Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year. The holiday season kicks off early Friday morning with huge deals on everything from big screen TVs to blenders to bed sheets. But finding out when stores open can be tricky. We have compiled for you a VERIFIED list of Black Friday Store Hours in the Austin area. Read on to find out more and get ready to snag the best deals out there! 

Remember that many stores also open up on Thanksgiving Day for early Black Friday deals, so be sure to check out our guide to which stores are open on Thanksgiving.

Black Friday Store Hours in Austin

Note: We’ve done our best to confirm the accuracy of these times, but things are always subject to change, so we recommend confirming with the store before heading over.

• Bass Pro Shops: Open from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m with a roaring Black Friday Sale.
• Big Lots: most Big Lots stores will be open for extended hours to keep up with the retail frenzy. Since hours vary by location, visit the Big Lots Store Locator for more information for your location’s hours of operation.
• CVS: Indirect sources confirm that CVS stores will be offering a flurry of Black Friday deals, with hours varying by locations. In fact, CVS is also running Early Black Friday deals to get you an earlier start on your long-awaited splurges. 
• Dollar General: The Dollar General sale kicks off right around Thanksgiving and will roll out through the weekend. Find Buy One Get One Deals and outrageous Discounts in abundance, but check with your local store operator for timings.  
• HEB: Open regular working hours on Black Friday.
• Michaels: Is open on Black Friday with in-store and online discounts on the A to Z of Holiday shopping needs. The elaborate spread, however,  lacks concrete details about opening and closing hours. 
• Sprouts Farmers Market: Open 7:00AM-10:00PM 
• Walgreens: The Store is open until 10 PM while the pharmacy closes an hour earlier, at 9 PM on Black Friday. 
• Whole Foods: Most stores will open at 8 am
• Academy Sports+Outdoors: Stores will open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• American Girl: Should be open regular hours since verified information was not available for Black Friday. The store typically opens at 8:00 AM.
• At Home: Black Friday hours are unavailable. We recommend checking with your local store before stepping out.
• AT&T: Exact opening and closing times are unavailable. Check in with your local store.
• Barnes & Noble:  8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
• Bed, Bath & Beyond: Open from 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. 
• Best Buy: The store opens at 5 AM. We also recommend referring to this dedicated source of Black Friday Information.
• Burlington: Open 7 AM-12 AM. 
• Cost Plus World Market: 9 AM- 9PM

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Black Friday Store Hours in Austin – Continued 

• Costco: The world’s warehouse opens at 9 AM.
• Crate and Barrel: Stores will be open from 9 AM – 9PM.
• Dick’s Sporting Goods: Will be open from 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
• Dressbarn: Black Friday hours are unavailable. We recommend checking with your local store before stepping out.
• Guitar Center: Opens at 10:00 AM.
• H&M: Exact opening and closing times are unavailable. Check in with your local store.
• Half Price Books: Doors open at 7:00 AM.
• Harbor Freight Tools: The store is open as per normal hours, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
• Hobby Lobby: Will be open from 8:00 AM to 9 PM.
• Home Depot: Will be open from 6:00 AM. 
• Home Goods: Stores open at 7 AM
• IKEA: Store open at 10 AM
• JC Penney: Stores open at 5 am
• Kohl’s: Stores open at 5 AM.
• Lowe’s: Opens at 6:00 AM.
• Macy’s: Most locations open at 6:00 AM. Check with your local store before your visit. 
• Nordstrom: Open 10:00 AM – 9 PM.
• Nordstrom Rack: Open until 9:00 PM.
• Old Navy: Open 5:00 AM – 11:PM. 
• Pep Boys: Stores open at 7:30 AM, closing times vary according to location. 
• Petco: Open from 9:00 AM – 9 PM.
• PetSmart: Open from 7:00 AM-9:00 PM. 
• Pier 1 Imports: Exact hours are not available.
• REI: Open as per regular hours, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
• Sam’s Club: Opens at 10:00 AM. 
• Staples: Open from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM. 
• Stein Mart: Exact store hours cannot be confirmed.
• Sur La Table: Will operate as per regular 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM hours.
• Target: Open from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM. 
• TJ Maxx: Open from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM. 
• Tractor Supply Co.: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
• Trader Joe’s: Open from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM. 
• Ulta: Doors open at 6:00 AM
• Victoria’s Secret: Opening hours are either 7:00 AM or 9:00 AM, varying by location. 
• Walmart: Will be open until 11:00 PM. 

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Looking for stores open on Thanksgiving Day in Austin? You are in the right place!

Thanksgiving is a day for celebrating all of the things we’re thankful for alongside our loved ones. While we all envision Thanksgiving as a day when we can sit at home all day and watch football while eating ourselves into a coma, it’s all too common to have to make runs to the store for batteries for the remote control, extra whipped cream, other turkey day or everyday essentials, or just for some great deals.

Thankfully, there are quite a few stores that remain open on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25th. Below is a breakdown of which Austin stores are open on Thanksgiving as well as which are closed for the holiday.

