Is Walmart Open on Thanksgiving 2026?

Is Walmart Open on Thanksgiving?

Walmart is closed on Thanksgiving. The closure applies to 2026. If you planned a shopping trip for the holiday, it helps to move it to another day.

Because the store is closed on the holiday, plan errands, pickups and gift runs for earlier in the week. It helps to set a backup plan before the holiday rush starts. Keep the company's holiday hours page handy so you can confirm the schedule before you leave home.

Walmart Thanksgiving Hours

Shopping Before Thanksgiving If Walmart Is Closed

Consider shopping the day before Thanksgiving, and go early in the day to avoid the largest crowds. The day after the holiday also works well if you can wait, since many people are busy with the meal and travel. Either window can give you time to get what you need before the meal.

If you need a store on the holiday itself, look for shops that stay open that day. Call ahead, since hours can differ from place to place.

• Make a list of what you need before you leave home.
• Confirm the hours of any store you plan to visit, since each business sets its own schedule.
• Keep a backup plan for items you cannot get early.

Other Stores Open on Thanksgiving

• Best Buy: Closed
• IKEA: Closed
• Lowe's: Closed
• Sam's Club: Closed
• Target: Closed

Common Questions

Does the Closure Apply This Year?

Yes. The company's holiday hours show Walmart closed on Thanksgiving for 2026. Plan around that closure.

Where Can I Confirm the Hours?

The company's holiday hours page is the best place to confirm the schedule. Check it close to the day you plan to visit, so you see the latest details.

Should I Shop at Another Store?

That depends on what you need. Check the hours of any other store you plan to visit, since each business sets its own schedule.