Costco will do something it only does 7 times a year

Having enjoyed a Costco membership for 20 years, I can tell you there are many things the company does right. 

Not only does Costco offer an amazing selection of products at almost ridiculously low prices, but it also makes a point of rotating its inventory to keep things fresh.

And as a mom whose fridge and pantry are constantly getting raided, I can tell you that I do my fair share of grocery shopping. And often, it’s a chore.

Costco finds a way to make food shopping fun again, though. Not only do I enjoy exploring the aisles, but it’s also nice to grab some free samples along the way. 

And if those don’t cut it, there’s always the food court and its famous $1.50 hot dog deal.

Costco goes out of its way to please members

One big thing that sets Costco apart from other retailers is its commitment to customer service.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve brought back older purchases only to get zero pushback from customer service, thanks to Costco’s flexible return policy. (To be fair, I don’t abuse it, and I only return items that were never used.)

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In addition, Costco is constantly adapting to meet customer needs.

In early 2025, the company expanded its fuel station hours. It then followed that up with extended store hours — and not just for Executive members.

The early shopping hours for Executive members got a lot of press. But Costco actually extended its Saturday hours for all members, giving everyone an extra hour to shop in the evening.

Costco hardly ever closes its doors to members

As part of its commitment to great value and customer service, Costco tries not to close to members very often. But the company also recognizes that employees need time off, too.

That’s why Costco closes seven times during the year. And if you’re wondering whether the store will be open on Easter, the answer is no. 

The other holidays on which Costco closes are:

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
  Source: Costco.com

Of course, Costco isn’t the only major retailer to close its doors on Easter Sunday. Competitors such as Target and Aldi will be closed as well.

Now, you may not be thrilled to hear that Costco is closed on Easter Sunday. But if it’s any consolation, Sunday probably isn’t the best day to shop at Costco anyway. 

Costco warehouses tend to be packed on weekends. So rather than get upset about the upcoming closure, plan around it. With expanded hours, that should now be a bit easier.

Maurie Backman owns shares of Costco.

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