As Thanksgiving Day approaches, many Connecticut residents are already planning their holiday shopping.
While most major retailers close their doors for the holiday, there are still a few exceptions. Some stores remain open with modified hours to help shoppers pick up last-minute items.
Here’s a complete guide to stores open on Thanksgiving in Connecticut. Please note that while we’ve done our very best to ensure the accuracy of this guide and to keep it up to date, things are always subject to change and hours can vary by location, so we highly recommend checking ahead with any store you’re planning to visit before heading over.
Stores Open on Thanksgiving Day in Connecticut
- Bass Pro Shops (9 am to 6 pm)
- Big Lots (7 am to 9 pm)
- Cabela’s (9 am to 6 pm)
- CVS (9 am to 2 pm)
- Dollar General (8 am to 10 pm)
- Family Dollar (9 am to 9 pm)
- ShopRite (6 am to 2 pm)
- Stop & Shop (6 am to 3 pm)
- Walgreens (24-hour locations open)
- Whole Foods (Modified hours, varies by location)
Stores Closed on Thanksgiving Day in Connecticut
- ALDI
- Athleta
- Banana Republic
- Best Buy
- Big Y
- Costco
- Gap
- Home Depot
- HomeGoods
- Kohl’s
- Lowe’s
- Macy’s
- Marshalls
- Michaels
- Nordstrom
- Old Navy
- PetSmart
- Sam’s Club
- T.J. Maxx
- Target
- Trader Joe’s
- Ulta Beauty
- Walmart
Final Thoughts
While most major stores in Connecticut will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, there are still plenty of options for those who need to grab something last minute or prefer shopping on the holiday.
Be sure to check with specific stores for hours before heading out, as some may vary by location.
If you’re planning to take advantage of early Black Friday deals, be sure to check online for discounts that start before Thanksgiving.
You may also be interested in checking out our guide to restaurants open on Thanksgiving.
