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2019 Walmart Holiday Schedule

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Walmart holiday schedule and hours
As the largest U.S. retailer, many people rely on Walmart for their basics and household goods. Since it’s the primary shopping spot for many people, it’s important to know on what holidays Walmart closes, and when the store is open. While there are 10 federal holidays throughout the year, these holidays aren’t universal to everyone in the U.S. They only legally apply to federal employees, so even on these holidays, many stores remain open. If you’re planning to head out to the store, here’s this year’s Walmart holiday schedule.

2019 Walmart Holiday Schedule

  • Tuesday, January 1: Walmart is open on New Year’s Day
  • Monday, January 21: Walmart is open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Thursday, February 14: Walmart is open on Valentine’s Day
  • Monday, February 18: Walmart is open on Presidents’ Day
  • Sunday, March 17: Walmart is open on St. Patrick’s Day
  • Friday, April 19: Walmart is open on Good Friday
  • Saturday, April 20: Walmart is open on Easter Saturday
  • Sunday, April 21: Walmart is open on Easter Sunday
  • Monday, April 2: Walmart is open on Easter Monday
  • Sunday, May 12: Walmart is open on Mother’s Day
  • Monday, May 27: Walmart is open on Memorial Day
  • Sunday, June 16: Walmart is open on Father’s Day
  • Thursday, July 4: Walmart is open on Independence Day
  • Monday, September 2: Walmart is open on Labor Day
  • Tuesday, October 8: Walmart is open on Columbus Day
  • Thursday, October 31: Walmart is open on Halloween
  • Monday, November 11: Walmart is open on Veteran’s Day
  • Thursday, November 28: Walmart is open on Thanksgiving Day, but for limited hours
  • Friday, November 29: Walmart is open on Black Friday for extended hours
  • Tuesday, December 24: Walmart is open, but some stores may close early on Christmas Eve
  • Wednesday, December 25: Walmart is closed on Christmas Day
  • Tuesday, December 31: Walmart is open on New Year’s Eve
  • Wednesday, January 1: Walmart is open on New Year’s Day 2020

Walmart is open every day of the year except Christmas Day. There are some days when their stores open for limited hours (Thanksgiving) and extended hours (Black Friday), but they are open at least some part of the day for most of the year. Some Walmart stores may also have extended hours during the Christmas shopping season.

2019 Walmart Store Hours

Walmart doesn’t have a standard set of opening hours for all its stores. The time Walmart stores are open will vary from location to location. Some are open 24 hours a day, while others have different weekday and weekend hours. The best way to find out the hours of a local Walmart store is to use the official Walmart store locator tool. This will give you the opening hours of each Walmart store.

The above information is general information regarding when Walmart stores will be open for business. A variety of incidents can cause exceptions to the above information. For example, specific stores may close due to damage to the store, and there can be closures due to severe weather as well. It’s always best to call and confirm with your store if you have any doubt about it being open or closed.

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Is Walmart Open on Thanksgiving Day 2018?

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Thanksgiving Day used to be a day to spend at home with family eating turkey, watching football, and napping. Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, was the day for shopping and doorbuster sales. Many stores have started opening on Thanksgiving Day to kick off their Black Friday sales early.

While many retailers have started opening their stores on Thanksgiving Day to start their Black Friday sales early, some retailers have chosen to remain closed on Thanksgiving Day. For instance, Costco warehouses are closed so that their employees can spend the day with their families. Check here if you’re wondering if Walmart is open on Thanksgiving.

Is Walmart Open on Thanksgiving Day?

Walmart will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Most Walmart will open at 6 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Walmart Supercenters that are normally open 24 hours, will continue to be open 24 hours. However, some stores might close early and reopen at 6:00 p.m. to start the Black Friday sales.

Can You Shop Walmart.com on Thanksgiving Day?

If you can’t wait for the stores to open, you can shop on online and get early access to the Black Friday sale. Doorbuster items are not available online, but Walmart has announced that the majority of the Black Friday deals will be available at Walmart.com starting on Wednesday, November 21, 2018, at 10 p.m. ET. The online sale will include some of the most popular Black Friday items: TVs, video games, and appliances. There will also be special deals available online only.

What Time Do Walmart Black Friday Sales Start?

The Walmart Black Friday sale starts online early this year, but in Walmart stores, the Black Friday sale starts when they reopen at 6:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

You can check out the Walmart Black Friday deals with the Walmart app or at walmart.com. Walmart also has a store map online to help plan your Thanksgiving Day shopping trip. The store map is customized for your local store and shows exactly where Black Friday deals will be located in the store. If you have the Walmart app on your phone, you will be able to access the store map while you are in the store shopping.

Light Up Black Friday Party

This year, Walmart is hosting its first Light Up Black Friday party on Thanksgiving Day, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. If you are shopping in-store on Thanksgiving day, you’ll get free cookies, cocoa, and coffee. You might need to check with your local store before you head out to see if they are participating.

