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What stores are open on Juneteenth? Target, Costco, Walmart, Best Buy among those open.


President Joe Biden officially recognized Juneteenth as a federal holiday last year. The June 19 holiday commemorates the day formerly enslaved people in Texas learned about the Emancipation Proclamation. 

Federal employees will have the day off on Monday, June 20. The private sector has followed suit, with many companies offering their employees the day off or holiday pay. But most consumers won’t have to worry about their favorite business being closed on Sunday or Monday. Most of your favorite brand names will be open for business. 

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Is Walmart open on Juneteenth 2022? 

Walmart will be open on Sunday, the company confirmed. 

Is Target open on Juneteenth 2022? 

While Target added in recent years new closures for holidays like Thanksgiving and Easter, it won’t close its doors Sunday. Target will be open during its regular hours on Sunday, June 19 and Monday, June 20,the company said. Store hours may vary by location so it’s wise to check with your local store. 

Is Costco open on Juneteenth 2022? 

The wholesale giant shuts down its warehouses for a number of holidays every year, including new year, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day and Labor Day. But Juneteenth is not on its list of holiday closures. 

What else is open on Juneteenth? 

We reached out to major retailers, grocers and restaurants across the country. These lists are not exhaustive, but represents companies that confirmed to Paste BN their locations will be open. Only one retailer, Nike, said it would close its stores Sunday. 

Retail stores open on Juneteenth 2022 

Grocery stores open on Juneteenth 2022 

These grocery and convenient stores confirmed they will be open Sunday. 

Restaurants open on Juneteenth

Hours and closures can vary, so its always best to check with your local restaurant.