What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026? Find out if banks, USPS and stores are operating.

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June 19, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT

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Many Americans will have the day off on Friday, June 19, to celebrate Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. While most stores will remain open, some services will be unavailable.The stock market and most banks will be closed on Friday. While many stores will remain open, make sure to check local store hours as they may vary by location.Also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform enslaved people that the Civil War had ended and they were free.Read on to see what's open on Juneteenth.Is Walmart open?Yes, Walmart will operate during normal hours on Juneteenth, a spokesperson confirmed.Is Costco open?While Costco is closed for other federal holidays, it will remain open for Juneteenth.Is Target open?Target will be open during normal business hours, which vary depending on location, according to a spokesperson.