Editor’s Note: The Staff at The Austinot try to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, as always, please confirm by calling ahead. 

Also check out our verified list of Austin Area Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2021!

Austin Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving

• HEB: Open 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pharmacy will be closed.
• Sprouts Farmers Market: open 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Whole Foods: most stores will open at 8 am
• Kroger: Stores will be open until 5 pm (Pharmacy will be closed)

Other Austin Stores Open On Thanksgiving 

• Bass Pro Shops: Open 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Big Lots: 7:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• CVS: Indirect sources confirm that CVS stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day, hours will vary by locations. It is highly recommended to check here before you go.  
• Dollar General: Open at 7:00 a.m.
• Michaels: Opens 6:00 p.m according to indirect sources.
• Walgreens: Hours will vary by location on Thanksgiving Day, as per indirect and unconfirmed sources.

Austin Stores Closed On Thanksgiving

• Academy Sports+Outdoors
• American Girl
• At Home
• AT&T
• Barnes & Noble
• Bed, Bath & Beyond
• Best Buy
• Burlington
• Cost Plus World Market
• Costco
• Crate and Barrel
• Dick’s Sporting Goods
• Dressbarn (majority of stores)
• GameStop
• Guitar Center
• H&M
• Half Price Books
• Harbor Freight Tools
• Hobby Lobby
• Home Depot
• HomeGoods
• IKEA
• JC Penney
• Kohl’s
• Lowe’s
• Macy’s
• Marshalls
• Nordstrom
• Nordstrom Rack
• Old Navy
• Pep Boys
• Petco
• PetSmart
• Pier 1 Imports
• REI
• Sam’s Club
• Staples
• Stein Mart
• Sur La Table
• Target
• TJ Maxx
• Tractor Supply Co.
• Trader Joe’s
• Ulta
• Victoria’s Secret
• Walmart

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Looking for Thanksgiving Dinner specials in Austin area? You are in the right place. Read on to find out.

If you’re not in the mood to break your back in the kitchen or break the bank dining out this Thanksgiving, then these top 10 best cheap Thanksgiving dinners in Austin will come in clutch for you this year. Check out which Austin area restaurants and grocery stores are offering delicious, cheap, pre-made Thanksgiving meals this year!

Thanksgiving Dinner Specials in Austin

Salt Grass Steakhouse

10614 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759

All Salt Grass locations will be open on Thanksgiving with delicious turkey feasts available for dine-in or to-go. Their meals come with roasted turkey break, dressing, gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce. They offer a Thanksgiving dinner for $19.99 for dine-in customers or a Family pack for $79.99 that serves four! All you have to do is heat it up.

Denny’s

1601 IH35 N, Austin, TX 78702 (and other locations)

Old faithful Denny’s has your back once again. They’re back again this year with their Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs to save you the trouble of cooking. All you have to do is preorder 24 hours in advance, pick it up, and reheat it! The family portion comes with carved turkey breast, savory stuffing, red-skinned mashed potatoes, your choice of a second side, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce. You can get the whole pack for only $37.99

Cracker Barrel

2350 N Interstate Hwy 35, Round Rock, TX 78761 (and other location)

Cracker Barrel doesn’t just have one affordable thanksgiving available, they have options for you to choose from! They’re offering the Holiday Heat N’ Serve Feast in two sizes, 4-6 servings and 8-10 servings. These meals just need two hours to heat and you’re good to go. If you’re looking to do even less, they also have Hot and Ready Meals. You can choose the Turkey N’ Dressing, or Turkey N’ Dressing & Ham meals, both of which serve 10 people. Their meals are starting around $14 per serving.

HEB

6001 W Parmer Ln, Austin, TX 78727 (and other locations)

Head on down to your neighborhood HEB for a Simple Whole Over Roasted Turkey Meal for only $94.99 with an online coupon. Considering this meal serves 8 people, that’s less than $12 per serving! It comes with a fully cooked, over roasted turkey, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, turkey gravy, and of course, cranberry sauce. You must order ahead for curbside pick up or delivery and they’re only available while supplies last, so get your order in ASAP.

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Boston Market

4607 W Braker Ln Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759

Boston Market is also offering a bunch of ways to enjoy their Thanksgiving dinners. You can choose from Heat & Serve, home delivery, a la carte entrees, sides, and pies, or head into your closest Boston Market to eat in the store. Don’t forget to get your orders in by midnight on November 23rd!

Golden Corral

7300 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78745 (and other location)

What could be better than an endless buffet of Thanksgiving food?! At Golden Corral, they will stock their buffet with all the usual Thanksgiving fixins. You can also get a Holiday Meal To-Go with your choice of ham or turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, choice of sides, their famous yeast rolls, a whole pie. Be sure to pre-order online through their app!

Whole Foods Market

525 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 (and other locations)

We love the prepared food that Whole Foods offers throughout the year so it’s likely they knock Thanksgiving dinner out of the park as well! They have a different holiday meal for everyone. Options include organic, apple-brined, whole roast, breast only, paleo-friendly, and even a vegan thanksgiving meal. Pricing starts at around $18 per serving.

