2026 Holiday Store Hours Calendar
Every holiday that affects store hours in 2026, with exact dates, impact levels, and which stores stay open. Plan your shopping year at a glance.
Q1: January - March
New Year's Day
Reduced HoursMost stores open with reduced hours. Grocery stores and pharmacies typically operate on a Sunday-like schedule. Some office supply and specialty stores stay closed.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Most Stores OpenMost retail stores stay open with regular hours. Government offices, banks, and post offices close. Some retailers run special sales. It is a normal shopping day for the majority of stores.
Presidents' Day
Most Stores OpenA popular sale day for mattresses, furniture, and appliances. Virtually all retail stores stay open. Banks and government offices close. Many stores run Presidents' Day Weekend promotions.
Q2: April - June
Easter Sunday
Most Stores ClosedA major closure day, especially for department stores and specialty retailers. Many grocery stores close or run reduced hours. Restaurants are split - fast food tends to stay open while sit-down places close.
Memorial Day
Most Stores OpenA big shopping holiday - most stores stay open with regular or extended hours. Memorial Day sales are common at department stores, home improvement, and electronics retailers. Only government-adjacent businesses tend to close.
Q3: July - September
Independence Day
Reduced HoursMost retail stores stay open but with shorter hours. Grocery stores are usually open for holiday cookout supplies. Office-oriented businesses and banks close. Restaurants do well on July 4th and most stay open.
Q4: October - December
Columbus Day
Most Stores OpenOne of the least-impactful holidays for retail. Almost all stores stay open with regular hours. Banks and government offices close. Some stores run Columbus Day sales, especially furniture and mattress retailers.
Veterans Day
Most Stores OpenMost retail stores stay open with normal hours. Banks and government offices close. Several restaurants and retailers offer Veterans Day discounts and free meals for military members.
Thanksgiving
Most Stores ClosedOne of the biggest closure days of the year. Most grocery stores close by early afternoon or stay closed entirely. Restaurants are almost universally closed. Some big-box retailers open late evening for Black Friday deals.
Christmas Eve
Reduced HoursMost stores open with significantly reduced hours, typically closing by mid-afternoon (2-6 PM). Grocery stores usually close early. Last-minute shopping means stores that are open tend to be busy.
Christmas Day
Most Stores ClosedThe most common closure day for American retail. Nearly every major chain closes on Christmas Day. A handful of convenience-oriented stores and some pharmacies keep limited hours for emergencies.
New Year's Eve
Most Stores OpenMost stores keep regular or slightly reduced hours. Grocery stores and liquor stores often see high traffic. Some restaurants close early or switch to special event menus.
2026 Holiday Shopping Tips
Of the 13 holidays on this calendar, 3 cause major store closures (Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and Easter Sunday), 3 bring reduced hours at many stores, and 7 are essentially normal shopping days with great sales.
- Mark the big three. Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and Easter Sunday cause the most closures. Plan grocery runs and errands for the day before.
- Sale holidays are open holidays. Memorial Day, Labor Day, Presidents' Day, and Columbus Day are major sale events. Nearly every store is open and running promotions.
- Christmas Eve and New Year's Day have early closures. Stores technically open but close by mid-afternoon. Get there in the morning.
- Banks and post offices close on all federal holidays. That is 11 out of 13 holidays on this calendar.
- Pharmacies are the most reliable. CVS, Walgreens, and similar chains keep select locations open on every holiday, even Christmas Day.
For detailed store-by-store breakdowns, visit our Holiday Hours Guide. To check regular weekly hours, see the Store Hours Chart or compare specific stores.