When it comes to holiday schedules, knowing whether your favorite stores are open or closed can make a big difference in planning your day. And here’s a statement that might surprise some: Costco remains open on Veterans Day 2025, despite being closed on several other major holidays. But here’s where it gets a little controversial—many people assume that all big retail chains shut down on federal holidays, yet Costco has chosen to keep its doors open on Veterans Day, allowing members to shop as usual.
So, what exactly do you need to know about Costco’s schedule on Veterans Day 2025? First, the good news: Costco stores across the country will be open on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, which is Veterans Day, and you’ll be able to browse their aisles just as you normally would during regular hours.
Now, for some context: Veterans Day, a recognized federal holiday honoring military service members, falls on November 11th in 2025, which is a Tuesday. Despite many government offices, banks, and postal services closing their doors, grocery stores and restaurants often choose to stay open, and Costco is no exception.
Let’s clarify which holidays Costco typically observes as days when stores are closed. According to their official schedule, Costco closes seven days each year. In 2025, these include:
- Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27)
- Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25)
The other holidays where Costco remains operational are the New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. They strategically choose to close on these major holidays but keep their warehouses open on Veterans Day, which many see as a shopping opportunity.
For residents of Ohio, this means you’ll find 13 Costco locations across the state—including popular stores in Columbus, Toledo, and North Canton. Store hours vary slightly depending on membership tier. For example, Executive Members typically enjoy longer hours:
- Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Sunday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Meanwhile, Gold Star and Business Members generally have slightly later start times:
- Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
So, if you’re planning your shopping trip, it’s always a good idea to double-check your local store’s hours, especially around holiday periods. But one thing’s clear—you can count on Costco to keep serving its members on Veterans Day in 2025.
And here’s an interesting question for debate: Should large retailers like Costco consider closing on Veterans Day to honor the holiday more fully, or is their decision to stay open a sign of respecting consumer needs? What’s your take—are they doing the right thing, or should they have a day of rest too? Drop your thoughts below and see what others think.
