Yes, many stores are open on Thanksgiving, but usually with reduced hours and it depends heavily on the chain and your location.
Types of stores usually open
- Grocery stores: Many locations of chains such as Kroger (and its family brands like Ralphs, Fred Meyer, King Soopers), Food Lion, Whole Foods, Wegmans, Albertsons/Safeway, Vons, and some regional chains open with shortened hours, often closing by early or late afternoon.
- Convenience stores and gas stations: 7‑Eleven, Circle K, Wawa, Sheetz, QuikTrip and similar brands are typically open, many 24/7 as usual.
- Pharmacies: Many CVS and Walgreens locations (especially 24‑hour stores) stay open, though pharmacy counters may have limited hours.
- Coffee and dollar stores: Many Starbucks, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and some other discount retailers open with modified hours.
Stores commonly closed
- Most big‑box and department stores, including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Costco, and many malls, stay closed on Thanksgiving and reopen early on Black Friday.
How to check your local options
Because hours vary by city and even by individual store, the safest steps are:
- Search your specific store’s website or app for holiday hours.
- Call the exact location you plan to visit to confirm they are open and until what time.
