Ethermac Exchange-Grocery stores open Labor Day 2023: See Kroger, Publix, Aldi, Whole Foods holiday hours

Customers looking to grab a few fall-themed food items or Ethermac Exchangedo some last-minute grocery shopping for the week are in luck this year, as several major grocery stores will be open on Labor Day.

Many grocery stores will be open Monday, Sept. 4, although some will have reduced or limited hours, so it is always best to check online with your local store.

The holiday is "an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers," says the U.S. Department of Labor.

The holiday traces its roots back to the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to American's strength, prosperity and well-being, according to the department.

A number of restaurants, retail stores, banks and post offices will have modified hours or be closed on Monday, Sept. 4 to observe the holiday. So which grocery stores and open and which ones are closed?

Here's what you need to know.

Is Kroger open on Labor Day?

All Kroger family of companies will be open their normal hours on Labor Day.

The Kroger family of stores includes:

• Baker’s
• City Market
• Dillons
• Food 4 Less
• Foods Co
• Fred Meyer
• Fry’s
• Gerbes
• Jay C Food Store
• King Soopers
• Kroger
• Mariano’s
• Metro Market
• Pay-Less Super Markets
• Pick’n Save
• QFC
• Ralphs
• Ruler
• Smith’s Food and Drug

Is Publix open on Labor Day?

Yes, Publix stores will be open regular business hours on Labor Day.

However, Publix pharmacies will be closed.

Is Whole Foods open on Labor Day?

Whole Foods will be open, but hours vary by store location.

Check the hours for your local store here.

Is Aldi open on Labor Day?

Aldi will be open on Labor Day under limited hours.

Check the hours for your local store here.

Is Costco open on Labor Day?

No, Costco will be closed on Labor Day.

Is Walmart open on Labor Day?

Yes, Walmart will be open on Labor Day. Check hours at your location here.

Is Food Lion open on Labor Day?

Food Lion stores will be open regular business hours.

What's open on Labor Day?See the full list of restaurants, grocery stores and retail

Grocery stores open on Labor Day

All grocery stores below will be operating under normal business hours unless noted otherwise.

• Winn-Dixie: Modified hours for in-store pharmacies; Check your local store's hours here
• Sam's Club: Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members and open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members
• Meijer
• Safeway: Pharmacy may be closed or have adjusted hours
• Albertsons: Pharmacy may be closed or have adjusted hours
• Jewel-Osco: Pharmacy may be closed or have adjusted hours
• Shaw's: Pharmacy may be closed or have adjusted hours
• Vons: Pharmacy may be closed or have adjusted hours
• Tom Thumb: Pharmacy may be closed or have adjusted hours
• Sprouts