Walmart’s 1-Hour Guarantee

Walmart has announced the return of the 1-hr guarantee this Black Friday. That means that customers in designated areas of the store between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m on Thanksgiving Day are guaranteed to receive the item at the sales price. If there are not enough items in stock, Walmart will guarantee pick up of the item before Christmas at the Black Friday pricing.

To take advantage of the 1-hour guarantee, you have to be in the Walmart store and in the 1-hr guarantee line by 7:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Day. If they are out of the item by the time you reach the front of the line, the Walmart associate will give you a 1-hour guarantee voucher to redeem before Christmas.

Walmart Thanksgiving Week Hours

Walmart will be open regular business hours except for Thanksgiving Day and have extended hours on Black Friday. The business hours Thanksgiving week are:

Sunday, November 18: Regular hours

Monday, November 19: Regular hours

Tuesday, November 20: Regular hours

Wednesday, November 21: Check with your local store for closing time.

Thursday, November 22: Doors open at 6 a.m. Deals begin at 6:00 p.m.

Friday, November 23: Extended hours. Check with your local store.

Saturday, November 24: Regular hours

The tradition of stores closing on Thanksgiving Day are long gone. Walmart is one of many stores opening its doors Thanksgiving Day and millions of people will be piling in to get great deals. Will you be one of them?

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Is Walmart Open Columbus Day 2018?

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Federal holidays can be confusing. Some businesses chose to close their doors while others remain open and hold sales. This Monday is Columbus Day and places like the post office and most banks will be closed. What about America’s favorite retailer? Is Walmart open Columbus Day?

Is Walmart Open Columbus Day?

Yes, Walmart is open on Columbus Day! Whether you need to buy something last minute or do your weekly shopping, your local Walmart will be there to serve you on Columbus Day.

Many Walmart stores have other businesses operating within their location (for example, pharmacies, money transfer services or barber shops). These other businesses may or may not be open on Columbus Day. If you need to visit one of these establishments, call to confirm whether they are open on the holiday.

Walmart Columbus Day Sale

Is a trip to Walmart worth it on Columbus Day?

Yes, it is! While there are no Columbus Day-specific deals, Walmart has a sale going on every day of the week. If you are a regular at Walmart, you know how great the prices are. To see next week’s deals, you’ll need to visit the Walmart website and enter your zip code to receive the weekly ad. However, the store’s prices are generally lower than its competitors.

If you are going to head to Walmart on Columbus Day, you can even more money with these tips:

  • Buy a discount gift card. Search for discounted gift cards online and get up to a 5% discount. This will save you a good bit on your Columbus Day shopping bill.
  • Use a card where you get cash back. If you have a credit or debit card that has cash back rewards, use it at Walmart.
  • Walmart price matches its competitors. Make sure you use this1 You can request a price match vis their Customer Service page or by calling them at 1-800-925-6278.
  • Use the Walmart Savings Catcher. Savings Catcher helps you scan the area for a better deal. If you could have saved money, Walmart gives you the money back. The cash can be applied to future purchases at Wally World.

What Is Walmart’s Holiday Schedule?

Walmart is open 364 days a year and most are open 24 hours a day. Occasionally, a store will be closed for facility maintenance. However, the only full day Walmart closes is Christmas Day. It should also be noted the store has limited hours on Thanksgiving. Check out Walmart’s full holiday schedule here.

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Walmart Is Open on Easter — and Here’s What’s on Sale

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Walmart serves more than 100 million customers each week and usually doesn’t allow holidays to slow that down. In fact, Walmart offers sales on many holidays. So, yes, Walmart is open on Easter.

However, two of Walmart’s competitors are actually closed on Easter — Costco and Target — so it’s easy to get confused about which stores do remain open on the holiday weekend.

Speaking of which, Walmart is also open on Good Friday; Saturday, March 31, Easter Sunday and the Monday immediately following the holiday.

Walmart Is Open on Easter, and Here’s What’s on Sale

The biggest thing you’ll save by shopping for Easter items at Walmart is time. The prices aren’t significantly lower than other retailers, but you’ll be able to pick up everything you need in one place. Most Walmart stores have a wide variety of baskets, candy, and other fillers for Easter baskets.

Below are a few specialty items Walmart will have on sale this Easter:

  • Egg hunt candy mix bags are priced from $9.98 to $19.98.
  • Boxes of candy (4.5 ounces) will be on sale for $1 apiece.
  • Solid chocolate rabbits will be on sale for $3.48.
  • Marvel and Disney-themed Easter baskets are all priced around $5 each.
  • Get a personalized Easter basket with a name on it for as little as $19.98.
  • Easter dresses and suites for kids service price at $16 and up.
  • Hams are on sale for as little as $1.68 per pound (in Charlotte, NC).

