Last Minute Shopping? Here’s What Stores Are Open on Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day 2025 falls on November 27, and while many major retailers have chosen to close their doors to give employees time with family, several stores remain open for those emergency runs or last-minute needs. Whether you've forgotten the cranberry sauce or need batteries for the kids' toys, options are available—but expect limited hours and potential variations by location. Always check your local store's website or call ahead to confirm, especially in states like Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, where laws may restrict openings.
Below, I've compiled a list of stores confirmed open today, categorized for ease. This information is based on recent reports from reliable sources.
Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving
Many grocery chains are operating with reduced hours to accommodate holiday shoppers. Here's a rundown:
| Store | Hours (Local Time) | Notes |
|--------------------|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| ACME Markets | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Pharmacies may be closed or adjusted. Check local store.
| Albertsons | 6 a.m. – 3/4 p.m. | Varies by location; pharmacies may be closed. |
| Central Market | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Pharmacies closed; curbside and delivery available early. |
| Food Lion | 7 a.m. – 3/4 p.m. | Closes early; pharmacies closed. Varies by region. |
| Giant Eagle | Until 3 p.m. | Pharmacies closed. |
| Giant Food | 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Pharmacies 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (some close at 4 p.m.);
gas stations until 4 p.m. |
| Hannaford | Varies (select open) | Call ahead for details. |
| Harris Teeter | Until 2 p.m. | Pharmacies closed. |
| H-E-B | 6 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Pharmacies closed; curbside and delivery early. |
| Jewel-Osco | Modified hours | Pharmacies may be adjusted. |
| Joe V’s Smart Shop| 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Limited details; check local. |
| Kroger (incl. affiliates like Fred Meyer, Ralphs)| Until 4/5 p.m. (varies) | Pharmacies closed; includes Baker’s, Dillons, Fry’s, etc. |
| Meijer | 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Standard across locations. |
| Mi Tienda | 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Check local store. |
| Pick ‘n Save | Varying hours | Check pharmacy details. |
| Safeway | Modified hours | Pharmacies may be adjusted. |
| Sprouts Farmers Market | 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Consistent hours. |
| Stop and Shop | 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Closed in MA and RI; pharmacies closed. |
| Tom Thumb | Modified hours | Pharmacies may be adjusted. |
| Vons | Modified hours | Pharmacies may be adjusted. |
| Wegmans | Until 4 p.m. | Some MA locations close earlier; verify locally. |
| Whole Foods | 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Closed in MA, ME, RI; some extended pre-holiday hours. |
Retail and Dollar Stores Open on Thanksgiving
For non-food items, these options are handy:
| Store | Hours (Local Time) | Notes
|--------------------|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Bass Pro Shops | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Outdoor gear specialists. |
| Big Lots | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Deals on home goods and more. |
| Cabela's | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Similar to Bass Pro. |
| Dollar General | Varies | Open for essentials; check locally. |
| Dollar Tree | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Budget-friendly items. |
Pharmacies and Convenience Stores Open on Thanksgiving
If you need medications or quick snacks:
**CVS**: Many locations open with possible reduced hours; call ahead.
**Walgreens**: 24-hour locations and pharmacies open; others closed.
**7-Eleven**: Most open 24/7, some with adjusted hours.
**Other Convenience (e.g., Casey's, Cumberland Farms, Wawa)**: Normal or modified hours; varies by chain.
Major Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
For context, big names like Walmart, Target, Costco, Sam's Club, Best Buy, Home Depot, Macy's, and Trader Joe's are closed today. This trend continues as retailers prioritize employee well-being.
Happy Thanksgiving—shop safely and enjoy the day! If you're planning Black Friday deals, many stores reopen early tomorrow.
