Underestimated the amount of butter needed for your Thanksgiving feast? Ran out of aluminum foil or forgot to set a timer on your charred pumpkin pie? As many home chefs know, it’s not easy juggling a multi-course meal — hence the reason that so many order to-go kits or choose to dine out on the holiday.
But you’ve made it this far, and fortunately, several Denver grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving. Don’t go knocking on the doors at Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Sam’s Club or Costco, as all will be closed. Instead, head to these big-box retailers and local markets if you’re in a pinch:
Big Lots
Multiple locations
Pick up pantry goods from Big Lots stores in Wheat Ridge, Lakewood, Aurora and Westminster, which will be open on Thanksgiving from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Carniceria Latina
2272 South Chambers Road, Aurora
303-283-6844
This traditional Mexican market will be open on Thanksgiving from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meat cuts, canned goods, spice mixes and more are available in-store.
Clark's Market Lowry
7059 East Lowry Boulevard
303-647-3500
This regional grocery chain will welcome visitors from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from a variety of departments including fresh produce, bakery and the stocked deli counter.
CVS
Multiple locations
Thanksgiving hours vary between CVS locations. Several stores including those in Union Station, Hale and along the 16th Street Mall will welcome shoppers from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Others like the Edgewater location will be closed for the holiday. Contact your local CVS for details.
Dollar General
Multiple locations
Dollar General locations in Commerce City, Arvada and Lakewood will be open during regular operating hours. Dash over for pantry essentials from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
But you’ve made it this far, and fortunately, several Denver grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving. Don’t go knocking on the doors at Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Sam’s Club or Costco, as all will be closed. Instead, head to these big-box retailers and local markets if you’re in a pinch:
Big Lots
Multiple locations
Pick up pantry goods from Big Lots stores in Wheat Ridge, Lakewood, Aurora and Westminster, which will be open on Thanksgiving from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Carniceria Latina
2272 South Chambers Road, Aurora
303-283-6844
This traditional Mexican market will be open on Thanksgiving from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meat cuts, canned goods, spice mixes and more are available in-store.
Clark's Market Lowry
7059 East Lowry Boulevard
303-647-3500
This regional grocery chain will welcome visitors from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from a variety of departments including fresh produce, bakery and the stocked deli counter.
CVS
Multiple locations
Thanksgiving hours vary between CVS locations. Several stores including those in Union Station, Hale and along the 16th Street Mall will welcome shoppers from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Others like the Edgewater location will be closed for the holiday. Contact your local CVS for details.
Dollar General
Multiple locations
Dollar General locations in Commerce City, Arvada and Lakewood will be open during regular operating hours. Dash over for pantry essentials from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Find Bosnian, Bulgarian and other Eastern European goods at this Lakewood market.
Mark Antonation
European Market & Bistro
1990 Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood
303-558-0140
This Eastern European restaurant and market will be open on Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop in for dry goods, deli cuts and flavorful made-to-order dishes.
Gulzar Halal Market
10315 East Iliff Avenue
303-337-3121
This Middle Eastern grocer will welcome shoppers during normal business hours on Thanksgiving, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. It offers a kosher butchery, bulk dry goods, spice blends and an in-house bakery.
Heinie's Market
11801 West 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge
303-425-9955
Heinie's Market, a longtime staple in Wheat Ridge, will be open from 9 to 11 a.m. While its seasonal produce selection is limited this time of year, visitors on Thanksgiving can buy fresh bread, local eggs and an assortment of canned and frozen goods, including whole pies.
H Mart
2751 South Parker Road, Aurora
303-745-4592
5036 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster
720-287-5341
Both of the Asian mega-mart’s local stores will be open during regular business hours on Thanksgiving. Visit between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. for fresh produce, dry goods and other grocery essentials.
1990 Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood
303-558-0140
This Eastern European restaurant and market will be open on Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop in for dry goods, deli cuts and flavorful made-to-order dishes.
Gulzar Halal Market
10315 East Iliff Avenue
303-337-3121
This Middle Eastern grocer will welcome shoppers during normal business hours on Thanksgiving, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. It offers a kosher butchery, bulk dry goods, spice blends and an in-house bakery.
Heinie's Market
11801 West 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge
303-425-9955
Heinie's Market, a longtime staple in Wheat Ridge, will be open from 9 to 11 a.m. While its seasonal produce selection is limited this time of year, visitors on Thanksgiving can buy fresh bread, local eggs and an assortment of canned and frozen goods, including whole pies.
H Mart
2751 South Parker Road, Aurora
303-745-4592
5036 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster
720-287-5341
Both of the Asian mega-mart’s local stores will be open during regular business hours on Thanksgiving. Visit between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. for fresh produce, dry goods and other grocery essentials.
The Kroger grocery chain will serve shoppers until 4 p.m.
Chase Woodruff
King Soopers
Multiple locations
All King Soopers locations in Denver will be open on Thanksgiving until 4 p.m. Find outposts in Union Station, Capitol Hill, Montclair and many other neighborhoods.
Pete's Fruits & Vegetables
5606 East Cedar Avenue
303-393-6247
Stop by this local market between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fresh fruits and vegetables, deli items, pantry goods and more. Pete's also sells a solid selection of wine, beer and spirits from its liquor store next door.
Safeway
Multiple locations
Safeway grocers can be found throughout the city, with locations from Berkeley to University and beyond. Most will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. but call your local store for details.
Sprouts Farmers Market
Multiple locations
Grab last-minute groceries from Sprouts Farmers Market, which has locations in West Highland, City Park, Washington Park West and more. All will be open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Walgreens
1111 South Colorado Boulevard
303-758-8083
19028 Lincoln Avenue, Parker
303-805-2135
Walgreens locations that operate on a 24-hour schedule will be open on Thanksgiving. However, all others will be closed for the holiday.
Whole Foods Market
Multiple locations
All Whole Foods locations, including those in Union Station, Capitol Hill and Cherry Creek, will be open on Thanksgiving from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Multiple locations
All King Soopers locations in Denver will be open on Thanksgiving until 4 p.m. Find outposts in Union Station, Capitol Hill, Montclair and many other neighborhoods.
Pete's Fruits & Vegetables
5606 East Cedar Avenue
303-393-6247
Stop by this local market between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fresh fruits and vegetables, deli items, pantry goods and more. Pete's also sells a solid selection of wine, beer and spirits from its liquor store next door.
Safeway
Multiple locations
Safeway grocers can be found throughout the city, with locations from Berkeley to University and beyond. Most will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. but call your local store for details.
Sprouts Farmers Market
Multiple locations
Grab last-minute groceries from Sprouts Farmers Market, which has locations in West Highland, City Park, Washington Park West and more. All will be open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Walgreens
1111 South Colorado Boulevard
303-758-8083
19028 Lincoln Avenue, Parker
303-805-2135
Walgreens locations that operate on a 24-hour schedule will be open on Thanksgiving. However, all others will be closed for the holiday.
Whole Foods Market
Multiple locations
All Whole Foods locations, including those in Union Station, Capitol Hill and Cherry Creek, will be open on Thanksgiving from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
