Thanksgiving Day this year falls on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. Most offices and businesses will be closed, but some will be open with reduced hours. All you need to know in order to have a joyful and hassle-free Thanksgiving Day!
Eva Metis Koutoumanou
The annual national holiday has roots in religious and secular traditions and has also names such as the “harvest festival” and the “festival of family.”
The first Thanksgiving supposedly took place in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 and from then on it is always celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.
Now, what's open and what's closed on Thanksgiving Day 2024:
Is Thanksgiving a federal holiday?
Yes, Thanksgiving Day is a state and federal holiday. It’s the 10th of 11 federal holidays in 2024 with Christmas to follow.
Is mail delivered on Thanksgiving Day?
There will be no mail delivered on Thanksgiving Day, as well as no FedEx or UPS.
The only services that will be available are FedEx Custom Critical and UPS Express Critical.
Amazon delivery services will run as scheduled, and there are no expected delays related to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Is the post office open on Thanksgiving 2024?
United States Postal Service offices will be closed, although self-service kiosks are still available in some locations for drop-offs.
Are banks open on Thanksgiving Day?
No, the following banks are scheduled to be closed for Thanksgiving 2024:
Bank of America
Capital One Bank
Chase
Citibank
PNC Bank
Santander Bank
Wells Fargo
Truist Bank
TD Bank
Are stores open on Thanksgiving Day 2024?
Drug stores and pharmacies usually remain open, but the majority of stores will be closed, like Walmart, Target, and Macy’s.
Are dollar stores open on Thanksgiving Day?
It varies depending on the dollar store. Some dollar stores have extended shopping hours on Thanksgiving while other stores may be closed.
Here is a list of dollar stores that are open on Thanksgiving:
Dollar General (7 a.m. - 10 p.m.; varies by store)
Dollar Tree (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Family Dollar (8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
The following dollar stores are closed on Thanksgiving:
Five Below
Will supermarkets be open on Thanksgiving Day 2024?
Many supermarkets will be open with reduced hours. Shoppers should ultimately check with their local supermarket for specific information.
The following grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving:
ACME (7 a.m. - 4 p.m.; varies by store)
Foodtown (varies by store)
ShopRite (varies by store)
Stop & Shop (6 a.m. - 3 p.m.; pharmacy will be closed)
Wegmans (7 a.m. - 4 p.m.; pharmacy will be closed)
Whole Foods (7 a.m. - 1 p.m.; varies by store)
Grocery stores that will be closed:
Aldi
BJ’s Wholesale Club
Costco
Lidl
Sam’s Club
Target
Trader Joe’s
Walmart
Are restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2024?
It varies by establishment. Some restaurants may be closed, while others are open and selling prepared, holiday meals to go. Patrons should check with specific restaurants for information.
Are malls open on Thanksgiving Day 2024?
Most of the malls in the U.S. will be closed on Thanksgiving.
Simon, one of the largest mall operators in the U.S., will be closed.
Are the stock markets open on Thanksgiving?
No, stock markets will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Nasdaq trading and bond markets will also be closed.
The next federal holiday is Christmas Day on Wednesday, Dec. 25. Enjoy!
