On Thanksgiving Day, many stores across the United States will close in observance of the federal holiday. Here’s a look at what’s open and what’s closed on Nov. 28, and a travel forecast from AAA auto club experts.
Retailers
- Target: All Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. They will reopen on Black Friday, Nov. 29, with extended hours starting at 6 a.m.
- Costco: All Costco warehouses will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will reopen on Black Friday, Nov. 29, operating during regular business hours.
- Walmart: Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will reopen on Black Friday at 6 a.m. local time.
- Macy’s: Macy’s stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will reopen with extended hours on Black Friday, operating from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Sam’s Club warehouses will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. They will reopen on Black Friday, Nov. 29, with adjusted hours.
Grocery Stores
- Whole Foods: Most Whole Foods stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., except for locations in Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island, which will be closed.
- Aldi: All Aldi stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. They will reopen on Black Friday, typically operating from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., though exact hours may vary by location.
- Trader Joe’s: All Trader Joe’s stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, in observance of the federal holiday. They will reopen on Black Friday, with hours varying by location.
- Food Lion: All Food Lion stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day, though closing times may vary by location. The company advises customers to check in-store signage or visit its website for specific holiday hours at their local store.
- Wegmans: Wegmans stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day but with limited hours. For example, the Brooklyn location in New York will close at 4 p.m. instead of its usual 11 p.m. schedule. Opening and closing times may vary by location, so customers are encouraged to check with their local store.
- Starbucks: Starbucks will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but holiday hours may vary by location. While typical hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., customers are advised to check with their local store for specific opening and closing times.
Pharmacies
- CVS: CVS stores will close early on Thanksgiving. Customers are advised to call their local store or check the CVS Pharmacy website for specific store and pharmacy hours.
- Walgreens: Most Walgreens stores will be closed on Thanksgiving. Check your local store for more information.
Travel
The Thanksgiving weekend, with schools closed on Thursday and Friday, is among the busiest times of the year for traveling.AAA projects that a record 79.9 million people will travel over 50 miles, including for the first time, on the Tuesday before and Monday after Thanksgiving. This marks an increase of 1.7 million travelers from last year and 2 million more than in 2019.
Tips for Travelers:
- Plan ahead: Given the high volume of travelers, plan your route and accommodations in advance.
- Check store hours: If you need to shop on Thanksgiving Day, verify store hours as they may vary by location.
- Stay informed: Monitor traffic and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
Banks and Stock Market
- U.S. stock markets and banks are closed on Thursday; however, markets will reopen on Friday for a shortened trading day, wrapping up at 1 p.m. ET.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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