Holiday hours · Checked October 14, 2026
JCPenney holiday hours 2026
Is JCPenney open on Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s Day? From JCPenney’s own announcements.
| Holiday | Status | What JCPenney says |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Closed 2025 answer | Closed on Thanksgiving 2025; opened at 5 a.m. local time on Black Friday. 2026 not announced yet. Source: JCPenney, holiday 2025 press release (Oct 28, 2025) |
| Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2026 | Not announced | No official announcement found yet. |
| Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2026 | Closed 2025 answer | Closed on Christmas Day 2025. 2026 not announced yet. Source: JCPenney, holiday 2025 press release (Oct 28, 2025) |
| New Year’s Day Friday, January 1, 2027 | Not announced | No official announcement found yet. |
| Easter Sunday Sunday, March 28, 2027 | Not announced | No official announcement found yet. |
Hours vary by location; check your local JCPenney before you go. Checked October 14, 2026.
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Returns after the holidays
JCPenney’s return window is 60 days. Holiday purchases get extra time: Purchases made on or after October 1 can be returned or exchanged through January 31, 2027 with an original or gift receipt. See the full JCPenney return policy or find your last day to return.
Frequently asked questions
Is JCPenney open on Thanksgiving 2026?
No. Closed on Thanksgiving 2025; opened at 5 a.m. local time on Black Friday. 2026 not announced yet.
Is JCPenney open on Christmas Day 2026?
No. Closed on Christmas Day 2025. 2026 not announced yet.