Thanksgiving Retail: Who’s Open and Who’s Closed?

As the holiday season kicks into high gear, many of us are plotting out our shopping strategies. Deciding which stores to hit up for deals and figuring out the best times to shop are all part of the holiday routine. While most retailers are known for extending their hours to accommodate the holiday rush, Thanksgiving Day itself often sees a mix of open and closed doors.

It’s a tradition for many retail employees to get some well-deserved downtime on Thanksgiving, particularly since the following day — Black Friday — is one of the busiest shopping days of the year. However, there are still a few retailers that keep their doors open for those last-minute Turkey Day needs.

Stores Closed on Thanksgiving Day

With a focus on providing their employees with a chance to enjoy the holiday with their families, many major retailers have continued the recent trend of closing their doors on Thanksgiving Day. If you’re planning to shop at any of the following stores, you’ll want to plan around their Thanksgiving closures:

• Apple stores (closed 2022)
• Best Buy
• Costco
• Dick’s Sporting Goods (closed 2022)
• Home Depot
• Kohl’s
• Lowe’s
• Macy’s
• Michaels (closed 2022)
• REI
• Sam’s Club
• Target
• T.J.Maxx (closed 2022)
• Ulta (closed 2022)
• Walmart

Stores Open on Thanksgiving Day

While many retailers choose to close their doors on Thanksgiving Day, there are still a handful that stay open for those of us who need to pick up last-minute items or simply prefer to start the holiday shopping season early.

However, be aware that these stores may not maintain their regular hours on Thanksgiving Day. It’s always a good idea to check the specific hours for your local store before heading out. Here are some of the retailers planning to open on Thanksgiving Day:

• CVS (open 2022)
• Dollar General
• Kroger
• Meijer
• Walgreens
• Whole Foods

Whether your Thanksgiving Day involves a family feast, some strategic shopping, or both, it’s essential to plan ahead. This includes knowing both the holiday hours of your favorite stores and which ones will be giving their employees the day off.