Meijer Pharmacy hours
Most Meijer Pharmacy locations are open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Mon-Fri with a 30-minute pharmacist lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM. Saturday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Easter Sunday. Free generic antibiotics, metformin, and prenatal vitamins with prescription. Customer service: 1-877-708-1611.
Meijer Pharmacy is the in-store pharmacy at every Meijer supercenter across the 6-state Midwest footprint (Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, Wisconsin), with about 245 pharmacies chain-wide and the same Meijer-family ownership structure as the parent supercenter chain.
The questions readers actually ask: what time does Meijer Pharmacy open today, when does it close, what time is the lunch break, are they open on Sunday or Saturday, are they open on Christmas and Thanksgiving and Easter, what free generic medications are available, and where the nearest Meijer Pharmacy is located.
Three Meijer Pharmacy specific things worth knowing: most pharmacies run 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Friday with a 30-minute pharmacist lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM, reduced Saturday hours 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and short Sunday hours 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, AND Easter Sunday the pharmacy counter is closed even when the parent Meijer supercenter stays open. Meijer’s free-generic prescription program (started 2006 as one of the first major US pharmacy free-Rx programs) offers common generic antibiotics, metformin (the most-prescribed Type 2 diabetes medication), atorvastatin (generic cholesterol medication), and prenatal vitamins free with a valid prescription, a distinctive feature that no other major in-store grocery pharmacy matches at this scale.
Use the locator below to find your nearest Meijer Pharmacy and confirm specific hours plus lunch-break window.
Is Meijer Pharmacy open today?
Meijer Pharmacy generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.
Meijer Pharmacy weekly hours
| Day | Typical hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM (the licensed pharmacist on duty takes a required 30-minute lunch break and the pharmacy counter closes during the window) |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM; Friday afternoon is one of the busier prescription pickup windows |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Reduced Saturday hours; lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM at most stores |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Short Sunday hours; lunch break may apply at some stores; the parent Meijer supercenter stays open longer than the pharmacy counter |
Meijer Pharmacy holiday hours
| Holiday | Date | Status | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | Mon, May 25, 2026 | Open - modified hours | Most pharmacies 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (varies) | Reduced Memorial Day hours at most Meijer Pharmacy locations; parent Meijer supercenter typically open with normal hours |
| Juneteenth | Fri, Jun 19, 2026 | Open - normal hours | Regular Friday schedule (9am-9pm with lunch break) | Most pharmacies open with regular hours |
| Independence Day | Sat, Jul 4, 2026 | Open - modified hours | Most pharmacies 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (varies) | Reduced July 4 hours at most pharmacies |
| Labor Day | Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Open - modified hours | Most pharmacies 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (varies) | Reduced Labor Day hours at most pharmacies |
| Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day | Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Open - normal hours | Regular Monday schedule (9am-9pm with lunch break) | Not observed by most pharmacies |
| Halloween | Sat, Oct 31, 2026 | Open - normal hours | Regular Saturday schedule (9am-7pm with lunch break) | No closure |
| Veterans Day | Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | Open - normal hours | Regular Wednesday schedule | Most pharmacies open |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Closed | Pharmacy counter closed at all stores | Meijer Pharmacy counter is closed Thanksgiving Day chain-wide; the parent Meijer supercenter typically runs reduced 6am-5pm hours; plan Rx refills before Wednesday |
| Day After Thanksgiving / Black Friday | Fri, Nov 27, 2026 | Open - normal hours | Regular Friday schedule (9am-9pm with lunch break) | Pharmacy reopens with full hours |
| Christmas Eve | Thu, Dec 24, 2026 | Open - modified hours | Most pharmacies 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM reduced (lunch break) | Early close at most pharmacies; one of the busiest prescription pickup days of the year |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Closed | Pharmacy counter closed at all stores | Meijer Pharmacy counter is closed Christmas Day chain-wide; the parent Meijer supercenter is also closed Christmas Day |
| Boxing Day | Sat, Dec 26, 2026 | Open - normal hours | Regular Saturday schedule (9am-7pm with lunch break) | Pharmacy reopens with full hours |
| New Year's Eve | Thu, Dec 31, 2026 | Open - modified hours | Most pharmacies 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM reduced | Early close at most pharmacies |
| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Open - modified hours | Most pharmacies 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM reduced (varies) | Reduced New Year's Day hours at most pharmacies |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | Open - normal hours | Regular Monday schedule (9am-9pm with lunch break) | Not observed by most pharmacies |
| Easter Sunday | Sun, Apr 4, 2027 | Closed | Pharmacy counter closed at most stores | Most Meijer Pharmacy counters are closed Easter Sunday even though the parent <a href="/meijer-hours/">Meijer</a> supercenter stays open with regular hours; plan Rx refills before Saturday |
Is Meijer Pharmacy open on Saturday?
