Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives in service to the country.  It is a federal holiday that falls on the last Monday of May.  This year, it is on May 26.  It is also the unofficial start of summer.  This means people will be hosting barbeques and pool parties.  It also means many schools, government facilities and businesses will be closed.

Memorial Day is a bank holiday.  This means that the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will not be trading on Monday.  The Federal Reserve banks as well as most major banks will be closed.  However, online banking and ATMs are always open.  This is convenient for those who need to access their funds.

Most national retailers will be open on Monday.  Walmart and Target will be open on Memorial Day.  All locations for Food Lion will be open during regular hours.  Most of the grocery stores under Kroger will also be open.  Aldi stores are operating on limited hours.  Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s will be open.  However, Costco warehouse stores will be closed on Monday.  It is important to check with local grocers and retailers on closures or modified hours.

Postal services will be affected by the holiday.  USPS will not be delivering mail on Monday.  UPS locations will be closed except for limited store locations.  Its Express Critical service will be available.  FedEx will only have Custom Critical available.  FedEx Office will be open on modified hours.  This means that if you need to send a package, you should plan ahead.

It is important to note that while many places will be closed, some will be open.  This can be confusing for people who are not sure what to expect.  It is always a good idea to check with the specific business or service to confirm their hours.  This can save time and avoid disappointment.

Memorial Day is a time to honor those who have served.  It is also a time to enjoy the start of summer.  Knowing what is open and what is closed can help make the day more enjoyable.  It is important to remember the true meaning of the holiday while also taking time to relax and have fun.

Memorial Day 2025: What's Open and What's Closed?

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