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Are Banks, Post Offices Open on Memorial Day? What's Open, Closed for the Federal Holiday.
Most banks, post offices and stock markets will close for the federal holiday, while many retailers, grocery stores and restaurants stay open.
- On Monday, May 25, 2026, the United States observes Memorial Day, closing the New York Stock Exchange, the Nasdaq, major banks, and the United States Postal Service for the day.
- Originally called "Decoration Day" in the 1860s, the holiday is the "nation's foremost annual day to mourn and honor its deceased service men and women," according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- While most national retailers and restaurants remain open, Costco Wholesale clubs are closed today, consistent with their policy for other federal holidays.
- Trading for major financial markets resumes Tuesday, May 26, whereas cryptocurrencies remain accessible because they operate on decentralized networks 365 days a year.
- Following this observance, seven more federal holidays occur in 2026, including Juneteenth on June 19 and Independence Day on July 3, which marks the Semiquincentennial.
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Are banks, post offices open on Memorial Day? What's open, closed for the federal holiday.
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