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Major Retailers Close for Thanksgiving, Limited Hours for Others

11/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

Many businesses will close on Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025.
Walmart, Costco, and Target will be closed on Thanksgiving and reopen on Black Friday.
Some Sedano’s and Milam’s supermarkets will operate with limited hours.
Malls and public transport will follow a Sunday schedule.
New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ will be closed, county offices and libraries in Miami-Dade and Broward will shut down, and waste collection will continue in Miami-Dade.

History

Historical Context

In 1941, the U.S. Congress established Thanksgiving as a national holiday on the fourth Thursday of November, aiming to unify the nation and stimulate consumer spending. Over time, this holiday has evolved, with major retailers like Walmart and Target closing on Thanksgiving, reflecting a cultural shift towards prioritizing family time and work-life balance, influencing retail strategies and consumer behavior.

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Story summary

Many businesses will close on Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025.
Walmart, Costco, and Target will be closed on Thanksgiving and reopen on Black Friday.
Some Sedano’s and Milam’s supermarkets will operate with limited hours.
Malls and public transport will follow a Sunday schedule.
New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ will be closed, county offices and libraries in Miami-Dade and Broward will shut down, and waste collection will continue in Miami-Dade.

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