Illinois Costco Just Limited Who Gets in Before 10 a.m.

What if getting up early in the morning isn't worth it at Costco anymore?

That's because starting today, September 2, Costco is enforcing a new policy, saying only Executive members who pay the $130 a year fee will be allowed in at 9 a.m.

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What Changed at Costco Membership Hours

That means we, as regular Gold Star members, are left in the cold until 10. What I'm saying is, if you got up early without the Executive Club Card, you ain't getting in early.

We already know Loves Park Costco is a madhouse first thing in the morning. If you don't believe me, watch Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome to get a good idea of what the parking lot is like. To put it another way, when the new rule takes effect, the chaos at 9 will be minimal, but it will be on like Donkey Kong by 10.

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Executive vs. Gold Star: What You Get for $65 More

So whose fault is it? Is Costco greedy, or should we just buck up the extra $65 and become Executive Club members? Besides the early hours, they also receive 2% back on most purchases made, as well as additional discounts on travel, vehicles, and insurance.

Will Illinois Shoppers Upgrade for Early Entry?

If you visit Costco solely for the rotisserie chicken or the concession stand hot dogs, it might be worth your money.

Which team do you belong to, Gold Star or Executive Club?