News Summary
Sam’s Club has announced an extension of its store hours to better accommodate holiday shoppers, effective from October 12. Most locations will now be open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., allowing increased flexibility for all members. Plus members will have exclusive access from 8 to 9 a.m. daily. This change aims to enhance shopping convenience in anticipation of the busy holiday season. The stores will remain closed on major holidays including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Extended hours will last from November 22 to December 23.
Raleigh, North Carolina — Sam’s Club Extends Store Hours for Holiday Shopping
Beginning Sunday, October 12, Sam’s Club, owned by Walmart, has announced a significant change to its store hours to better accommodate shoppers during the upcoming holiday season. Most locations, including those in the Triangle area, will now operate daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.. This adjustment is designed to make holiday shopping more convenient for members and attract increased foot traffic in the lead-up to major holidays.
Details of the New Store Hours
Prior to the change, the stores operated from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Sundays, with a closing time of 6 p.m. on Sundays. On Saturdays, the stores opened at 9 a.m. and closed at 8 p.m. Additionally, Plus members previously had exclusive shopping hours starting at 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday and at 10 a.m. on Sundays. Now, all members will be able to shop from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, providing more flexibility.
Exclusive Shopping Access for Plus Members
The new hours include an exclusive time slot for Plus members, who are permitted to shop from 8 to 9 a.m. daily. This change was made to serve the club’s premium members with an earlier shopping window, aligning with similar adjustments at other warehouse clubs.
Locations Affected and Holiday Schedule
There are four Sam’s Club locations in the Triangle: two in Raleigh, one in Wake Forest, and one in Durham. All of these locations have adopted the new operational hours. It is important to note that club hours may vary on certain holidays, and the stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and Easter Sunday.
Extended Hours During the Holiday Season
From November 22 to December 23, all Sam’s Club stores will extend their hours until 8 p.m. every day of the week, including Sundays. This period is intended to support increased shopping activity as consumers prepare for holiday celebrations and gift-giving.
Additional Context and Membership Information
Sam’s Club operates with two membership tiers: a standard club membership starting at $50 per year and a Plus membership costing $110 per year. The changes to store hours come amidst preparations by warehouse clubs for the expected surge in holiday shopping. Despite the extended hours, the stores will remain closed on certain major holidays to observe traditional days of rest.
Summary of Key Facts
- Starting October 12, most Sam’s Club locations in the Triangle will operate from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
- The new hours include exclusive shopping times for Plus members from 8 to 9 a.m. daily.
- Prior to the update, the operating hours were 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Friday and on Sundays, with shorter Sunday hours.
- Locations affected include two in Raleigh, one in Wake Forest, and one in Durham.
- The company will extend hours from November 22 to December 23 until 8 p.m. every day.
- Stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and Easter Sunday.
Conclusion
The store hour extension reflects Sam’s Club’s response to member feedback and ongoing efforts to accommodate increased holiday shopping activity. These changes highlight the retail chain’s intent to provide greater convenience and flexibility for its customers during the critical holiday shopping period.
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- News Observer: Sam’s Club Extends Store Hours
- Wikipedia: Sam’s Club
- Valley News Live: Sam’s Club Updates Store Hours
- Google Search: Sam’s Club store hours
- Community Impact: Keller Sam’s Club Renovation
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Sam’s Club
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