71 Stores That Will Be Closed on Thanksgiving Day 2021
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Bringing your ideal Thanksgiving gathering to life, complete with the perfect Thanksgiving dinner menu, table decorations, and activities for the whole family requires a lot of planning. And you mustn’t forget a festive outfit for the occasion. Of course, planning for all of these things requires shopping ahead. After all, many stores are closed on Thanksgiving, including stores that once remained open on the holiday.
While some stores and restaurants will remain open on Thursday, November 25—due to increased demand and hopeful discount shoppers—dozens of popular retailers shut their doors to allow their employees to fully enjoy the holiday, as well. With that in mind, we went ahead and rounded up over 70 destinations that won’t be open come Turkey Day. Whether you’re in the market for ingredients for a tasty new Thanksgiving recipe, Christmas essentials to kick off your decorating as soon as Thanksgiving dinner is wrapped, or cozy loungewear to unwind after a day full of cooking and eating, ahead you’ll find the stores you’ll want to visit before Thanksgiving. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait until Black Friday to check the store off your list.
Grocery and Membership Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Although grocery stores have gotten better about keeping their shelves stock amidst a pandemic, it won’t matter come Turkey Day, when many grocery stores are closed. As such, if you find yourself in need of a last-minute ingredient, be sure to plan your grocery trip around the closures below.
Home Improvement Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Looking forward to putting up your Christmas decorations as soon as you get up from the Thanksgiving dinner table? Don’t count on home improvement stores being open for quick decor pick-ups. After all, all of the most popular home improvement retailers are closed on Thanksgiving. With that in mind, be sure to shop before Thanksgiving if you’re in need of a new tree, lights, or indoor holiday decor.
Craft Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Keeping kids occupied on Thanksgiving can be tough-especially if they’re on the younger side. One way to keep them entertained, however, is to turn the kids’ table into a craft table. Just keep in mind that most craft stores are closed on Thanksgiving, so you’ll want to shop before the big day.
Clothing and Department Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Who doesn’t love dressing for the occasion? Whether your Thanksgiving get-together has a theme or you simply want to look nice and feel cozy, you’ll want to gather your ensemble before Thanksgiving morning. After all, over a dozen popular clothing stores are closed on Turkey Day.
Pet Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Looking to pamper your pets on Thanksgiving? Make sure to head to your local pet store before November 25, as many remain closed on Thanksgiving day. No time to run to the store beforehand? Remember that you can order just about anything from Chewy and their delivery times are truly impressive.
Home Furnishing Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Oftentimes people put so much thought into their Thanksgiving tablescape that they overlook all the other opportunities to decorate. If come Thanksgiving morning you wish you had bought that blanket, set of pillows, or hand towels you saw on your last HomeGoods shopping trip, unfortunately, you’ll be too late. After all, HomeGoods, along with over a dozen other home furnishing stores, close their doors on Thanksgiving. So, you know the drill: Shop early!
Sporting Goods Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
If your Thanksgiving gathering revolves around sports, you might want to have a few items on hand. Football, anyone? Or perhaps you plan to go on an early-morning hike. Whatever the case may be, you’ll need gear. And, if you don’t shop early, you can count the below retailers off your list, as they remain closed on Thanksgiving.
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