Kroger Thanksgiving Hours 2025: What’s Open, What’s Closed, and When to Shop

If you’re planning a last-minute grocery run on Thanksgiving Day, good news: most Kroger locations are open on Thursday, November 27, 2025, but they’ll close early. Company guidance indicates that stores open on Thanksgiving will close at 3 p.m. local time, and pharmacies will be closed all day. Expect reduced services and lighter staffing while teams observe the holiday and prep for the long weekend.

Kroger Thanksgiving hours at a glance

• Date: Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025

• Stores: Open with early closure at 3 p.m. local time

• Pharmacy & clinic: Closed on Thanksgiving Day

• Fuel centers: Hours may vary by market; some operate reduced schedules

• Pickup & delivery: Limited or paused in many areas; normal availability resumes when your store returns to standard hours

Tip: Check your local store in the app or by phone for exact opening time and any regional variations.

What to expect in-store on Thanksgiving Day

Shorter shopping window. With doors shutting at 3 p.m., peak traffic often lands late morning into early afternoon. Build a quick list before you go and prioritize essentials—broth, butter, rolls, pie crusts, foil, and cooking twine are the classic “uh-oh, we forgot” items.

Limited departments. Fresh departments (bakery, deli, meat/seafood) usually run scaled-back service on the holiday. Pre-made sides and bakery pies tend to sell fast; grab them early if they’re a must-have.

Pharmacy closed. Prescription counters do not operate on Thanksgiving. If you need refills or vaccinations, schedule for Wednesday or Friday. Many over-the-counter items remain available on the sales floor.

Staffing and lines. Expect fewer registers and longer self-checkout queues. Mobile pay and scan-and-go (where available) can speed things up.

Black Friday and the rest of the weekend

Kroger stores return to standard hours on Friday, Nov. 28, with full services and restocked staples. Weekend circular deals and digital coupons typically kick in Friday morning. If you postponed big-basket shopping to avoid holiday crowds, Friday or early Saturday is the smoother choice.

Planning tips for a smooth Kroger run

1. Check your local hours first. Opening times vary by region; the firm 3 p.m. closure is the anchor.

2. Shop the perimeter quickly. Produce, bakery, deli, dairy—hit these first for perishable items that run low.

3. Have swaps in mind. If the exact brand is gone, target functional equivalents (e.g., evaporated milk ↔ half-and-half, turkey stock ↔ chicken stock).

4. Mind thawing and cook times. A frozen turkey won’t be ready today; consider fresh turkey breast, spiral ham, or rotisserie chicken as practical pivots.

5. Separate pharmacy needs. Handle prescriptions before the holiday to avoid gaps in therapy.

Regional variations and store families

Kroger operates a family of supermarket banners across the country. While the early 3 p.m. closure guidance applies broadly, local jurisdictions and individual store managers can adjust based on staffing and community needs. Urban stores may keep slightly different morning openings; smaller markets sometimes trim operating windows further. Always verify your specific location.

Quick holiday essentials checklist

• Stocks & gravy bases

• Butter, oil, and cooking spray

• Pie shells or crust mix; whipped topping

• Aluminum foil, parchment, roasting pan liners

• Fresh herbs (sage, thyme, rosemary)

• Bread cubes or stuffing mix

• Cranberry sauce and canned vegetables

• Beverages and bagged ice

Kroger Thanksgiving hours

For Thanksgiving 2025, Kroger is open with a hard close at 3 p.m. local time, while pharmacies remain closed. If you need ingredients or last-minute kitchen supplies, shop late morning to early afternoon, expect streamlined services, and plan any pharmacy or large-basket shopping for Friday when normal hours resume.