Saturday Meijer Pharmacy hours run 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a 30-minute pharmacist lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM (2 hours shorter than the Mon-Fri 9pm close). Saturday morning sees one of the busier weekly prescription-pickup windows; Saturday afternoon traffic shifts to vaccines (Saturday is the most popular vaccination day at most pharmacies because of customer work-week scheduling). The parent Meijer supercenter stays open Saturday until 11:00 PM at most stores, so customers shopping after pharmacy close can still pick up groceries and general merchandise.
Is Meijer Pharmacy open on Sunday?
Sunday Meijer Pharmacy hours are short: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at most stores (an 8-hour window). Some Meijer Pharmacy locations skip the lunch break on Sunday given the shorter shift. Easter Sunday is the one Sunday closure (pharmacy counter closed even though parent Meijer supercenter stays open with regular hours; plan Rx refills before Saturday). Sunday-morning prescription transfers and refills are typically available through the Meijer Pharmacy mobile app even before the in-store counter opens at 10:00 AM.
Find a Meijer Pharmacy store near me
Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official Meijer Pharmacy store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.
Meijer Pharmacy hours - frequently asked questions
What time does Meijer Pharmacy open today?
Most Meijer Pharmacy locations open at 9:00 AM Monday through Friday and Saturday, and at 10:00 AM Sunday. The parent Meijer supercenter typically opens at 6:00 AM (3 to 4 hours before the pharmacy counter), so customers can shop the rest of the supercenter before the pharmacy opens. Use the locator below to confirm the open time at your specific Meijer Pharmacy.
What time does Meijer Pharmacy close?
Most Meijer Pharmacy locations close at 9:00 PM Monday through Friday, 7:00 PM Saturday, and 6:00 PM Sunday. The pharmacy counter typically closes 2 to 5 hours before the parent Meijer supercenter closes (parent runs 6am-11pm at most stores; some 24-hour at urban-market locations). Last prescription drop-off and consultation typically 5 to 10 minutes before posted close.
What time is Meijer Pharmacy lunch break?
Most Meijer Pharmacy locations close for a 30-minute pharmacist lunch break typically 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM Monday through Saturday. The lunch break is required: the licensed pharmacist on duty takes a state-mandated meal break and the pharmacy counter closes during the window because no prescriptions can be dispensed without a licensed pharmacist on duty. The exact lunch-break window varies slightly by individual store. Sunday hours are short enough that some Meijer Pharmacy locations skip the lunch break Sunday.
Is Meijer Pharmacy open on Sunday?
Yes, with short hours. Most Meijer Pharmacy locations open Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, an 8-hour window that is shorter than the parent Meijer supercenter's Sunday hours. Some Meijer Pharmacy locations skip the lunch break on Sunday given the shorter shift. Easter Sunday is the one Sunday closure (pharmacy counter closed even though the parent supercenter stays open with regular hours).
Is Meijer Pharmacy open on Christmas Day?
