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Discover what services, businesses, and facilities are open and closed on Memorial Day in this comprehensive guide. Find out which options are available for your convenience and which ones may be unavailable due to the holiday. Whether you're planning outings, errands, or activities, this summary will help you navigate Memorial Day closures and openings effectively, ensuring a seamless experience during the holiday.
Memorial Day, previously commemorated annually on May 30 to honor fallen American soldiers, was designated a federal holiday in 1971, shifting to the last Monday of May for observance.
Businesses are increasingly opting to remain operational during the holiday, contributing to the significant rise in retail sales and travel over Memorial Day weekend.
Discover what establishments will be open and closed this Memorial Day with our guide.
Government offices, post offices, courts and schools are closed.
U.S. stock markets and banks are closed Monday.
On Memorial Day, the majority of FedEx and UPS pickup and delivery services will be unavailable.
Costco, the warehouse membership club, announced it will be closed on Memorial Day. However, the vast majority of other retailers are expected to remain open, with many offering enticing promotional sales to attract customers. It's worth noting that operating hours may vary depending on the location.
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer travel season, with auto club AAA forecasting that 43.8 million travelers will journey 50 miles or more from home during the holiday period, a 4% uptick from the previous year. These projections nearly rival the record set in 2005, when 44 million individuals traveled over Memorial Day weekend. AAA predicts that 38.4 million travelers will opt for road trips, the highest figure since 2000, while another 3.5 million will take to the skies.
Source: apnews
