Thanksgiving Day Store Closures: Who's Open or Closed in 2026?
Plan around Nov. 26 closures, short grocery hours, and 6 a.m. Black Friday reopenings near you.
Most large chain stores will stay closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026. Only supermarkets with short hours, drugstores, dollar stores, convenience stores and restaurants plan to stay open. Thanksgiving is the fourth Thursday of November and a federal holiday.
Federal offices, post offices and most banks close for the day, according to Bee Bulletin.
Verification note: Program terms and availability can change. This page was checked against linked sources on November 05, 2026.
Which major chains are closed?
Walmart Corporate says all U.S. stores will close on November 26 so associates can spend the holiday with families, continuing its post-2020 tradition, as detailed in Walmart's October holiday announcement. Target will also remain closed all day under its permanent Thanksgiving-closure policy adopted in 2021, according to CalendarHours.
Costco warehouses will close all day Thursday, one of its seven recurring annual warehouse closures, with online-only deals instead, according to CalendarHours. Sam's Club, ALDI, Lowe's, Best Buy and Kohl's are also reported closed, according to Bee Bulletin.
What about Home Depot?
Home Depot Corporate lists Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, 2026, as Closed on its 2026 holiday store-hours schedule for all U.S. stores, as shown in the company's holiday hours page. The listing covers every U.S.
location. That means home-improvement errands need to wait. Paint, hardware, tools and holiday decor will have to be bought early or after the holiday.
What stays open on Thanksgiving?
Open stores are mainly supermarkets with early closures, plus CVS, dollar stores, convenience stores and restaurants. Shoppers are advised to finish grocery runs by Wednesday, November 25, as described in Bee Bulletin's Thanksgiving hours update. Open grocers typically close by mid-afternoon.
That leaves little room for a late ingredient trip. Check the exact closing time for your nearby store before you leave.
How should you plan for Black Friday?
Affected shoppers can shop Black Friday, November 27, instead. Walmart and Home Depot plan to reopen at 6 a.m. local time.
Exact local hours can change. Verify the specific store before going.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Macy's be open on Thanksgiving 2026?
Macy's had closed in 2025 but had not announced 2026 hours as of early November, according to Bee Bulletin.
Can I still shop Costco online on Thanksgiving?
Yes. Costco warehouses close all day, but online-only deals remain available, according to CalendarHours.