What stores are open Labor Day? See what's open/closed for unofficial end of summer

Krys'tal Griffin and Anthony DiMattia, Delaware News Journal

Updated Mon, September 2, 2024 at 10:52 AM UTC

3 min read

Labor Day is almost here which means the unofficial end of summer, so you might need to grab some back-to-school supplies or some items for that backyard picnic.

To help you out, here is a list of what is open and closed on Labor Day in 2024.

Is the post office open on Labor Day?

Mailboxes line the street on Evergreen Drive in the Heather Woods development.

The U.S. Postal Service closes for 11 federal holidays, including Labor Day. The Postal Service will not deliver regular packages or mail on the holiday, but some services, like those online, are available every day of the year, according to the Postal Service's website .

Is FedEx open on Labor Day?

A pedestrian walks by a parked FedEx delivery truck on March 21, 2024 in San Francisco, California.

All of FedEx's services will be unavailable on Labor Day and FedEx offices will be open during modified hours, according to the company .

Is UPS open on Labor Day?

The UPS logo is displayed on a delivery truck on June 12, 2023 in San Francisco, California.

UPS delivery and pickup services will not be operational on Labor Day, according to the UPS website.

UPS Store locations may be closed, so you'll need to check your nearest location's hours. UPS Express Critical is available every day of the year. Call 800-714-8779 or visit upsexpresscritical.com.

Are banks open on Labor Day?

Chase Bank is scheduled to open its new branch in the Prices Corner shopping center on Kirkwood Highway on Nov. 9, 2021. The branch was built in place of a Sears Auto Center.

Most banks follow the U.S. Federal Reserve System 's holiday schedule, which observes Labor Day, and means banks will be closed on the holiday. Most ATMs may still be used for transactions.

Is Trader Joe's open on Labor Day?

Trader Joe's will have regular hours on Labor Day.

Is Walmart open on Labor Day?

A sign hangs near a Walmart store on May 14, 2024 in Miami, Florida.

Walmart stores will be open during regular hours on Labor day, but it doesn't hurt to check with your nearest location before heading out.

Is Food Lion open on Labor Day?

Food Lion stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Labor Day.

Is Costco open on Labor Day?

The Christiana Costco is the only Costco in Delaware. It opened in 1998.

Costco will be closed on Labor Day, according to the store's website .

Is Aldi open on Labor Day?

The new Aldi grocery store in Smyrna opens Thursday and will be the fourth to open in Delaware. It is a part of the company's $3.4 billion expansion to 2,500 stores nationwide by the end of 2022.

Aldi stores will have limited hours on Labor Day, according to the store's website .

Check your nearest location's holiday hours by using Aldi's online store locator.

Is Giant Eagle open on Labor Day?

Several major grocery chain stores, including Giant, are helping seniors during the coronavirus outbreak by reserving the first hour they are open for them. — A Giant in Delaware.

Giant Eagle stores, including pharmacies, will be open during regular hours, according to the store's website.

Is Target open on Labor Day?

Black Friday shoppers leave Target at Christiana Mall Friday, Nov. 26, 2021.

Target will be open during regular hours on Labor Day, according to the company.

Are libraries open on Labor Day?

An exterior view of the Appoquinimink Community Library in Middletown.

Delaware's libraries , which are branches of the public government, will be closed on Labor Day.

Are Delaware courts in session on Labor Day?

Sussex County Administrative Offices building in Georgetown.

Delaware courts will not be in session on Labor Day.

Are Delaware buses running on Labor Day?

Labor Day is a non-service holiday for DART but select bus routes will still be operational. Check online to see which services will be available on Labor Day.

Is the DMV open on Labor Day?

Cars are parked along Rehoboth Avenue on Memorial Day weekend at Rehoboth Beach on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is closed on Labor Day, according to its website .

Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@delawareonline.com .

This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Labor Day open and closed list: What's open/closed on September 2