Signs for the future Trader Joe's grocery store at Tomoka Town Center in Daytona Beach are now visible on the exterior of the building at 1511 Cornerstone Blvd. on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.

Thanksgiving is here, which means people who are hosting the holiday festivities at their home this year are likely already preparing to receive guests.

The good news for those in charge of the cooking this year is that some grocery stores will be open if you forget to grab something and need to make a last-minute trip.

While some companies, like Walmart, Target, and Publix will be closed on Thanksgiving, others, such as Food Lion, Whole Foods, and Harris Teeter will be open under adjusted hours. Wholesalers like Costco and Sam's Club will also be closed on the holiday.

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 told USA TODAY. Walmart stores will open at 6 a.m. local time on Black Friday, however.

Is Costco open on Thanksgiving?

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

Is Kroger open on Thanksgiving?

According to Kroger's website, most stores will be open on Thanksgiving but will close early at 4 p.m. local time. Pharmacies will be closed.

Store hours can vary by location, so customers are encouraged to check the store locator tool on Kroger.com for specific hours for their nearest store.

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 Sam's Club open on Thanksgiving?

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

Is Food Lion open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, all Food Lion stores will be open on Thanksgiving; however, closing times vary by location. The company told USA TODAY that pharmacies will be closed.

All stores except locations in Roanoke, Lynchburg, Blacksburg, and Charlottesville, Virginia, will close at 3 p.m. local time. Stores in those four regions will close at 4 p.m.

Is Target open on Thanksgiving?

No, Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Publix open on Thanksgiving?

No, Publix stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company 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 Thursday, Nov. 27, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Aldi open on Thanksgiving?

Aldi stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson 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?

Yes, Wegman's stores will be open on Thanksgiving, and most locations will close at 4 p.m. local time on the holiday, the company told USA TODAY.

Are Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket open on Thanksgiving?

No, all Harveys Supermarkets and Winn-Dixie grocery and liquor stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson confirmed to 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 told USA TODAY.

Is Lidl open on Thanksgiving?

Lidl stores will be closed on Nov. 27, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Giant Eagle open on Thanksgiving?

Giant Eagle supermarkets will be open on Thanksgiving; however, stores will close at 3 p.m., a company spokesperson told 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 Gdhauari@gannett.com.

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