Costco to close all 617 stores for 24hrs in two shutdowns just weeks apart forcing shoppers to scramble for alternative

COSTCO is set to close all of its 617 stores for 24 hours in two separate shutdowns – and it’s happening in only a few weeks.The major US retailer will very soon force shoppers to scramble for an alternative.GettyCostco is set to close all of its 617 stores for 24 hours in two separate shutdowns[/caption]Millions of Americans are feeling the pinch on their pockets more than ever recently, with rising prices creating great uncertainty for consumers across the country.

In times like these, shoppers would want to be able to rely on their favorite retailer staying open, but this won’t be happening.Costco has confirmed that it will soon shutter its doors on two separate days in the coming weeks.The first shutdown will be for Easter Sunday, which this year falls on April 20.



The US Sun recently reported that the chain will close all of its 617 stores to celebrate the Easter holiday. This will mean that shoppers all over the US will have to find an alternative place to shop that day.This is especially if they are looking for some last-minute Easter savings.

Taking one look at Costco’s website confirms that it will also close for 24 hours on Memorial Day, Monday May 26.This is not unusual for Costco, as it normally closes to commemorate major holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving, too. MORE MAJOR 24 HOUR CLOSURESCostco is not the only big name retailer shutting for Easter Sunday this year, as reported by The US Sun.

Target, Sam’s Club and Aldi will also follow suit, leaving shoppers with few options left. But not all of these will be closed for both days like Costco.A spokesperson for Target said of the temporary shutdown: “Guests can expect regular store hours on April 19 and can check Target.

com or the Target app for local store information.”Target stores are generally open on other major holidays such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and New Year’s Day. Sam’s Club will also be open for Memorial day, according to the outlet Deal News.

For Aldi shoppers, they will have to consult their local store’s hours for Memorial Day.Retailers closed for Easter Sunday 2025CostcoThe Container StoreBurlingtonBob’s Discount FurnitureBloomingdale’sBest BuyBanana RepublicAppleTruyye ValuewT.J.

MaxxStaple’sSam’s ClubPublixNordstromMichaelsMarshallsMacy’sJC PenneyHomeGoodsHobby LobbyCrate & BarrelAce HardwareSupercutsTargetGoodwillDick’s Sporting GoodfsLowe’sPer the outlet Parade.The chain will operate for a limited time on May 26, as well as on Independence Day, Labor Day, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.Using the store locator will reveal when it is open on Memorial Day.

Walmart is one of the last big alternatives for shoppers on Easter Sunday, and will likely remain open for Memorial Day, too, according to Deal News. Stores like Best Buy, Publix, Apple and T.J.

Maxx will also be closed on Easter Sunday.GettyThis will mean that shoppers all over the US will have to find an alternative place to shop that day on Easter Sunday[/caption].