From department stores to grocery stores, most retailers across the U.S. close early on Thursday Eve and shut their doors entirely on Thursday — while others opt to cut back hours. But there’s also a handful of businesses that will be open during the holiday.
Before you run out the door this Thursday — whether it’s to buy last-minute gifts or simply get out of the house — it’s wise to double-check operating hours, which can differ depending on their location. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood.
Here’s a rundown of major chains' plans.
- Publix: Closed Thursday.
- Walmart: Closed Thursday and reopening at 6 a.m. Friday.
- Target: Closed on Thursday and reopen at 7 a.m. Friday.
- Costco: All warehouses in the U.S. are closed Thursday.
- CVS: Many locations will have modified hours on Thursday. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or check local hours online.
- Walgreens: Open Thursday, but pharmacy hours may vary. All 24-hour locations will continue to remain open. Check local hours here.
- Starbucks: Many locations will be closed Thursday, while some may have limited hours. Check ahead online.
- McDonald’s: Many locations in the U.S. are open on holidays like Thursday, but hours vary by location. Consumers can use the chain’s online store locator to confirm.
- Kroger: Closed on Thursday and will resume regular hours Friday.
- Albertsons: Closed on Thursday, but there will also be locations that remain open with adjusted hours. Select pharmacies may also be closed or have different hours.
- ALDI: Closed Thursday.
- Harris Teeter: Closed Thursday.
- Home Depot: Closed Thursday.
- Ikea: Closed Thursday.
- Lowe’s: Closed Thursday.
- Macy’s: Closed Thursday.
- Rite Aid: Closed Thursday.
- Sam’s Club: Closed Thursday.
- Sprouts: Closed Thursday.
- Trader Joe’s: Stores are closed.
- Whole Foods: Closed Thursday.
- Safeway: Many stores closed Thursday, but there will also be some locations open with adjusted hours.
- 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24/7 (including Thursday), but some locations’ hours can vary.
