Which grocery stores are open, closed on Thanksgiving? Here's what to know

Halloween has come and gone, which means Thanksgiving is the next major holiday on the calendar. And, people who are hosting this holiday season are likely already preparing to receive guests.

Consumers are in luck this year, as there will be plenty of grocery stores open on Thanksgiving if you need to make a last-minute trip to the store to grab an ingredient.

While some companies, like Costco and Target, will be closed on Thanksgiving, others, such as Meijer, Food Lion, and Whole Foods, will be open, albeit with limited operating hours. In addition to Costco, other wholesalers such as Sam's Club and BJ's will also be closed.

Here's what you need to know about grocery stores on Thanksgiving, including whether they'll be open and their hours.

When is Thanksgiving 2025?

Thanksgiving is on Thursday, Nov. 27, this year.

Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving?

No, Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Kroger open on Thanksgiving?

The company told USA TODAY that hours vary from division to division. Most stores in the Kroger family will be open on Thanksgiving, but will close early.

The Kroger family of stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler, Smith’s Food and Drug.

Is Target open on Thanksgiving?

Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, according to the company's website.

Is Costco open on Thanksgiving?

No, Costco warehouses will be closed on Thanksgiving, according to the company's website.

Is Sam's Club open on Thanksgiving?

Sam's Club warehouses will be closed on Thanksgiving, according to the company's website.

Is BJ's Wholesale Club open on Thanksgiving?

BJ's warehouses will be closed on Nov. 27, the company said in a news release on Oct. 30.

Is Food Lion open on Thanksgiving?

All Food Lion stores will close at 3 p.m. local time on Thanksgiving, except for stores in four Virginia regions – Roanoke, Lynchburg, Blacksburg, and Charlottesville. Stores in those regions will close at 4 p.m.

All Food Lion pharmacies will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Publix open on Thanksgiving?

All Publix stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Meijer open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, Meijer stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.

Is Whole Foods open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, all Whole Foods stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY, with the exception of those located in Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island. Stores in those three states will be closed on the holiday.

Is Trader Joe's open on Thanksgiving?

No, Trader Joe's stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Aldi open on Thanksgiving?

Aldi stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Harris Teeter open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, Harris Teeter stores will be open on the holiday; however, stores will close at 2 p.m., the company told USA TODAY. The company's pharmacies will be closed.

Is Wegman's open on Thanksgiving?

Most Wegmans stores will close at 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to check with their local store for their specific holiday hours.

Are Harveys Supermarkets and Winn-Dixie open on Thanksgiving?

All Harveys Supermarkets and Winn-Dixie grocery and liquor stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.

Is Sprouts Farmers Market open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, Sprouts stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Lidl open on Thanksgiving?

No, Lidl stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Giant Eagle open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, Giant Eagle stores will be open on Thanksgiving and will close at 3 p.m. local time, the company confirmed to USA TODAY. Pharmacies will be closed.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].