Is Costco Open on Memorial Day? Here's What to Know
Parade Magazine
Last updated: May 25, 2026
This article addresses Costco's operating hours for Memorial Day 2026, a popular time for shoppers to stock up on barbecue supplies. It clarifies whether Costco stores will be open for last-minute purchases before the holiday weekend.
Costco will be closed on Memorial Day in 2026, as it is every year.
This closure is one of seven annual holidays where all U.S. Costco locations are shut down.
The company closes its stores on Memorial Day to allow employees to spend time with family.
Specifically, all U.S. warehouse locations will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Shoppers needing to purchase barbecue essentials, desserts, drinks, or party supplies from Costco should do so before Memorial Day.
Many other retailers, including Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, and Sam’s Club, are expected to remain open on Memorial Day, though some may have adjusted holiday hours.
Costco typically experiences high customer traffic in the days leading up to Memorial Day as shoppers prepare for summer cookouts and gatherings.
