What's Open and Closed on Memorial Day 2025? Everything You Need to Know

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 Memorial Day, observed on Monday, May 26, 2025, is a time for honoring the brave men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. It also marks the unofficial start of summer, making it a popular time for travel, family gatherings, and shopping.

To help you plan your day, here’s a complete guide to what’s open and closed on Memorial Day 2025.

 

🏛️ Government Services & Public Offices

Closed:

  • Federal, state, and local government offices – These will be shut for the day.

  • Courthouses and DMV – Non-essential services like courts and motor vehicle departments will be closed.

  • Public schools and libraries – Most will observe the holiday and remain closed.

  • Post Offices (USPS) – There will be no mail delivery, and all USPS branches will be closed.

Open (Limited):

  • Emergency services will remain operational, as always.

🏦 Banks & Financial Services

  • Closed: Most banks follow the Federal Reserve holiday calendar, so expect them to be closed.

  • Open: ATMs and online banking will still be available for transactions.

  • Stock Markets: Both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will be closed in observance of the holiday.

🛍️ Retail Stores

Good news for shoppers! Most major retail stores are open and many are offering Memorial Day sales.

Open:

  • Walmart

  • Target

  • Best Buy

  • Macy’s

  • Kohl’s

  • Lowe’s

  • Home Depot

  • CVS and Walgreens (check local hours)

Closed:

  • Costco

  • Natural Grocers

🍔 Restaurants & Fast Food Chains

Many restaurants will be open for business, but it’s always smart to check ahead.

Likely Open:

  • Starbucks

  • Dunkin’

  • McDonald’s

  • Wendy’s

  • Taco Bell

  • Burger King

Possibly Closed:

  • Some independent or local restaurants may close or operate with reduced hours. It’s best to call in advance or check their social media.

🚚 Shipping & Delivery Services

FedEx:

  • Custom Critical services will continue.

  • Express, Ground, and Home Delivery will not operate.

  • FedEx Office locations may have modified hours.

UPS:

  • UPS Stores will be closed.

  • No pickup or delivery services, except for UPS Express Critical.

✈️ Travel & Transportation

Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest travel periods in the U.S.

  • Air Travel: Expect crowds and potential delays. Severe weather has already grounded hundreds of flights in some areas, so check your airline for updates.

  • Public Transportation: Most systems will run on a holiday or Sunday schedule. Check with your local transit authority for details.

🏪 Grocery Stores & Pharmacies

  • Grocery Stores: Most national chains will be open, but many may have reduced hours.

  • Pharmacies: Chains like Walgreens and Rite Aid may operate on limited schedules. Check with your local store for exact hours.

Final Tips

Before you head out, it’s always a good idea to:

  • Check store hours online or call ahead.

  • Plan for holiday traffic and travel delays.

  • Take a moment to honor those who gave their lives in service.

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