Thanksgiving and Black Friday hold special significance for residents in South Florida as they blend family traditions with the thrill of shopping. This year, as Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 28th, many establishments will be closed, but some will offer special hours to accommodate last-minute shoppers. Additionally, several businesses will open early on Friday for the highly anticipated Black Friday shopping spree. From grocery stores to shopping centers such as Aventura Mall and Sawgrass Mills, here's a guide to what's open, what's closed, and the hours you need to keep in mind to plan your week effectively.
Shopping Malls
Most shopping centers will remain closed on Thanksgiving Day but will open early on Black Friday with special hours:
- Aventura Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 8:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Brickell City Centre: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 9:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Broward Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 9:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Coral Square: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 6:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Dadeland Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 6:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Dolphin Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 8:00 a.m. on Friday.
- The Falls: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 7:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 6:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Galleria Fort Lauderdale: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 8:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Miami International Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 6:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Shops at Merrick Park: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 9:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Pembroke Lakes Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 9:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Sawgrass Mills: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 6:00 a.m. on Friday.
- Westland Mall: Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Opens at 8:00 a.m. on Friday.
Grocery Stores
Most supermarkets will be closed, though a few will operate on limited schedules:
- Publix: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- Trader Joe’s: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- Winn Dixie: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- Sedano’s: Open until 6:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
- The Fresh Market: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
- Milam’s Market: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
- Whole Foods: Open from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
- Presidente Supermarkets: Open during regular hours.
- Aldi: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Pharmacies
Some pharmacies will remain open, but with limited services:
- Walgreens: Most stores open, but pharmacies may be closed. Check with your local pharmacy.
- CVS/Navarro: Stores open, but some pharmacies might be closed. Confirm with your nearest branch.
Department Stores
Major department stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day:
- Walmart: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- Costco: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- Target: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- B.J’s Wholesale Club: Closed on Thanksgiving Day.