m. and close early at 6 p.m., and shoppers are encouraged to confirm their local schedule.
Trader Joe’s will be open with normal business hours from either 8 a.m. or 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Memorial Day, with start times varying by location.
Whole Foods Market will be open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Memorial Day.
Price Rite will be open on Memorial Day as well, with normal business hours from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Not every major retailer will be available for bulk shopping. Costco is not open on Memorial Day 2026, with the company stating it is one of seven days warehouse stores are closed. If you need bulk groceries for a cookout, planning ahead matters.
Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Memorial Day, according to a company spokesperson. Even so, it’s recommended to check local holiday hours or use the online store directory before heading out.
Target stores will be open on Memorial Day, though hours vary by location. Most locations are set to open at 8 a.m., with specific holiday hours depending on the store.
BJ’s Wholesale Club will also be open for regular store hours on Memorial Day, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., though hours do vary by location.
If you’re scrambling for the last missing item, the takeaway is simple: most grocery shopping plans don’t have to wait—but you should still verify the exact hours for your local store, especially for pharmacy counters, department closures, and retailers with location-by-location schedules.
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