What’s Open and Closed This Memorial Day 2026: Everything You Need To Know

Federal offices, banks, post offices and U.S. financial markets will close on Monday, May 25, 2026, as the United States observes Memorial Day. Most major retailers, grocery chains and restaurants are expected to remain open, although operating hours may vary by location.

The federal holiday honors U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces. Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday of May and is marked by ceremonies, parades and commemorations across the country, including the national observance at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

Originally established in the years following the Civil War, Memorial Day became a federal holiday in 1971. The holiday weekend has since become one of the busiest travel and retail periods in the United States and is widely considered the unofficial start of summer.

What is Closed on Memorial Day 2026 ?

The Federal Reserve will close on Memorial Day, meaning most banks across the country will not operate. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will also suspend trading for the holiday. Only ATMs and online banking services are expected to remain available for customers.

The U.S. Postal Service will not deliver regular mail on Monday, May 25, and most post office locations will remain closed for the federal holiday. Regular mail delivery and standard operations are scheduled to resume Tuesday, May 26.

Federal courts, government offices, public schools and many municipal services nationwide will also close for the day.

United Parcel Service will suspend standard pickup and delivery services on Memorial Day, although some UPS Store locations may operate with modified hours. UPS Express Critical service will continue to operate.

What Stores Are Open on Memorial Day?

Most major retailers and grocery chains are expected to remain open on Memorial Day, though some locations may operate on reduced holiday schedules.

Retailers including Walmart, Target, Kroger, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Best Buy, Macy’s, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Petco and Michaels are expected to serve customers during regular or modified business hours.

Home Depot and Lowe’s stores are typically open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., although hours may differ by region and store location.

Most shopping malls are also expected to remain open with adjusted schedules depending on local management policies.

Several grocery chains will continue operations during the holiday. Albertsons stores are expected to operate during regular business hours, while Aldi locations may follow reduced schedules. BJ’s Wholesale Club stores are expected to operate from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. in many locations, while Fareway stores are scheduled to close early at 5 p.m.

Customers are advised to check retailer websites or mobile apps to confirm local holiday hours before visiting stores on Memorial Day.