As Thanksgiving approaches, many Americans are preparing for the joyous holiday filled with family gatherings and home-cooked meals. However, not everyone is perfectly prepared. Fortunately, several grocery chains will offer limited hours on Thanksgiving Day, ensuring last-minute shoppers can still find what they need.
Which Grocery Stores Are Open?
According to various sources, several grocery store chains will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Here’s a list of some stores where shoppers can find provisions:
- Stop and Shop (most locations)
- Wegmans
- Vons
- Whole Foods
- Shaws
- Save A Lot
- Safeway
- Ralphs
- Kroger
Many of these stores may have adjusted holiday hours, so it’s wise to check local listings.
Important Closure Announcements
Not all chains will be operating on Thanksgiving. Notably, both Walmart and Target will remain closed on the holiday. Target made a permanent move to close on Thanksgiving to allow employees to spend time with their families. Walmart echoed this sentiment by announcing that, ‘Thanksgiving is a special day, and we want our store associates to have the chance to spend it with their families and loved ones.’
What About Whole Foods and Kroger?
Whole Foods will have some locations open, though it is suggested to verify specific store hours ahead of time. Likewise, Kroger’s operating hours may vary by location, with some stores closing early.
