Sam’s Club Extends Sunday Store Hours Starting October 12

Sam’s Club is changing its Sunday store hours starting this weekend, giving members more time to shop. The new schedule will take effect on October 12, 2025, and will extend Sunday hours by two hours, reflecting strong demand from customers for more convenient shopping times.

The membership-based warehouse retailer confirmed the change following “overwhelming feedback” from members. According to Steven Zapata, director of corporate communications at Sam’s Club, most stores will now follow a simplified schedule of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, including Sundays — a significant change from the previous Sunday hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

New Sunday Sam’s Hours: What Shoppers Need to Know

Starting October 12, Sam’s Club locations across the United States will open earlier and close later on Sundays. The new schedule aims to provide shoppers with more flexibility and reduce weekend crowding, especially for those with busy weekday schedules.

Here’s a full breakdown of the updated Sunday hours for most Sam’s Club stores:

• Curbside pickup: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Plus Member shopping: 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.
• Club shopping (general members): 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Café: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Fuel stations: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

“Our members told us they wanted more weekend shopping time, and we listened,” Zapata told USA TODAY in an emailed statement on October 9. “The new hours are designed to make shopping easier and more convenient for everyone.”

Plus members — those at the highest membership tier — will continue to enjoy early access, with stores opening exclusively for them from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. daily.

Extended Hours for Key Holidays Too

Alongside the Sunday schedule change, Sam’s Club is also expanding its holiday operating hours. Previously, warehouses closed at 6 p.m. local time on major holidays such as Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and New Year’s Eve. Under the new policy, these stores will remain open until 8 p.m., giving members additional time to shop for holiday gatherings and events.

Some closures and special hours will remain in place. Clubs will close early at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and will remain closed entirely on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This change comes as warehouse retailers continue to adapt to shifting consumer expectations. Extended hours may help Sam’s Club compete more directly with rivals like Costco, which typically maintains consistent weekend hours across its locations. By standardizing its hours and extending weekend access, Sam’s Club hopes to improve the member experience and increase store traffic.

What the Change Means for Sam’s Club Members

For regular members, the extra Sunday shopping hours provide more flexibility for grocery runs, bulk purchases, or last-minute needs. It’s also expected to help reduce weekend rushes, spreading traffic more evenly throughout the day.

For Plus members, the change is especially beneficial. Their early-access shopping window remains intact, giving them the first pick of popular items and shorter checkout lines before general members enter the store.

The company’s decision also reflects a broader retail trend: adapting store operations based on direct customer feedback. By aligning store hours with members’ preferences, Sam’s Club aims to strengthen loyalty and enhance the overall value of its membership program.

With these new Sunday hours, Sam’s Club is signaling a stronger focus on convenience and customer satisfaction — a move many shoppers will welcome as the busy holiday season approaches.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: What are the new Sam’s Club Sunday hours?

Starting October 12, most Sam’s Club locations will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays, compared to the previous 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. schedule.

Q2: What time does Sam’s Club curbside pickup open on Sundays?

Curbside pickup will be available from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays under the new schedule.

Q3: Will Plus members still get early access on Sundays?

Yes. Plus members will continue to enjoy early shopping hours from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. every day, including Sundays.

Q4: Are holiday hours changing too?

Yes. On Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and New Year’s Eve, Sam’s Club stores will now stay open until 8 p.m. instead of closing at 6 p.m.

Q5: Which holidays will Sam’s Club be closed?

Stores will remain closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day, and will close early at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve.