Major US retailers are prioritising family time this Thanksgiving, with a significant number announcing they will close their doors for the national holiday.
Major Retailers Grant Staff Thanksgiving Holiday
In a move welcomed by employees, the CEO of Walmart, John Furner, has confirmed that all Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day this year. This decision allows the company's massive workforce to spend the day with their loved ones. Stores are scheduled to reopen at 6 a.m. on Friday morning for the traditional Black Friday sales rush.
Which Other Stores Are Closed?
Walmart is not alone in this gesture. The retail giant Target has also announced that its stores will be shut on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27. Similarly, warehouse club Costco will also be closed for the holiday.
The trend extends to other popular chains, confirming that TJ Maxx and Best Buy retail locations will also not be open for business on Thanksgiving. This collective action marks a continuing shift in retail practice, moving away from opening on the holiday itself.
Travel Concerns and Shopping Plans
The news of widespread retail closures comes as travel disruptions threaten Thanksgiving plans for many. Concerns have been raised, including by Duffy, about potential travel chaos, with reports of hundreds of flights already canceled. For shoppers, this means planning is essential; while the shops will be closed on Thursday, the Black Friday deals will begin in earnest on Friday morning.
