Minnesotans looking to stock up for a Memorial Day cookout, tackle a home improvement project or shop for summer vacation clothes should check their local store hours before heading out to shop Monday.
Memorial Day Weekend is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, and many stores will be open to accommodate workers who have the day off on Monday.
Many grocery, hardware and retail stores will be open Monday, though some stores may operate on reduced schedules. CVS, Walgreens, and pharmacies within other stores will generally be open, but hours vary greatly by location.
Big-box and department stores will generally be open regular hours, including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Kohl’s, Macy's, JCPenney and IKEA.
Most shopping malls are open, although they may operate on modified schedules.
Costco warehouse stores will be closed.
Memorial Day Grocery Store Hours
Aldi: Stores will be open on a reduced-hours schedule.
Hy-Vee: Stores will be open normal hours; some in-store pharmacies, clinics and other specialty departments may be closed or operate with reduced hours
Pick’n Save: Most stores open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Piggly Wiggly: Most stores will be open regular hours; however, because they are franchise-owned stores, hours may vary by location.
Sam’s Club: Most stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., but some may have limited hours.
Sprouts Farmers Markets: Stores will be open regular hours from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Stop & Shop: Stores will be open regular hours from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Trader Joe’s: Most stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., although some may operate under a holiday schedule.
Whole Foods: Stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. or 10 p.m., depending on the location.
These Hardware Stores Are Open
Memorial Day is widely considered a major DIY weekend. The extra day makes it the perfect time for home improvement projects. Among hardware and home improvement stores open in Minnesota are:
Ace Hardware: Most Ace Hardware stores will be open regular business hours, typically 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., although hours may vary by location.
Home Depot: Stores will be open regular hours, typically from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Lowe’s: Stores will be open, typically from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Menards: Stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
True Value: Stores are typically open on Memorial Day, but because they are independently owned, hours may vary by location.
This report was curated from store websites, emails and Readers Digest.
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