Stores, Restaurants Open On Memorial Day 2021 In Waukesha

WAUKESHA, WI — Memorial Day is just around the corner in Waukesha. While many will mark the day of remembrance by spending the day with family and friends, it’s important to note which businesses will be open if you head out that day to shop or grab a bite to eat.

While the true meaning of the day is to remember, many also view it as the unofficial start of summer and spend the day gathered with friends and family.

Many local facilities and government offices will close on Memorial Day in remembrance of the men and women who served and gave their lives for the United States.

Here’s a look at what’s open and closed in Waukesha on Memorial Day:

• Waukesha Public Library is closed
• Waukesha County Court House is closed

If you’re hoping to step out for some shopping or plan to skip the backyard barbecue altogether, you’re in luck, because many big box stores and chain restaurants will be open on Memorial Day this year.

Here’s a list we compiled of retailers that will be open in Waukesha:

Retailers

• Best Buy
• Dick’s Sporting Goods
• Dollar General
• Dollar Tree
• Family Dollar
• Hobby Lobby
• Home Depot
• Kohl’s
• Petsmart
• Target
• Walgreens
• Walmart

Here’s a selection of chain restaurants that will be open on Memorial Day in Waukesha:

• Applebee’s
• Arby’s
• Buffalo Wild Wings
• Burger King
• Carrabba’s
• Chick-fil-A
• Chipotle
• Denny’s
• Domino’s
• Dunkin’
• Five Guys
• Golden Corral
• KFC
• McDonald’s
• Noodles & Co.
• Olive Garden
• Outback Steakhouse
• Panda Express
• Pizza Hut
• Potbelly
• Starbucks
• Subway
• Taco Bell
• Wahlburgers
• Wendy’s

While most coronavirus-related business restrictions are no longer in place, we would still encourage you to call ahead and confirm hours at any of these retailers or restaurants.