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What's Open on Thanksgiving? Not Much, as Many Stores Rest -- or Prepare -- Ahead of Black Friday

Most Des Moines metro malls close on Thanksgiving but open early for Black Friday, with some stores starting as early as 5 a.m., reflecting changing holiday shopping trends.

  • On Nov. 27, Jordan Creek Town Center will be closed for Thanksgiving, while many Des Moines metro stores will open early on Black Friday, Nov. 28.
  • Retailers say they closed Thanksgiving to let employees be with family, and despite deals spreading across weeks, Black Friday remains the traditional season kickoff, Menards Des Moines General Manager Dusty Westra said.
  • Target will open at 6 a.m. on Black Friday, with many stores staying open late; Kohl's will open as early as 5 a.m., and Toys R Us Jordan Creek store will be open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • The NRF expects November‑December retail sales to grow 3.7% to 4.2%, with AAA projecting 81.8 million travelers over the holiday period, and NRF CEO Matthew Shay said `We remain bullish about the holiday shopping season and expect that consumers will continue to seek savings in nonessential categories to be able to spend on gifts for loved ones`.
  • Merle Hay Mall will be closed on Thanksgiving and open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Black Friday.
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Des Moines Register broke the news in Des Moines, United States on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
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