By Peter.
Thanksgiving Day (November 27, 2025) means many banks and post offices are closed, but several grocery, retail, and restaurant chains remain accessible with adjusted hours for last-minute needs. Note: Hours can vary by location—always call ahead or check apps for confirmation. Walmart is closed nationwide this year.
Open Grocery Stores
| Store | Hours on Thanksgiving |
|---|---|
| Kroger | Most close at 4 p.m. (varies by location) |
| Food Lion | Varies by location |
| Meijer | 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Whole Foods | 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (closed in MA, ME, RI) |
| Harris Teeter | Close at 2 p.m. |
| Wegmans | Close at 4 p.m. |
| Sprouts Farmers Market | 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
| Giant Eagle | Close at 3 p.m. |
Closed Grocery Stores
- Costco
- Sam’s Club
- Target
- Publix
- Trader Joe’s
- Aldi
- Winn-Dixie
- Lidl
Open Retail Stores
| Store | Hours on Thanksgiving |
|---|---|
| Bass Pro Shop | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Cabela’s | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
Closed Retail Stores
- Target
- Best Buy
- Kohl’s
- Macy’s
- TJ Maxx
- Marshall’s
- HomeGoods
- JCPenney
- Nordstrom
- Home Depot
- Lowe’s
- Ace Hardware
- Barnes & Noble
- REI
- Burlington
- Belk
- American Eagle
- Sephora
- Victoria’s Secret
- IKEA
- Staples
- Office Depot
- OfficeMax
- PetSmart
- Petco
- Tractor Supply Company
Safe travels and happy Thanksgiving—plan ahead to avoid surprises!
