Is Walmart Open on Thanksgiving 2025? Store Hours & Deals

Thanksgiving is coming up pretty soon, and people have been wondering, “Will Walmart be open on Thanksgiving Day 2025?” Whether you are preparing Thanksgiving dinner or checking to buy things for Black Friday, people need to know what the hours are. Let’s help you understand what you need to know and be able to keep things easy. Thanks and enjoy the holiday!

Why Is Walmart Closed on Thanksgiving Day 2025?

For the past Thanksgiving holiday 2025, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, Walmart stores across the US will be closed. For the past 5 years now, Walmart has made it a tradition to be able to allow and support their employees to spend time with their family for the holiday by closing on Thanksgiving. This means if you are almost out of things or remember an item you need, you will have to do your shopping before the holiday or go to a different store that will be open.

Starting from 2020, Thanksgiving has closed gone to be the “new normal” for many people to open Walmart. Growing attention to the well-being of employees during a holiday season that many spend time with family. The Walmart app and website are normal and available for shopping. Shoppers just need to keep in mind that orders are out for delivery or pick up after the holiday.

What Time Does Walmart Open on Black Friday 2025?

Walmart starts opening its stores on Friday, November 28, 2025, from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Black Friday. There will be tons of people starting the day, looking for cheap deals on electronics and other essential products.

If you want to get the deals a little earlier, you can look at Walmart online deals which typically starting online a bit before the stores open. Walmart has mobile delivery, and home delivery and people can schedule in-store pickup for busy families looking to get the holiday shopping out of the way.

What Are Walmart’s Thanksgiving Meal Offers in 2025?

Walmart’s holiday meals are simpler than ever with customers spending under $40 Holiday meals are serving 10 people which is under $4 per person. $40 Holiday meal includes over 20 items such as turkey, stuffing, and other items. If you are a first-time customer, you can receive free express delivery as well using promo code THANKFUL.  Offers for holiday meals starts October 20- December 26. Delivery and availability can vary for holiday meals so make sure to check for Alaska , Hawaii, and Puerto Rico for delivery pricing and availability. 

Which Stores Are Open on Thanksgiving Day? Alternatives to Walmart

If you absolutely need to grab groceries last minute, you can look at the stores that open Thanksgiving Day:

• CVS (some 24 hour stores and pharmacies but they have reduced hours)
• Dollar General
• Food Lion, Kroger, Meijer, Giant Eagle
• Albertsons, and Safeway
• Some Amazon Fresh and Walgreens, Rite aid

But you must check the store hours because they can be different in each state.

Can I Shop for Walmart Deals Online During Thanksgiving?

Yes! Walmart is closed on Thanksgiving, but you can shop their website. There are thousands of Black Friday deals online which can be delivered or picked up. You can even make a wish list to save items you want to buy. These online holiday sales from Walmart are quick and secure for people who want to save money while avoiding large crowds. 

Tips for Holiday Shopping at Walmart—How To Get What You Need

• Plan early, and make sure you buy everything you need before Thanksgiving. 
• Use Walmart’s app to track deals, manage grocery lists, reserve pickup times, and more.
• Avoid the busy stores this Black Friday! Shop from the comfort of your own home and save your time. 
• Make sure to find those coupons, promo codes, and check prices to match!