As Thanksgiving approaches, Michigan residents should be aware of changes to pharmacy hours that could affect access to medications. On November 27, 2025, many major retailers and grocery stores throughout the state will close their doors for the holiday, impacting pharmacy services.
Residents are advised to plan ahead and check with their local pharmacies to confirm hours, as many locations will have modified schedules on Thanksgiving Day.
Pharmacy Hours Overview
CVS will remain open on Thanksgiving, though some stores may operate with limited hours, according to a report from USA TODAY. This could provide a crucial option for those needing to pick up prescriptions or refills.
In contrast, Walmart will close its stores for Thanksgiving, which means that in-house pharmacies will also be unavailable. Similarly, Sam’s Club locations will shut down for the holiday, along with their pharmacies.
For those looking for alternatives, Meijer will keep its stores open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, allowing access to its pharmacies during these limited hours.
Most Walgreens locations will be closed on Thanksgiving, but 24-hour stores and pharmacies will remain operational. Walgreens will also resume regular hours on Black Friday, November 28.
Kroger will have a number of locations open on Thanksgiving from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., accommodating those in need of pharmacy services.
Lastly, Costco will close its warehouses for the holiday, in line with its policy of observing Thanksgiving Day.
Residents are encouraged to confirm the specific hours of their local pharmacies to avoid any inconvenience during the holiday.
