Here’s what’s open (and closed) on Memorial Day 2023

By Chris MorrisFormer Contributing Writer
Chris MorrisFormer Contributing Writer

    Chris Morris is a former contributing writer at Fortune, covering everything from general business news to the video game and theme park industries.

    These businesses are open or closed on Memorial Day 2023
    These businesses are open or closed on Memorial Day 2023
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    Summer cookout season is finally here. While summer doesn’t officially begin until June 21, Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff to the lazy days of summer—and the start of many people’s vacation season. The holiday, which is meant to honor American soldiers who have died in military service, is also a favorite of retailers, who hope to capture shoppers’ attentions before they begin to focus on outdoor activities.

    Not every major retailer is open, though. And it can be hard to keep up with which other businesses give their workers a day off. Here’s a comprehensive look at which stores are open and closed and which services are available on Memorial Day 2023.

    Are banks open on Memorial Day 2023?

    Memorial Day is a bank holiday, meaning all branches will be closed. ATM machines, as always, are available if you need to get cash or make a deposit into your account, however. And, of course, many operations can be done online or with your bank’s app.

    Is the post office open on Memorial Day 2023?

    Don’t bother checking the mailbox. Memorial Day is a federal holiday, so the U.S. Postal Service is closed, and no mail delivery will take place. UPS and FedEx also observe the holiday, though UPS Express Critical and FedEx Custom Critical are still available. FedEx will suspend Express service the Sunday before Memorial Day and Ground, Ground Economy and Freight service for the two day before the holiday. Select FedEx Office stores will be open, but have modified hours.

    Is the stock market open on Memorial Day 2023?

    Nope. The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq and bond markets are all closed.

    Which department stores are closed on Memorial Day 2023?

    Most stores will be open, though that often doesn’t extend to locally-owned small businesses. Also, Costco will be closed.

    Which department stores are open on Memorial Day 2023?

    Bass Pro Shops– Open on Memorial Day

    Bed Bath & Beyond – Open on Memorial Day

    Belk – Open on Memorial Day

    Cabella’s – Open on Memorial Day

    CVS – Open on Memorial Day

    Dillards – Open Memorial Day

    Home Depot – Open on Memorial Day

    Ikea – Open on Memorial Day

    J.C. Penney – Open Memorial Day

    Kohl’s – Most store are open.

    Lowe’s – Open on Memorial Day

    Macy’s – Open Memorial Day

    Michael’s – Open Memorial Day

    Old Navy – Open on Memorial Day

    Rite Aid – Open on Memorial Day

    Target – Open Memorial Day

    T.J. Maxx – Closed Sunday

    Walgreens – Open on Memorial Day

    Walmart – Supercenters remain open 24 hours

    Which grocery stores are open on Memorial Day 2023?

    Since Memorial Day is often the start of cookout season, grocers are on standby to help restock when you run out of buns, corn or chips. However, it’s always wise to check first to ensure they don’t have reduced hours.

    Aldi – Open on Memorial Day.

    Bi-Lo – Open on Memorial Day.

    Food Lion – Open on Memorial Day

    Harris Teeter – Open on Memorial Day

    Ingles – Open on Memorial Day

    Kroger – Open on Memorial Day

    Publix – Open on Memorial Day.

    Safeway – Open on Memorial Day

    ShopRite – Open on Memorial Day

    Stop and Shop – Open on Memorial Day

    Trader Joe’s – Open on Memorial Day

    Wegman’s – Open on Memorial Day

    Whole Foods – Open on Memorial Day

    Winn-Dixie – Open on Memorial Day

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