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The Thanksgiving holiday will bring a number of store closings, but while some open on the holiday for early Black Friday shopping, others will stay closed the entire day.
Some stores still remain open for the holiday, and others may operate on a modified schedule.
Here’s a list of which stores are open and closed on Thanksgiving:
Open
- Angelo Caputo’s Fresh Market: Closing at 5 p.m.
- Bass Pro Shops: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Big Lots: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Butera Market: Stores open until at least 4 p.m.
- Cabela’s: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Cermak Fresh Market: Hours vary by location
- CVS: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Dollar General: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Family Dollar: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Jewel-Osco: All stores open; hours vary by location
- Kroger: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Marianos: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Meijer: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Strack & Van Til: Stores close at 3 p.m.
- Tony’s Fresh Market: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Walgreens (24-hour locations will be open, all others will be closed)
- Whole Foods: Many stores operating on modified hours
Closed
- ALDI
- Athlete
- Banana Republic
- Best Buy
- Costco
- Gap
- Home Depot
- HomeGoods
- JcPenney
- IKEA
- Kohl’s
- Lowe’s
- Macy’s
- Marshalls
- Michaels
- Nordstrom
- Old Navy
- PetSmart
- Publix
- Sam’s Club
- T.J. Maxx
- Target
- Trader Joe’s
- Ulta Beauty
- Walmart
Mall shopping hours
Many malls will remain closed for Thanksgiving. For a roundup of Black Friday shopping hours at malls across the Chicago area, click here.
What else is closed for Thanksgiving?
Post offices: The post office is closed on Thanksgiving with no regular mail service.
UPS and FedEx: UPS and FedEx will be closed for Thanksgiving with no pickup or delivery service. Most locations will also be closed Thursday and some may have modified hours the Wednesday before. Locations should reopen for Black Friday.
Banks: Most banks will close for Thanksgiving as it is a federal holiday. Online banking, mobile banking and ATMs may remain available.
DMVs: Thanksgiving and Black Friday are both considered state holidays in Illinois, so most DMVs will likely be closed both days. Still, some Secretary of State offices “operate on different schedules.” Drivers are urged to check each location for the most accurate hours. You can do so using the office’s Facility Finder.
Garbage pickup: Garbage and recycling will not be picked up on Thanksgiving Day.
## World Today News Presents: Thanksgiving Shopping & Closure Guide
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News! Today, we dive into the annual debate: Open or closed on Thanksgiving? We’re joined by two guests with unique perspectives on this topic. First, we have **[Guest 1 Name & Title]**, a retail analyst who closely follows consumer trends and shopping behaviors. Secondly, we welcome **[Guest 2 Name & Title]**, a spokesperson for a local community organization focused on worker welfare and family traditions.
**Section 1: The Changing Landscape of Thanksgiving Shopping**
* **Interviewer:** As we see from the list, many stores have adopted a nuanced approach to Thanksgiving Day operations, some remaining closed while others choose to open with modified hours. What are the driving forces behind these shifts in tradition, [Guest 1]?
* **Interviewer:** Looking beyond just retail, we see that essential services like post offices, banks, and DMVs are closed on Thanksgiving. [Guest 2], how do these closures impact working families and individuals, particularly during a time that often involves travel and gathering?
**Section 2: Perspectives on Thanksgiving Day Commerce**
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 1], for shoppers looking for early Black Friday deals, what are some factors they should consider when deciding whether to brave the crowds on Thanksgiving Day?
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 2], many argue that Thanksgiving should be a day dedicated to family and gratitude, free from commercial pressures. How can we ensure that worker rights and family time are respected during this holiday season?
**Section 3: Balancing Commerce and Tradition**
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 1], what potential long-term impact could the continuing trend of shifting Thanksgiving opening hours have on the retail landscape and consumer culture?
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 2], how can communities and organizations work together to create a Thanksgiving experience that honors the spirit of the holiday while still recognizing the economic realities of modern life?
**Closing:**
* **Interviewer:** Thank you both for sharing your insights on this complex issue. As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s important to reflect on the values we prioritize and how our choices impact both our communities and the individuals who keep our society running.
(Concluding remarks and call to action: encouraging viewers to share their perspectives and join the conversation online.)
