Federal holiday
Is everything open on Thanksgiving Day?
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Banks, government offices, schools and the markets are closed. Most big retailers now stay closed all day, while many grocery stores keep limited morning hours.
| Place | Status |
|---|---|
| Banks | Closed |
| Federal offices & courts | Closed |
| Post office (USPS) | Closed |
| UPS & FedEx | Limited hours USPS no regular delivery; UPS & FedEx closed for pickup/delivery except express critical service. |
| Stock market (NYSE/Nasdaq) | Closed |
| Public schools | Closed |
| Major retailers (Walmart, Target) | Closed Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Costco and most large chains are closed all day — the old pre-dawn openings ended; sales moved online and to Black Friday. |
| Grocery stores | Limited hours Many grocers (e.g. Whole Foods, Kroger) open with reduced morning hours; Costco, Aldi, Trader Joe's and Sam's Club are closed. |
| Restaurants | Limited hours Chains vary widely — some (Cracker Barrel, Golden Corral, many diners and Chinese restaurants) open; most fast food is closed or limited. Call ahead. |
| DMV & local government | Closed |