Juneteenth marks the official end of slavery in 1865. Most stores and restaurants are expected to be open normal hours.

Although Juneteenth is a federal holiday, most major retailers will be open on June 19 alongside Costco. Some smaller retailers might have special holiday hours, however, so it's best to check ahead of time. Chrissy Callahan is a writer for Today.com.

As Juneteenth 2025 approaches, falling on a Thursday, consumers are keen to know if their favorite stores, such as Walmart and Costco, will be open for business. According to current information, major retail chains like Walmart,