US shopping dates
Days until Memorial Day sales
About Memorial Day sales
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May in the United States. Retailers often promote seasonal offers around the long weekend, including on outdoor, home and clothing items.
This countdown marks the federal holiday, not a guaranteed sale start date. Individual retailers may begin offers earlier or choose not to participate.
Dates for 2026 to 2030
| Year | Memorial Day |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday 25 May 2026 |
| 2027 | Monday 31 May 2027 |
| 2028 | Monday 29 May 2028 |
| 2029 | Monday 28 May 2029 |
| 2030 | Monday 27 May 2030 |
Frequently asked questions
When is Memorial Day in 2027?
Memorial Day falls on Monday 31 May 2027 in 2027. The full list for 2026 to 2030 is in the table on this page.
How many days until Memorial Day?
The live counter at the top of this page shows the days, hours, minutes and seconds left, using the time on your device.
When is Memorial Day?
It is observed on the last Monday in May in the United States.
Do Memorial Day sales start on the holiday?
Not always. Retailers choose their own promotion dates, and some start before the holiday weekend.
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