CHARLOTTE, N.C. – As Labor Day weekend approaches, shopping experts at RetailMeNot, have compiled a comprehensive list of stores that will be open and closed.
Whether you’re planning to shop in-store this weekend, shop for back-to-school items, do a last-minute grocery run or just want to know your options, RetailMeNot has got you covered.
Restaurant and Store Hours on Labor Day
- Academy Sports + Outdoors – Whether you need new camping gear or fishing equipment, Academy will be open during normal business hours on Labor Day, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Albertsons – Albertsons will be open on Labor Day. Hours can vary by location, but expect most stores to be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Barnes & Noble – This chain’s stores will be open on the holiday. Hours may vary by location, but you can expect it to be open generally from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Belk – Belk will maintain regular hours throughout Labor Day weekend for most stores. These hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
- Best Buy – Best Buy is open on Labor Day with normal hours, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in most locations.
- BJ’s Wholesale – If you want to stock up on paper goods in advance of going back to school, you are in luck. All locations will be open with normal operating hours. These hours are generally 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (at most locations) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
- Chili’s – On Labor Day, Chili’s will be open during each location’s normal Monday hours for dine-in, to-go and delivery.
- Costco – Costco is always closed on Labor Day, along with other major holidays, like Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving.
- Chick-fil-A – Chick-fil-A restaurants are open on Labor Day, although some restaurants may have limited hours. It’s best to call ahead to confirm with your nearest location.
- CVS – Whether you need cold medicine or bandaids, CVS will be open with regular store hours on Labor Day.
- Dollar Tree – Pick up all those necessary odds and ends at Dollar Tree, as they will be open with regular store hours on Labor Day and Labor Day weekend.
- Food Lion – Grab those last-minute ingredients for the final outdoor cookout of the season. All locations will be open during their regular hours — which vary by location — for the holiday.
- Gap – Gap is open with regular store hours this Labor Day, but as these hours will vary by store location and by mall location. A good plan is to call ahead to confirm the opening hours at your nearest location.
- Giant Food – Giant is open traditional hours on Labor Day, but pharmacies at some locations may have modified hours. Call ahead to confirm at your nearest location before stopping by.
- The Home Depot – The Home Depot will be open with regular hours, generally either 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. or 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., depending on your location.
- H-E-B Grocery – H-E-B stores will be open regular hours on Labor Day.
- HomeGoods – If you have guests for the holiday weekend and need new bedding or towels, this home furnishings store will be open 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Labor Day (hours may vary by store location).
- Kohl’s – Pick up those last minute back-to-school items at Kohl’s, as stores will operate normal hours on Labor Day. Those are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. or 10 p.m., depending on a store’s location.
- Kroger – In the event that you need last-minute meat, milk, or eggs, know that Kroger stores are open on Labor Day. Hours vary by individual location.
- Lowe’s – Take advantage of tremendous Labor Day sales because Lowe’s is open for normal hours in most locations (6 a.m. to 10 p.m. in most locations).
- Macy’s – On Labor Day, Macy’s will be open regular store hours (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.) in most locations. However, check ahead with your neighborhood location to confirm their individual hours.
- Marshalls – Stock up on everything from shoes to bedding, because Marshalls will be open with regular store hours on Labor Day (9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.).
- Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack – A holiday weekend is always a good excuse to treat yourself to a new dress or pair of shoes. Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack are open with normal hours at most locations.
- Office Depot and OfficeMax – School is starting and it’s time to stock up on supplies. Stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at most locations, but check with your local store.
- On The Border – On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina will be open with regular hours on Labor Day.
- Petco – Get Fluffy a new toy this Labor Day. Petco stores will be open and operating during regular hours (which are generally 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
- PetSmart – PetSmart will be open from 9 am to 9 p.m. on Labor Day.
- Publix – Publix stores will be open during traditional operating hours for Labor Day. However, Publix pharmacies will be closed.
- Sam’s Club – Hours at Sam’s Club this Labor Day will depend on the type of membership you enjoy. Plus members are welcome to shop from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. while Club members can shop from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- QDOBA – QDOBA will be open on Labor Day. Hours vary by location, so check the QDOBA website for the most up-to-date hours.
- Staples – Staples stores will be open with regular business hours on Labor Day this year.
- Starbucks – Many locations will be open, serving up your favorite beverages, maybe even the seasonal Pumpkin Spice Lattes. However, holiday hours at Starbucks locations do vary — for example, some locations in business areas that cater to office workers might be closed, due to lower foot traffic.
- Stop & Shop – If you need any last-minute ingredients for special Labor Day desserts you are preparing, you are in luck. All Stop & Shop stores will follow their regular hours for Labor Day.
- Target – Target is open on Labor Day, and most will maintain traditional business hours of either a 7 a.m. or 8 a.m. open to a 10 p.m. close, but it’s a good idea to check ahead to your nearest location to confirm specific hours.
- T.J.Maxx – This chain will be open with regular store hours on Labor Day (9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.)
- Trader Joe’s – Load up on that two-buck chuck, because Trader Joe’s is open with regular hours on Labor Day (that’s 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for most stores).
- Value City Furniture – All Value City Furniture stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Labor Day.
- Walgreens – They will be open during regular business hours on Labor Day this year. Exact hours vary by location.
- Walmart – Whether you need toilet paper or mosquito spray, most locations will be open for normal business hours on Labor Day. That’s 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. for most locations.
- West Marine – Planning a fishing trip? West Marine is open on Labor Day. Although exact store hours vary by location, you can expect it to be open anywhere between 7 or 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Whole Foods – Treat yourself to some fancy cheese and that good bread, because Whole Foods is open with regular hours.
Are Banks Closed on Labor Day?
Federal holidays are also bank holidays. That means that all banks are closed on Labor Day. However, if you need to do some banking, do not worry: There’s always online, your bank’s app and ATMs available.
Are Post Offices Closed on Labor Day?
As it is a federal holiday, post offices will be closed, as will UPS and FedEx. If you have an important package to mail out, better do it a few days before!
For the most up-to-date list of stores open and closed on Labor Day, make sure to check out RetailMeNot’s full guide here.
