Thanksgiving 2023: What¡¯s Open And Closed On Thanksgiving In USA? Check Full List

Thanksgiving Day 2023: As America celebrates Thanksgiving on Thursday, most government offices and many private businesses will be closed. In this festivities, some stores stay open all day long on Thanksgiving Day, while others just open their doors at night. When that happens, Black Friday basically turns into Black Thursday and Friday.

And while many stores will be staying closed on Thanksgiving Day, there are quite a few that will open at some point during the day.

The debate over whether stores should open on Thanksgiving evening for early holiday shopping has been a contentious one for several years. Proponents of this practice argue that it provides consumers with more shopping opportunities and can boost the economy. However, opponents contend that it infringes upon employees' time with their families and disrupts the traditional Thanksgiving holiday.

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Thanksgiving 2023: What¡¯s Open And Closed On Thanksgiving In USA? Check Full List

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving 2023?

The trend of stores opening on Thanksgiving evening gained momentum in the late 2000s and early 2010s, with many major retailers opting to extend their Black Friday sales into the holiday itself. This decision was driven by a desire to capture more holiday spending and capitalize on the growing popularity of online shopping.

However, as the practice became more widespread, a backlash emerged among consumers and employees. Many people expressed concern that the encroachment of commercialism into Thanksgiving was eroding the sanctity of the holiday and prioritizing profit over family time. Additionally, retail employees began to voice their opposition to working on Thanksgiving, often with little notice or compensation. Here's a look at what will be open and closed on Thursday:

Grocery stores open on Thanksgiving 2023

Here¡¯s a rundown of some of the country¡¯s biggest grocery store chains and if they are open on Thanksgiving:

1. Albertsons: Most stores will have adjusted hours.
2. ACME: Most stores will have adjusted hours.
3. Vons: Most stores will have adjusted hours.
4. Sprouts Farmers Market: Open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
5. Tom Thumb: Most stores will have adjusted hours.
6. Ralphs: All stores will be open on Thanksgiving, though most will close at 10 p.m. Pharmacies will be closed on Thanksgiving.
7. Meijer: Open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
8. Jewel-Osco: Most stores will have adjusted hours.
9. Whole Foods: Most stores will be open with adjusted hours
10. Safeway: Most stores will have adjusted hours.

Grocery stores closed on Thanksgiving 2023

Thanksgiving 2023: FAQs

Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving?

Walmart will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Is Target open on Thanksgiving?

Target will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Is Costco open on Thanksgiving?

Costco will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Is CVS open on Thanksgiving?

CVS Pharmacy will be closing all non-24-hour locations early on Thanksgiving. You can call your local store or check store and pharmacy hours on the CVS Pharmacy website.

Is Walgreens open on Thanksgiving?

Most Walgreens locations will be closed on Thanksgiving for the first time. However, nearly all 700 Walgreens 24-hour locations will remain open.

Is Kroger open on Thanksgiving?

Most Kroger stores will close in the early evening on Thanksgiving. You can check your local store¡¯s hours here.

Is Publix open on Thanksgiving?

All Publix stores and pharmacies will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Is Sam¡¯s Club open on Thanksgiving?

All Sam¡¯s Clubs will be closed on Thanksgiving.

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