ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Thanksgiving is just over a week away and many people are finalizing their shopping for the food-centric, gratitude-making holiday. Still, it always seems like there's that one item that you either forgot or need more of.
This may have you sending a family member to make a last-minute shopping trip, but if it happens on Thanksgiving day, will any stores be open, such as Publix? What about Walmart, Target or Winn-Dixie?
Here's a look at what stores are open for Thanksgiving.
Is Publix open on Thanksgiving?
No, Publix is not open on Thanksgiving. According to its website, Publix grocery stores close for three holidays during the year — Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter.
According to Publix, stores also close early on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
"Since our founding, we have been closed on these three holidays in observance of the holiday and to allow our associates time with family and friends," the Florida-based grocery chain said on its website.
Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving?
No, Walmart is not open on Thanksgiving. According to a release, Walmart stores across the country will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
This, according to the company, is to ensure that "associates can spend the day with their families."
Is Target open on Thanksgiving?
No, Target is not open on Thanksgiving. According to a release, Target stores across the country will be closed on Thanksgiving Day for the fifth year in a row.
Is Winn-Dixie open on Thanksgiving?
No, Winn-Dixie is not open on Thanksgiving. According to a release last year, all Winn-Dixie stores are closed on Thanksgiving Day "to give associates a well-deserved day of rest with family and friends as a thank you for their diligent work and compassion displayed for their communities this year."
What stores are open on Thanksgiving?
- Whole Foods: Modified hours on Thanksgiving
- CVS: Varies by location
- Walgreens: 24-hour locations remain open; all others will close