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Thanksgiving is almost here, which means holiday sale season is near and your favorite retailer might have a deal or discount you can take advantage of.
If you need a new outfit to wear for Thanksgiving dinner or some new tablecloths or decorations to spice up your dining room, it may be a good idea to plan ahead as most national retailers will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 this year.
Most of those same retailers, however, will be opening early on Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year.
Here’s what you need to know about retailers and whether or not they will be open on Thursday, Nov. 27 this year. Hours are displayed for the companies that provided them.
When is Thanksgiving 2025?
Thanksgiving is on Thursday, Nov. 27 this year.
Is Target open on Thanksgiving?
Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, according to the company’s website.
Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving?
No, Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY. Walmart stores will open at 6 a.m. local time on Black Friday, however.
Is Best Buy open on Thanksgiving?
According to the company’s website, Best Buy stores will be closed on Thanksgiving.
Is JCPenney open on Thanksgiving?
No, JCPenney stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY. Stores will open at 5 a.m. local time on Black Friday, and closing times will vary by location.
Is Nordstrom open on Thanksgiving?
No, Nordstorm stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY. However, stores will be opening early and staying open late on Black Friday, with extended weekend hours as well.
Store hours vary by location, so Nordstrom recommends customers check the company website for specific information regarding their local store’s holiday hours.
Are Home Depot, Lowe’s, or Ace Hardware open on Thanksgiving?
Home Depot and Lowe’s stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the companies confirmed to USA TODAY. Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated; however, most stores will also be closed on Thanksgiving.
Is REI open on Thanksgiving?
No, REI stores will be closed on both Thanksgiving and Black Friday, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Burlington open on Thanksgiving?
No, Burlington stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Belk open on Thanksgiving?
No, Belk stores will be closed on Thanksgiving. However, stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Black Friday, the company told USA TODAY, while outlet stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Is Sephora open on Thanksgiving?
Each Sephora location has different hours based on their region and/or mall-mandated hours, the company told USA TODAY. Customers can use the company’s store locator to find specific store hours.
Is IKEA open on Thanksgiving?
No, IKEA stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Are Office Depot and OfficeMax open on Thanksgiving?
No, both Office Depot and OfficeMax will be closed on Thanksgiving.
Are PetSmart and PetCo open on Thanksgiving?
Both PetCo and PetSmart will be closed on Thanksgiving, the companies told USA TODAY.
This story has been updated to remove hours for one retailer.
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.
