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Walmart, Publix, Kroger & more: Here are the SC grocery stores open on Labor Day 2025

Here are the grocery stores that will be open in South Carolina on Labor Day.
Here are the grocery stores that will be open in South Carolina on Labor Day. The Telegraph

Did you forget to buy extra charcoal for the grill?

Labor Day has arrived once again. For many Americans, the holiday marks the end of summer — time to fire up the grill and relax with friends and family.

But what if you forgot to bring extra drinks or you need some packs of napkins and plastic forks?

Here’s a list of what grocery stores are open and closed on Monday for Labor Day in South Carolina.

Publix

All Publix stores will be open on Sept. 1 for Labor Day during normal business hours. However, Publix pharmacies will close for the day.

Aldi

All Aldi stores will operate for limited hours on Labor Day. Check locations for specific hours.

Whole Foods Market

All Whole Foods Market locations will be open for Labor Day. Check locations for specific hours.

Target

Whether you have a Target with a large grocery store section or a small one, the result will be the same for Labor Day — it will be open, but store hours will vary by location. Check your local store for specific holiday hours.

Piggly Wiggly

Piggly Wiggly stores should be open on Labor Day. However, each store is independently owned and operated, meaning the hours for them can vary. You can contact your local store for details. To search for Piggly Wiggly locations, click here.

Walmart

Like its competitor Target, Walmart will be open on Labor Day. The stores will be open regular hours.

Food Lion

Food Lion fans in South Carolina are in luck! The grocery chain will be open during normal business hours on Labor Day.

Kroger

Kroger stores in South Carolina will be open for Labor Day. Check local stores for specific hours.

Trader Joe’s

If you are lucky enough to have a Trader Joe’s in your city then yes, it will be open on Sept. 1 for Labor Day.

Patrick McCreless
The State
Patrick McCreless is the Southeast service journalism editor for McClatchy, who leads and edits a team of six reporters in South Carolina, Georgia and Mississippi. The team writes about trending news of the day and topics that help readers in their daily lives and better informs them about their communities. He attended Jacksonville State University in Alabama and grew up in Tuscaloosa, AL.
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