Costco Optical hours

Most Costco Opticals are open 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday. Costco Optical is closed on seven holidays a year (Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Easter), the same days the warehouse itself closes. You need a Costco membership to purchase glasses, lenses, or contacts, but the independent optometrist who handles eye exams accepts non-members. Hours vary by warehouse and the optometrist often runs a separate schedule from the retail counter - check the locator below.

Costco Optical operates inside about 600 Costco warehouses across the United States, selling prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Most warehouses also lease space to an independent optometrist for eye exams. Consumer Reports has repeatedly cited Costco Optical as the lowest-priced optical retailer in the country.

This page covers Costco Optical hours (typically 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday), the seven holiday closures, the members-only frame purchase rule, and how the optometrist’s exam hours can differ from the retail counter.

Two Costco Optical specifics worth knowing. You need a Costco membership to buy frames, lenses, or contacts, but you do NOT need a membership to see the independent optometrist for an eye exam. Costco Optical is also closed on seven holidays a year (Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Easter), more than any other major optical chain.

Use the Costco warehouse locator below to confirm Optical hours at your nearest warehouse.

Is Costco Optical open today?

Costco Optical generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

Costco Optical weekly hours

Costco Optical holiday hours

Is Costco Optical open on Saturday?

Costco Optical is open Saturday 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM at most warehouses. Saturday is the busiest Optical day; book exam appointments at least a week ahead for weekend slots. The independent optometrist often runs a different Saturday schedule from the retail counter, sometimes ending exams as early as 4 PM, so the optical-counter close time does not always match exam availability. Walk-ins for frame browsing, contact lens orders, or glasses pickup are accepted any time during open hours.

Is Costco Optical open on Sunday?

Costco Optical is open Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at most warehouses, the same hours as the Costco warehouse itself. This is a key difference from Costco Pharmacy, which is closed all day Sunday at every location. The optometrist may not be on duty Sunday at every warehouse, so eye exam availability varies. The retail counter (frames, glasses pickup, contact lens orders) operates regardless. Easter Sunday is closed across all Costco departments including Optical.

Find a Costco Optical store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official Costco Optical store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

Costco Optical hours - frequently asked questions

What time does Costco Optical open?

Most Costco Opticals open at 10:00 AM Monday through Friday and Sunday, and 9:30 AM Saturday. Optical hours match the Costco warehouse on weekdays and Sunday but typically close an hour earlier than the warehouse Saturday. Use the Costco warehouse locator to confirm hours at your specific location.

Is Costco Optical open on Sunday?

Yes. Costco Optical is open Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at most warehouses, the same hours as the warehouse itself. This is different from Costco Pharmacy, which is closed all day Sunday. The optometrist may not be on duty Sunday at every warehouse, so eye exam availability varies, but the retail counter is open.

Do you need a Costco membership for Costco Optical?

Membership is required to PURCHASE frames, lenses, or contact lenses at Costco Optical. However, you do NOT need a Costco membership to see the independent optometrist for an eye exam. The optometrist leases space inside Costco and accepts non-members. After the exam, non-members can take the prescription elsewhere or join Costco to buy glasses on-site.

What holidays is Costco Optical closed?

Costco Optical is closed on seven holidays a year, the same days the Costco warehouse closes: Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday. This is more closures than any other major optical chain. Plan exam appointments and pickups around these dates.

Is Costco Optical open Memorial Day or July 4?

No. Costco closes both warehouses and all service departments (Optical, Pharmacy, Tire Center) on Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Most other US optical chains stay open with reduced hours on those holidays. Plan glasses pickup before the holiday weekend.

How do I schedule a Costco eye exam?

Eye exams are scheduled directly with the independent optometrist at each warehouse, not through Costco Optical itself. Call the warehouse Optical phone line and ask to be connected to the optometrist's office. Most optometrists do not offer online scheduling; you'll need to call. Bring your Costco card if you plan to buy glasses on-site after the exam.

What time does Costco Optical close?

Costco Optical closes at 8:30 PM Monday through Friday, 6:00 PM Saturday, and 6:00 PM Sunday. On Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, Optical follows the warehouse early close at 5:00 PM.

Are Costco Optical hours different from Costco store hours?

Mostly the same. Optical matches the warehouse on weekdays (10 AM to 8:30 PM) and Sunday (10 AM to 6 PM) but typically closes an hour earlier on Saturday (6 PM vs 7 PM warehouse close). The optometrist (eye doctor) sets a separate schedule that often ends earlier than the optical retail counter. See the full Costco hours page for warehouse details.

How much do glasses cost at Costco Optical?

Costco Optical is consistently rated the lowest-priced optical retailer in the United States by Consumer Reports. Single-vision glasses with frames typically run $90 to $200 complete. Progressive lenses with frames typically run $150 to $300. Contact lens prices are also among the lowest of major chains. Costco does not negotiate prices but offers Kirkland Signature in-house brand options.

Can I pick up my glasses at Costco Optical without a membership?

If you ordered glasses as a Costco member and need someone else to pick them up, the pickup person typically needs to show membership at the door. Some warehouses are flexible about pickup-only visits without membership; call the warehouse first. Non-members who saw the optometrist for an exam only do not need membership for the exam visit but cannot purchase glasses without joining.

How do I find a Costco Optical near me?

Use the Costco warehouse locator linked below. Each warehouse listing shows whether it has an Optical Center and lists Optical hours and the local Optical phone extension. Nearly every Costco warehouse has an Optical Center, but a few smaller-format locations do not.

What is the Costco Optical phone number?

Costco Optical does not have a single national phone number. Each warehouse has its own Optical extension and the independent optometrist has a separate line. Find the local numbers in the Costco warehouse locator. For general Costco customer service (membership questions, order help) call 1-800-774-2678.

Costco Optical customer service: 1-800-774-2678 - call to confirm hours or ask questions.

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Last verified: May 2026 against Costco Optical's official store locator and press releases.

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