The Stores Open on Thanksgiving 2021
Thanksgiving is the time of year when family gathers to share stories and express their gratitude for all that they have. It is also one of the biggest shopping days of the year. So, as you plan your Thanksgiving 2021, you may also be wondering what stores are open on Thanksgiving this year?
Retail giants like Walmart, Target, and Best Buy all remain open on Thanksgiving to give shoppers a jump start to their holiday shopping. Other stores like Macy’s, Kohl’s, and Dick’s Sporting Goods will open their doors too. Let’s take a closer look at what stores are open on Thanksgiving in 2021.
Major Retailers Open on Thanksgiving
Major retailers will be open on Thanksgiving 2021. Walmart, Target, Best Buy and many others will open their doors on Thanksgiving morning to offer shoppers discounts and deals. Walmart, for instance, will open at 5:00 AM. The store will offer its Black Friday deals for nearly all of the day. Target is opening its doors at 6:00 AM as well offering Black Friday doorbuster deals for the entire day.
Best Buy is another major retailer open for Thanksgiving 2021. The electronics giant is opening at 5:00 AM on Thanksgiving Day, offering discounts on select electronics. While many big box retailers are open, there are those that have decided to close on Thanksgiving Day. Apple is one of those retailers, choosing to give its employees the day off to spend with family.
Specialty Shops Open on Thanksgiving
In addition to major retailers, there are a number of specialty shops open on Thanksgiving. Department store chains like Macy’s and Kohl’s will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Macy’s, for instance, is opening at 5:00 AM with its Black Friday doorbuster deals starting at 6:00 PM. Kohl’s is opening at 5:00 PM.
Outdoor and home goods shops are also open on Thanksgiving. Bass Pro Shops and Lowe’s are both open on Thanksgiving Day for those looking for outdoor gear and home improvement supplies. Dick’s Sporting Goods and Sports Authority are also open for shopping. And for those looking for beauty supplies, Ulta and Sephora are open on Thanksgiving day.
Early and Online Shopping
With the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, many stores have taken to offering early and online shopping opportunities for those wishing to avoid the hustle and bustle of the stores on Thanksgiving. Walmart, for example, is offering its Black Friday sales online for customers to purchase and receive their items before Thanksgiving Day. Target is offering its Black Friday deals online as well.
And with many Starbuck’s locations closed on Thanksgiving, the coffee giant is offering customers the chance to purchase select drinks, food items and merchandise online. To ensure you get the items you want before the rush, it is important to check with your local store to see what early and online shopping opportunities are available.
Overall, there are plenty of stores open on Thanksgiving 2021 for shoppers to take advantage of the holiday discounts and deals. From major retailers to specialty shops, if you’re looking for discounts and deals, you can likely find them. As always, do your research and remember to shop safely.