We can’t believe Memorial Day is already here, marking the unofficial start of summer!
Before heading out this Memorial Day weekend, it is important to know which stores and businesses will be open or closed. While many retail and grocery stores will keep their doors open, most corporate offices, government agencies, and banks will not operate on Monday since it is a federal holiday.
Here’s what you need to know about what’s open and closed on Memorial Day in Chicago in 2025, which falls on Monday, May 26.
What’s closed on Memorial Day in Chicago in 2025?
Banks
Since Memorial Day is a bank holiday in the Federal Reserve system, most bank branches will be closed. However, online banking and ATMs will still be accessible.
Post offices and shipping services
The United States Postal Service will observe Memorial Day, meaning no letters or packages will be delivered on May 26, and USPS locations will also be closed.
If you need to ship a package via UPS, be aware that there be no pickups or deliveries on Memorial Day, and many UPS locations will also be closed.
For FedEx, only FedEx Custom Critical delivery services will be available, while FedEx Office stores will have modified hours.
Government agencies and schools
All non-essential government offices, such as the DMV, libraries, courthouses, and city hall, will be closed. Federal and state courts will also be closed, and most public school districts will be closed for the holiday.
What’s open on Memorial Day in Chicago in 2025?
Retail
Many stores and restaurants, including major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Kohl’s, will be open on Monday. However, Costco will be closed on May 26. Grocery stores such as Marianos, Aldi, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods will be open this Memorial Day in Chicago.