As Thanksgiving approaches, many Americans preparing their holiday meals may need to grab last-minute ingredients. However, varying holiday schedules for local grocery stores mean some may face challenges in finding that extra bag of cranberries or box of stuffing.
This year, several major retail and grocery chains will remain closed on Thanksgiving Day, including Target and Costco, which have confirmed they will not operate on November 27. Other retailers will have limited hours, so it is recommended to plan ahead.
On Thanksgiving, grocery stores with limited operating hours include:
– **Food Lion:** All locations will close at 3 p.m., with select Virginia locations closing at 4 p.m. All pharmacies will be closed on this day.
– **H-E-B:** Open from 6 a.m. until noon.
– **Kroger:** Will close at 12 p.m.
– **Stop and Shop:** Locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey will remain open until 3 p.m., while stores in Massachusetts and Rhode Island will be closed.
– **Wegmans:** Most stores will close by 4 p.m. and reopen at 6 a.m. on Black Friday.
– **Whole Foods:** Most stores will operate from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., but locations in Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island will not open.
Retailers not participating in Thanksgiving sales and remaining closed include Aldi, Trader Joe’s, Hy-Vee, and several others, including home improvement chains like Home Depot and IKEA.
For those looking for essential shopping options, some pharmacies, including CVS, will be open, although hours may vary. Dollar General locations generally operate with regular hours.
Fast food and restaurant options will also vary, with Burger King open, while Chick-fil-A, Subway, and many others will remain closed or operate with adjusted hours.
It’s important for shoppers to verify local store hours, as schedules can differ by location. As Thanksgiving is also a day for reflection and appreciation, retailers will resume regular hours the following day, marking the start of the holiday shopping season on Black Friday. This offers customers eager for deals a chance to start their festive shopping promptly.