Costco Closes for Memorial Day While Walmart and Sam's Club Stay Open
Hey everyone, let’s talk about something important coming up that could impact your shopping plans—especially if you’re a regular at Costco. With Memorial Day right around the corner on Monday, May 26, 2025, one major retailer is making a respectful move, while others are taking a different approach.
Costco has officially announced that all 617 of its stores across the U.S. will be closed on Memorial Day. Now, this isn’t entirely unexpected—Costco tends to shut its doors on big national holidays like Labor Day and Thanksgiving. But for many shoppers, especially those who rely on Costco for bulk purchases or their usual weekly haul, this announcement definitely changes the game.
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If you’re someone who waits until the weekend to stock up, this is your sign to plan ahead. With Costco out of commission for the day, other retailers are stepping up—and that includes Walmart and Sam's Club.
Unlike Costco, Walmart will keep its stores open on Memorial Day, sticking to its usual hours from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. That’s great news for folks looking for a last-minute grocery run or other essentials. And if you're a Sam’s Club member, you'll also be in luck. Sam's Club, which is part of the Walmart group, will be open with slightly adjusted hours. If you're a Plus member, you can shop from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., while regular members can get in from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
So while Costco is choosing to honor the holiday by closing, Walmart and Sam’s Club are taking a more business-forward route by staying open, providing options for those who still need to shop. Other retailers like Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, Meijer, Publix, and Albertsons are also keeping their doors open on Memorial Day, offering plenty of alternatives.
It’s interesting to see how big-box stores approach holidays like this. Costco’s decision shows a commitment to tradition and honoring those who served, while Walmart and Sam's Club are catering to customer needs and maximizing accessibility. Honestly, there’s no right or wrong here—it just depends on what matters most to each brand and its shoppers.
So if you’re a Costco loyalist, just remember to do your shopping a little earlier this year. And if you forget, now you know where else you can go.
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