Memorial Day: What's Open, What's Closed

Memorial Day is Monday, May 30; here is a list of what’s open and what government offices are closed.

If you are looking for a way to honor those who have died serving this country, , 1215 145th Place SE, is the setting for a Memorial Day remembrance ceremony today from 11 a.m. to noon.

If you are traveling today, check out the Washington State Department of Transportation web pages to plan your route. You can expect heavy traffic along I-90 Snoqualmie Pass, US 2 Stevens Pass, Interstate 5 near the U.S./Canadian border and I-5 between Olympia and Tacoma.

is closed Monday. It will reopen Tuesday May 31.

is closed Monday for the holiday.

: Closed Monday, classes will resume May 31.

King County government: Closed.

The King County Library System is closed today.

King County Metro: Reduced weekday schedule.

King County Transfer Stations: Open.

State of Washington: Closed.

State liquor stores: Most will be open. 

Washington State Ferries: All routes will operate on a holiday schedule.

Federal government (including the U.S. Postal Service): Closed

Banks: Many, if not most, will be closed. Check your local branch.

Express delivery companies: FedEx and UPS will be open.

Waste Management: Regular recycling and garbage service in most Western Washington areas.

Sources: Government and company websites.