Crafting the perfect Thanksgiving feast is kind of like creating art. You've got to make sure you have all the ingredients you need to make sure the year is a smashing success. It's a juggling act, too. Making sure the mashed potatoes don't come out too lumpy and the turkey doesn't burn is a lot to keep track of, no matter how many times you've done it. Not to mention keeping pumpkin pie substitute on hand in case you forget to restock in time for holiday baking to commence.
But let's face it. Whether you're a planner or a last-minute chef, there's always the chance that you'll need a last-ditch grocery visit on Thanksgiving itself. Imagine realizing there's not enough cream for your mashed potatoes or missing out on cranberries right before you're about to serve up a tasty Thanksgiving dinner. A grocery store could be just the thing that saves the day.
Your go-to grocer may not be available on Turkey Day, however. Festive favorite Trader Joe's will not be open on Thanksgiving in 2023. Superstore Walmart won't be open, either. Fortunately, there are a few grocery stores and shops that will be open during the holiday to make sure your family get-together doesn't flop. All else fails, there are plenty of restaurants that will remain open on Thanksgiving.
Read on for a list of all the grocery stores you'll be able to shop on Thanksgiving Day 2023.
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Putting together the ultimate Thanksgiving feast is like creating a masterpiece. You've gotta make sure you've got all the stuff you need to make the year a success. It's a bit of a juggling act, too. Trying to avoid lumpy mashed potatoes and preventing the turkey from turning into a crispy critter is a real challenge, no matter how many times you've tackled it. And, of course, there's always the backup plan of having a pumpkin pie substitute just in case you forget to restock in time for the big baking day.
But let's be real. Whether you're a super-organized planner or a last-minute kitchen hero, there's always a chance you might need a Hail Mary grocery run on Thanksgiving itself. Picture this: realizing you're short on cream for the mashed potatoes or forgetting the cranberries right when you're about to serve up a delicious Thanksgiving spread. That's where the grocery store swoops in to save the day.
However, your usual go-to grocery spot might not be an option on Turkey Day. Trader Joe's is taking the day off for Thanksgiving in 2023. Go-to superstore Walmart won't be open on Thanksgiving, either. But don't stress too much because there are a handful of other grocery stores and shops keeping their doors open, ensuring your family gathering doesn't turn into a flop. And if all else fails, there are plenty of restaurants staying open on Thanksgiving.
Keep reading for the lowdown on all the grocery spots you can hit up on Thanksgiving Day 2023.
All Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving Day 2023
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Just in case you do forget something, there are plenty of stores that you can journey out to. They'll likely be out of a ton of the Thanksgiving essentials, but it's always worth a look. Here's where you can expect to shop during the holiday.
- ACME: Open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving. All pharmacies will be closed.
- Albertsons: Store hours differ by location. Contact your local store.
- C-Town: Most locations will be open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact your local store.
- Cub Foods: Most will be open as usual on Thanksgiving, but some may close early. Contact your local store.
- Cumberland Farms: Open 24 hours.
- Fairway Market: Most locations will be open between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. Some may close earlier. Contact your local store.
- Food Lion: Most will be open regular hours, but some may close early. Contact your local store.
- The Fresh Market: Most locations will be open as usual, but some may close early. Contact your local store.
- Giant Food: They'll kick off at 6 a.m. but plan to wrap up earlier than usual.
- H.E.B.: Doors open at 6 a.m. and close at noon.
- IGA: Most stores will be open, but some will close early. Contact your local store.
- Kroger: Most stores will be open, but with reduced hours. Contact your local store.
- Martin's: Open, but likely with reduced hours. Contact your local store.
- Meijer: Open, but likely with reduced hours. Contact your local store.
- Piggly Wiggly: Most stores will be open, but some will close early. Contact your local store.
- Price Less Foods: Most stores will be open, but some will close early. Contact your local store.
- Ralphs: Most stores will open at 6 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Contact your local store.
- Safeway: Most stores will be open, but some will close early. Contact your local store.
- Save A Lot: Corporate-owned branches will be open, but some will be closed. Contact your local store.
- Shaws: Most stores will be open, but some will close early. Contact your local store.
- Sprouts Farmers Market: Open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Star Market: Most locations will close by 2 p.m.
- Stop & Shop: In Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey, expect modified hours. Some in Massachusetts and Rhode Island might stay closed. Call for specific details and hours.
- Vons: Most will be open with a different schedule. Contact your local store.
- Wawa: Most will remain open, and several will be 24 hours. Contact your local store.
- Wegmans: Most stores will be closing by 4 p.m. Contact your local store.
- Whole Foods: Open for business, but with varying schedules based on the location. Contact your local store.
All Grocery Stores Closed on Thanksgiving Day 2023
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Don't make any plans to hit up these retailers on Thanksgiving Day this year. They'll be completely closed to the public, with many opening up once more the following day to shoppers for Black Friday.
- Aldi
- Amigos
- BJ's Wholesale Club
- Costco
- Giant Eagle
- Hy-Vee
- Lidl
- Market Basket
- Market Street
- Publix
- Sam's Club
- Target
- Trader Joe's
- United Market
- Walmart
- Winn-Dixie
As always, it's best to double-check your local stores to confirm hours, but this should be a helpful guide for all of your holiday shopping needs leading up to Thanksgiving 2023.
