What Are Publix's 2026 Memorial Day Hours?
Let's face it, we've all been there before-prep for your annual Memorial Day cookout dragged on a bit longer than expected, only for you to realize that you're out of hot dog buns 15 minutes before everyone is set to arrive. You've spent the entire day braising brats, grilling corn, and making your mom's famous chipotle cheddar potato salad, but can't seem to shake the feeling that you didn't get enough cans of baked beans.
Sure, Memorial Day is usually a bit more relaxed and chill compared to some of the other major holidays, but it still feels like a five-alarm fire when you don't have everything you need. It can be one of the most stressful parts of hosting for the holidays, especially because you never know if your nearest Publix is open, so you can run and grab the last few ingredients you need for your mouthwatering aji verde steak salad.
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Is Publix Open on Memorial Day
Even if you aren't trying to flex your culinary muscles and simply want to throw some burgers on the grill, it might be helpful to know if Publix is open on Memorial Day, and lucky for you, we've got the answer. Not that we ever need a special occasion to swing by Publix, but when said occasion is the first unofficial start to barbecue season, you know exactly where we're headed. If you do find yourself scrambling to find condiments or needing to pick up an extra pack of ground beef, Publix will be open on Memorial Day.
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What Are Publix's Memorial Day Hours?
That means there's no need to freak out if you forgot to grab the cocktail weenies for your legendary grilled pigs in a blanket. As for hours, all Publix locations are open during normal business hours, typically 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. While the main grocery store will be open, the Publix pharmacy will be closed for the holiday, so you'll want to fill your prescriptions earlier if possible.
Whether you're planning an all-out Memorial Day block party or just can't wait to drink a bottle of wine and catch up on some Zs, Publix has you covered no matter what. And remember, you can always ask other people to bring food to help take some weight off your shoulders. You can even direct them to the nearest Publix if you have to. How's that for doing Memorial Day smarter, not harder?
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This story was originally published May 24, 2026 at 6:30 AM.