In a sense, Easter is business as usual for Walmart because the retail giant remains open on most holidays — except that it might be more crowded than usual.

Readers, do your plans for the weekend include any shopping?

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Is Walmart Open on Presidents Day 2018?

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Presidents Day is Monday, Feb. 19. As the third federal holiday of the year, the holiday leaves many people wondering what is open and what is closed. Some of your favorite local stores may be closing their doors for the holiday, however, the majority of major retailers will continue to have their doors open.

Walmart, the largest retailer in the United States, is a store that many people worry about. However, have no fear because Walmart closes only one day a year. The store in which many people rely on to get their groceries and other household needs only closes on Christmas Day. Store hours can vary on some holidays though, so Presidents Day still has many people wondering, is Walmart open on Presidents Day? If so, what are their hours?

Is Walmart Open Presidents Day?

Walmart will be open on Presidents Day. According to Walmart’s holiday schedule, Christmas is the only federal holiday in which Walmart closes its doors entirely. So, if you need anything from the retail giant on Monday, you will be able to get it.

Are Other Services Available?

Most Walmart stores have a bank, hair salon, nail salon, an optician and income tax preparation service inside the store. Those service providers are independent of Walmart and do not follow the same operating hours as Walmart stores. Check with your local store to see if those service providers will be closed on Presidents Day.

What Days is Walmart Closed?

Walmart only closes on Christmas each year. On Thanksgiving, some Walmarts close their doors and reopen in the evening for early Black Friday sales. These are the only two days that Walmart has an altered schedule.

When Will Walmart Stores be Open?

Since Walmart will not be closed on Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents Day, none of the days around it will be affected by the holiday either. They will be open the following hours:
Sunday, February 18, 2018: Regular hours
Monday, February 19, 2018: Regular hours
Tuesday, February 20, 2018: Regular hours

Is There a Presidents Day Sale?

Walmart does have a sale on most federal holidays. Presidents Day is a time of year where many mattresses go on sale as well as other household needs. There may also be other sales on Valentine’s Day merchandise. Of course, be sure to check your weekly flyer for deals closer to you.

Will Walmart.com be Available?

Walmart.com will be fully operational on Presidents Day. In fact, Walmart.com is operational every day, but sometimes delivery around holidays can be messed up. Because of this, you will want to plan for post offices to be closed on Monday, February 19.

Federal holidays can be tricky. Many people get confused as to what is open and what is closed, especially on a day like Presidents Day. If you are wondering about a specific store near you, you can always give them a call and find out whether or not they will be open on Monday. You can also usually check their hours online.

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Is Walmart Open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the second federal holiday of the year. Banks, post offices, and stock markets will all be closed in observance of the holiday, however, the majority of retailers will not close their doors for MLK Day. Most of them only close in observance of Christmas (December 25). Is Walmart open on Martin Luther King Jr Day? 

Walmart is the largest retailer in the United States, and there are a ton of people who rely on the retailer for their groceries and other household needs. Store hours during the holidays can be a bit confusing, especially when it is a federal holiday. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a day recognized by many institutions throughout the U.S., so that has left many people wondering whether stores will be open or closed.

Is Walmart Open Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

Walmart will be open on MLK Day. According to Walmart’s holiday schedule, Christmas is the only federal holiday in which Walmart closes its doors entirely. So, if you need anything from the retail giant on Monday, you will be able to get it.

Walmart Services Available on MLK Day

Most Walmart stores have a bank, hair salon, nail salon, an optician and income tax preparation service inside the store. Those service providers are independent of Walmart and do not follow the same operating hours as Walmart stores. Check with your local store to see if those service providers will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

What Days Does Walmart Close?

Walmart only closes on Christmas each year. On Thanksgiving, some Walmarts close their doors and reopen in the evening for early Black Friday sales. These are the only two days that Walmart has an altered schedule.

When Will Walmart Stores Open?

Since Walmart will not be closed on Monday, January 15 in observance of MLK Day, none of the days around it will be affected by the holiday either. They will be open the following hours:

Sunday, January 14,  2018: Regular hours

Monday, January 15, 2018: Regular hours

Tuesday, January 16, 2018: Regular hours

Is There a Walmart MLK Day Sale?

Walmart does have a sale on most federal holidays, but not on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Although there are no specific deals for MLK Day, there are many great deals available. Many stores will be getting rid of some of their “New Year’s” merchandise. These things include exercise equipment, dieting merchandise and Tupperware (and other organizational items). Be sure to check your weekly flyer for deals.

Will Walmart.com be Available?

Because Walmart is still open for MLK Day, Walmart.com will still be fully operational. In fact, Walmart.com is operational every day, but delivery around holidays, such as Christmas, from the website, may take a bit longer.

As the second federal holiday of the year, many people get confused about what is open and what is closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. As always, if you are wondering if a store near you is open, you can give them a call or check their hours online.

Photo: Flickr: Mike Mozart