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Memorial Day 2025 Observed Nationwide with Closures and Remembrances

The federal holiday honors fallen U.S. military personnel, with banks, government offices, and the stock market closed, while many retailers and restaurants remain open.

A view of a Target store on March 05, 2025 in Novato, California.
American flags placed at each grave at the St. Augustine National Cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day on May 26, 2024.
A Walmart store in Oceanside, California on May 15, 2025.

Overview

  • Memorial Day 2025 falls on Monday, May 26, commemorating U.S. military personnel who died in service and marking the unofficial start of summer.
  • Banks, government offices, post offices, and the stock market are closed for the holiday, with services resuming on Tuesday, May 27.
  • Major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Home Depot, and Lowe's are open, while Costco warehouses are closed for the day.
  • Most restaurants, including Starbucks, McDonald's, and Chipotle, are operating with regular hours, offering dining options for the holiday.
  • AAA estimates record-breaking travel, with over 45 million Americans expected to journey 50 miles or more during the long weekend.