Memorial Day 2025: What's Open and Closed

On Memorial Day 2025, banks and the stock market will be closed, but most national retailers, grocery stores, and postal services will be open. USPS will not deliver mail, while UPS locations will be closed except for limited store locations. FedEx will have limited services available. It's best to check with local grocers and retailers for closures or modified hours.

Memorial Day 2025 is just around the corner, and while it's a day of remembrance, it also brings changes to financial and retail operations. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:

Banks and Financial Institutions:
Most banks will be closed on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, according to The Federal Reserve [1]. This includes traditional brick-and-mortar banks as well as many online financial services. The stock markets, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Nasdaq, and the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), will also be closed for trading on this day [1].

Postal Services:
The United States Postal Service (USPS) will not deliver mail on Memorial Day, and all post offices will be closed [1]. FedEx will suspend regular delivery services, but FedEx Custom Critical services will continue to operate [1]. UPS will not have delivery or pickup services, but some UPS Store locations may be open at select locations, and UPS Express Critical is available [1].

Retail and Grocery Stores:
Many national retailers and grocery stores will remain open, albeit with varied hours. Walmart, Sam's Club, Kroger, Trader Joe's, Target, Meijer, Publix, Albertsons, Whole Foods, Food Lion, Harveys & Winn-Dixie, Harris Teeter, Giant Eagle, Market District, GetGo, and H-E-B are among the stores that will operate on Memorial Day [2]. However, it’s advisable to check with local stores for specific hours and any potential closures.

Pharmacies:
Walgreens and CVS locations will generally be open on Memorial Day, but it's recommended to check with your local store for specific pharmacy hours, as some may have reduced hours or be closed [2].

Conclusion:
Memorial Day 2025 brings a mix of closures and openings across various sectors. Financial professionals and investors should be aware of bank and stock market closures, while consumers should check with local retailers and pharmacies for their operating hours. This ensures that plans can be adjusted accordingly to accommodate the holiday.

References:
[1] https://www.indystar.com/story/news/2025/05/24/is-mail-delivered-memorial-day-2025-monday-may-26-usps-open-closed-ups-fedex-delivery-when-date/83673659007/
[2] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/global-trends/is-memorial-day-a-federal-holiday-in-the-us-check-whats-open-and-shut/articleshow/121269911.cms