Is CVS Open on Thanksgiving 2026?
CVS stays open on Thanksgiving, but the pharmacy counter might not. Here's the verified 2026 answer.
Summary
Most CVS stores are open on Thanksgiving Day 2026 (Thursday, November 26) with reduced hours — typically 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. However, pharmacy counters are closed at many locations, MinuteClinics are closed, and hours vary heavily by location; 24-hour stores run their normal schedule. The 2026 schedule hasn't been officially announced.
The single most important point
The store will probably be open but the pharmacy probably won't — if you need a prescription on Thanksgiving, confirm your specific location's pharmacy hours in advance.
Quick facts
| Status | Thanksgiving hours | Regular hours | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limited hours | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (reduced; varies) | Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM (varies) | HoursGuide — CVS 2026 table |
What are CVS’s Thanksgiving hours?
CVS keeps most stores open on Thanksgiving, but “the store is open” and “the pharmacy is open” are two different questions. The typical Thanksgiving pattern: retail floor 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, while pharmacy counters are closed at many locations and MinuteClinics are closed company-wide.
The biggest asterisk on this page: CVS hours vary enormously by location. Regular hours range from 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM at some stores to 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM at others, and 24-hour locations simply run their normal schedule through the holiday. The 8 AM–5 PM Thanksgiving window is the common pattern, not a rule.
On Black Friday, CVS returns to normal hours. For Christmas: many CVS locations also stay open on Christmas Day with reduced hours (around 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM per 2026 tracking) — useful to know, but confirm locally. Bottom line: check your specific store's hours before counting on a Thanksgiving visit.
Regular weekly hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Typical hours; individual locations may differ.
How to check your local CVS
Holiday hours can vary by location, so verify before you go:
- Use the official CVS store locator to find your store and its posted hours.
- Call ahead — the fastest way to confirm Thanksgiving hours for a specific location.
- Check the store’s page on CVS’s official site or app on Thursday, November 26, 2026 morning for any last-minute changes.
Frequently asked questions
Is CVS open on Thanksgiving 2026?
Yes, most CVS stores are open on Thanksgiving Day with reduced hours — typically 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hours vary widely by location and 24-hour stores run normally.
Is the CVS pharmacy open on Thanksgiving?
Often not — pharmacy counters are closed at many locations on Thanksgiving even when the retail floor is open. Check your specific store.
Is MinuteClinic open on Thanksgiving?
No. MinuteClinic locations are typically closed on Thanksgiving.
What are CVS's regular hours?
Typically 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, but hours vary widely by location — many stores run 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM and some are open 24 hours.
Is CVS open on Christmas Day?
Many CVS locations stay open on Christmas Day with reduced hours (around 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM), though this varies by location.
Hours verified on September 28, 2026 · Sources below. We re-check every page 2–4 weeks before each holiday.
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