Walmart stores around the country, including Illinois locations, will be closed on Thanksgiving this year so employees can spend quality time with their families.

If you're a last-minute holiday shopper and procrastinate to get all the essentials you need to make Thanksgiving a big hit at your house, maybe don't sleep on this one.

This is the fifth year in a row that Walmart has closed their stores for 24 hours to their staff can enjoy one of the most important holidays of the year with their loved ones.

All Illinois Walmart Stores Will Be Closed On Thanksgiving 2024

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Remember when Walmart used to be 24 hours?  You could walk in a 2AM and have the whole place to yourself, but it was the perfect time to shop without the chaos.

2020 was the first time the company decided to give their employees a break from all the holiday madness.  Luckily, it wasn't a one-time thing!  They've been at it for five whole years now.

Stores will be open as usual the day before Thanksgiving and will reopen bright and early for the Black Friday shopping frenzy. Take a breath and enjoy the holiday—the deals will still be there on Friday. [timeout]

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So, if you're trying to be ahead of the gobble game this year, make sure to plan accordingly and start making that checklist of all your Thanksgiving needs.  You don't want it to be Thursday, November 28th and realize you forget the pumpkin pie, stuffing, and most importantly, the turkey!

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