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Thanksgiving is here, and whether you are looking for some last-minute groceries, a quick cup of coffee, or an outfit for your Thanksgiving gathering, consumers will have some shopping options on the holiday.
While some grocery stores, restaurants and national retailers like Walmart and Target, will be closed on Nov. 27 in observance of the holiday, others like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Kroger, and Whole Foods will remain open, albeit some with adjusted hours.
Banks, post offices, shipping services, and the stock market will also be closed on Thanksgiving.
Here’s everything you need to know about what’s open and closed on Thursday, Nov. 27. It’s best to check with your local store or restaurant online before leaving home, as hours and closures can vary by location.
When is Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is on Thursday, Nov. 27, this year.
Is the post office open on Thanksgiving? Will mail be delivered?
The U.S. Postal Service will not be delivering mail on Thursday, Nov. 27, nor will retail services be available, the agency told USA TODAY. Mail delivery and retail services will resume their normal operations on Friday.
Are banks open on Thanksgiving?
Branches of Bank of America, Truist, PNC, Capital One, Wells Fargo, Citibank, JPMorgan Chase, and other banks will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 in observance of Thanksgiving.
Banks will reopen under their regular operating hours on Black Friday.
Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving?
All Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving.
Is Target open on Thanksgiving?
No, all Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving.
Are Costco and Sam’s Club open on Thanksgiving?
Both Costco and Sam’s Club will be closed on Thanksgiving this year.
Are hardware stores, like Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Ace Hardware, open on Thanksgiving?
- All Home Depot and Lowe’s stores will be closed on Thanksgiving this year.
- Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. However, a majority of their stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY.
Are pharmacies, like CVS and Walgreens, open on Thanksgiving?
- CVS pharmacies will be open on Thanksgiving, although some locations may have reduced hours, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. The company encourages customers to call their local store before visiting or checking hours on CVS.com.
- Most Walgreens locations will be closed on Thanksgiving, according to the company’s website. 24-hour locations and pharmacies will remain open; however, non-24-hour locations will be closed. Customers are encouraged to call their nearest Walgreens location or use the store locator function on the company’s website to check for specific hours.
- Pharmacies inside Walmart, Costco, Kroger, Sam’s Club, Food Lion, and Target, among other grocery chains, will all be closed, the companies confirmed to USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to check their local stores’ pharmacy hours.
Are shipping services, like UPS and FedEx, open on Thanksgiving?
- UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on Thanksgiving, and UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company’s website. It is best to check with your local store for specific hours of operation. UPS Express Critical is available 365 days a year, according to the company. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit mnx.com.
- FedEx pickup and delivery services will also be unavailable, and FedEx Office locations will also be closed on Nov. 27. FedEx Custom Critical is also available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.
Is the stock market open on Thanksgiving?
United States stock markets will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and will close early on Friday, Nov. 28, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
The Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange will both be closed on Thanksgiving and will open on Nov. 28, but close early at 1 p.m. ET. The U.S. bond market will also be closed on Thursday and is scheduled to close at 2 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 28, according to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.
What retail stores are open and closed on Thanksgiving?
The following retail stores will be open on Thanksgiving. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
The following retail stores will be closed on Thanksgiving.
- Walmart
- 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
What grocery stores are open and closed on Thanksgiving?
Here is a list of grocery stores that will be open on Thanksgiving. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
- Kroger: Most stores will close at 4 p.m.; however, store closing times vary by location
- Food Lion: Closing times vary by location
- Meijer: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Whole Foods: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; stores in Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island will be closed
- Harris Teeter: Stores close at 2 p.m.
- Wegman’s: Stores close at 4 p.m.
- Sprouts Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Giant Eagle: Stores close at 3 p.m.
Here are a list of grocery stores that will be closed on Thanksgiving.
- Walmart
- Costco
- Sam’s Club
- Target
- Publix
- Trader Joe’s
- Aldi
- Winn-Dixie
- Lidl
What restaurants are open and closed on Thanksgiving?
Here is a list of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them.
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks; hours vary by location
- Dunkin’; hours vary by location
- Waffle House
- IHOP; hours vary by location
- Krispy Kreme; shops close at 2 p.m.
- Wendy’s; hours vary by location
- Burger King; hours vary by location
- Cracker Barrel
- Golden Corral; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Subway; hours vary by location
- Whataburger
- Fogo de Chão; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The following restaurant chains will be closed on Thanksgiving.
- Chick-fil-A
- Chipotle
- Shake Shack
- Taco Bell
- Raising Cane’s
- Firehouse Subs
- Cheesecake Factory; only locations in Hanover, Maryland and Las Vegas will remain open
- Texas Roadhouse
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
- First Watch
- Outback Steakhouse
- Carrabba’s Italian Grill
- Bonefish Grill
- Panera Bread
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.