No. The Meijer Pharmacy counter is closed Christmas Day chain-wide; the parent Meijer supercenter is also closed Christmas Day (one of the few days Meijer is fully closed). Christmas Eve runs reduced 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM hours at most pharmacies. The pharmacy reopens December 26 with full Saturday hours.
Is Meijer Pharmacy open on Thanksgiving?
No. The Meijer Pharmacy counter is closed Thanksgiving Day chain-wide even though the parent Meijer supercenter typically stays open with reduced 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM hours. Day-After-Thanksgiving (Black Friday) reopens with full 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM pharmacy hours.
What free prescriptions does Meijer Pharmacy offer?
Meijer Pharmacy operates one of the most generous free-generic-prescription programs in US pharmacy retail (the program started 2006 as one of the first major US pharmacy free-Rx initiatives). The current free-Rx list typically includes: common generic antibiotics (amoxicillin, cephalexin, ciprofloxacin, sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, others), metformin (the most-prescribed Type 2 diabetes medication), atorvastatin (generic Lipitor for cholesterol), and prenatal vitamins with a valid prescription. The free Rx requires a valid prescription from a doctor and is available regardless of insurance status; no Meijer mPerks membership is required for the free program (though mPerks membership unlocks additional savings on other prescriptions). Specific free-medication eligibility varies; ask at the local Meijer Pharmacy or check meijer.com for the current free-Rx list. This program is distinctive vs sibling supermarket pharmacies; no other major in-store grocery pharmacy matches Meijer's free-generic program at this scale.
How does mPerks work with Meijer Pharmacy?
mPerks is the free Meijer customer loyalty program; prescription purchases at Meijer Pharmacy earn mPerks points alongside grocery and general-merchandise purchases under the same mPerks account. Members earn $5 in mPerks rewards for every 5 prescriptions filled (program details may vary), plus access to digital coupons, weekly personalized offers, and birthday rewards. Sign-up is free at any Meijer or at mperks.meijer.com. The same mPerks account works across all Meijer departments including pharmacy.
What vaccines does Meijer Pharmacy offer?
Meijer Pharmacy offers a full vaccine menu at most locations: flu shots (annual seasonal flu plus high-dose flu for 65-plus), COVID-19 (mRNA boosters and Novavax), shingles (Shingrix two-dose), pneumonia (Pneumovax 23 and Prevnar 20), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis), HPV (Gardasil 9), MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), varicella (chickenpox), hepatitis A and B, meningitis (Menactra), and travel vaccines at selected locations. Walk-in is available for most vaccines; appointment booking through the Meijer mobile app or pharmacy website gives faster service. Most insurance plans cover vaccines at $0 copay.
Are Meijer Pharmacy hours different from the parent Meijer supercenter hours?
Yes. The Meijer Pharmacy counter typically opens 3 to 4 hours after the parent Meijer supercenter opens (9:00 AM pharmacy weekdays vs 6:00 AM supercenter; 10:00 AM Sunday pharmacy vs 6:00 AM Sunday supercenter) and closes 2 to 5 hours before the parent store closes (9:00 PM weekday pharmacy vs 11:00 PM weekday supercenter). The pharmacy also closes 30 minutes for the daily pharmacist lunch break (1:30 PM to 2:00 PM typical) while the rest of the store stays open. On holidays the pharmacy is more likely to close than the parent store: Thanksgiving and Easter Sunday pharmacy closed but parent supercenter open with reduced hours.
Where is the nearest Meijer Pharmacy?
Use the locator below or visit meijer.com/pharmacy and enter your ZIP code to find the nearest Meijer Pharmacy, including current hours, lunch-break window, vaccine availability, and free-generic-prescription availability. The chain operates only in the 6-state Midwest Meijer footprint (Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, and Wisconsin); shoppers in other states do not have a nearby Meijer Pharmacy.
Meijer Pharmacy customer service: 1-877-708-1611 - call to confirm hours or ask questions.
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Last verified: May 2026 against Meijer Pharmacy's official store locator and press releases.
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