Holiday hours · Checked October 14, 2026
Target holiday hours 2026
Is Target open on Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s Day? From Target’s own announcements.
| Holiday | Status | What Target says |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Closed | Closed. Target made Thanksgiving closures permanent in 2021: “We’re going to keep our stores closed on future Thanksgivings too.” Source: Target, “Target Announces It Will Close Stores on Thanksgiving Day Moving Forward” (Nov 2021) |
| Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2026 | Open, special hours 2025 answer | 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time in 2025. Target has not announced 2026 hours yet. Source: Target, “Target’s Holiday Store Hours” (Nov 20, 2025) |
| Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2026 | Closed 2025 answer | Closed in 2025 (online shopping stayed open). Target has not announced 2026 yet. Source: Target, “Target’s Holiday Store Hours” (Nov 20, 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 Target before you go. Checked October 14, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Target open on Thanksgiving 2026?
No. Closed. Target made Thanksgiving closures permanent in 2021: “We’re going to keep our stores closed on future Thanksgivings too.”
Is Target open on Christmas Eve 2026?
Yes. 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time in 2025. Target has not announced 2026 hours yet.
Is Target open on Christmas Day 2026?
No. Closed in 2025 (online shopping stayed open). Target has not announced 2026 yet.