Luby’s

8176 North Mo-Pac Expressway Austin, TX 78759 (and other locations)

You already know Luby’s is going to have some good old-fashioned American Thanksgiving food available! Comfort food is their specialty after all. They will be open on Thanksgiving and are offering a turkey meal for only $11.99 per plate. It will come with carved turkey, cornbread dressing, two holidays sides, a dinner roll, and holiday dessert.

Buca di Beppo

3612 Tudor Blvd, Austin, TX 78759

Have a Thanksgiving with an Italian twist with Buca di Beppo’s to-go Thanksgiving Feasts. You can pick up your meal either hot or cold and even add on your favorite Italian dishes to mix things up. They come with sliced white meat turkey, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, homestyle gravy, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Their large feast serves six and comes out to be just under $25 per person.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill

114 W 7th St, Austin, TX 78701

Perry’s Steakhouse is offering a fine-dining Thanksgiving at an affordable price. Dine-in for a choice of starter and main for $45 per person. Ordering to-go is even more affordable, with a Family-Style Thanksgiving Dinner that serves for at $35 per person. You have your choice of soup or salad plus a turkey entree with all the trimmings. Kid’s plates are only $15 for both dine-in and to-go options. Plus, you can add a pumpkin cheesecake for an additional $20.

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Much like New Year’s Eve, Halloween is a holiday that requires special planning. Deciding on a costume is the first step (and if you’re still struggling in the disguise department, Austin’s local stores have you covered). But a costume is nothing if you don’t have a place to debut it.

Here’s a list of events, activities and food specials that’ll help you rock your way through Halloween week and beyond!

Halloween Events in Austin for Adults

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: Halloween (1978)

Check out Alamo Drafthouse in the Village on Halloween night to catch a showing of this scary blast from the past. Come and enjoy a healthy dose of fear at the screening of the 1978 film, Halloween which was indeed responsible for taking the scary festival movie genre to a whole new level.
When: 31 October 2021
Where: 2700 West Anderson Lane, Suite #701, Austin, TX 78757

House of Torment

If you are one for haunted houses, then House of Torment is for you. This Austin Halloween staple is sure to provide jolts of scares as you make your way through its many rooms. This year’s event has multiple themes including a hallucinogenic gas themed scare, a haunted and violent prison and monsters under the bed: basically the worst of all your nightmares!
When: Until 31 October 2021 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: 2632 Ridgepoint Dr, Austin, TX 78754

Halloween Drag Brunch feat. Rhonda Jewels

Attend a Halloween-themed drag brunch brought about by Irene’s which will be hosted by special guest, Rhonda Jewels. You can enjoy good food, great drinks and even a Halloween based scary but funny performance by this special star of the brunch.
When: 31 October 2021 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Where: 506 West Avenue, Austin, TX 78701

UNDEAD. Haunted House of Dances.

Attend a scary, adults-only performance where the undead gather and dark shadows crawl into the night. Performed by local and professional artists, this scary Halloween performance is sure to give you goosebumps and raise the level of all frightening things this season.
When: 30 October and 31 October 2021 | 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm
Where: 2908 Fruth Street, Austin, TX 78705

Austin Halloween Events For Kids

Barton Hills Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

Take a day trip southeast to Bastrop to explore the Lonesome Dove Maze at Barton Hills Fall Festival. The fest has multiple pumpkin patches and corn mazes to get lost in – the largest of which can take up to an hour to complete. Stay for live music, kettle corn, caramel apples and other fall treats!
When: Until 7 November
Where: 1115 FM 969, Bastrop, TX 78602

Pumpkin Express

Take the kids aboard The Pumpkin Express which will take you to the sleepy town of Bertram to pick up a pumpkin from the Depot Pumpkin Patch. Bring some lunch with you and there will be beers and Bloody Mary available for purchase at Cedar Park! All ages are welcome.
When: 31 October 2021 | 10:00 am
Where: Austin Steam Train | 401 E. Whitestone Blvd, TX 78613

Neill-Cochran House Museum: Halloween Carnival

Bring the family and kids to this Halloween-themed carnival at the Neill-Cochran House Museum. It’s the perfect place for children to come together and enjoy traditional crafts and games, face painting, trunk-or-treating and a bouncy house!
When: 31 October 2021 | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: 2310 San Gabriel St., Austin, TX 78705

Halloween Parties in Austin

Pinballz Arcade Halloween Party

One of Austin’s most popular arcades will be hosting its annual Halloween party for children and adults. You’ll get to participate in a costume contest so don’t forget to wear your scary best. Winners among the grown-ups will be chosen based on categories such as Funniest, Scariest, Sexiest and Most Original.
When: 31 October 2021 | 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Where: 183 & Burnet, 8940 Research Blvd., Austin, TX 78758

The Belmont Austin: Spooky Silent Disco Party 

Come and have fun at this spooky costume party and silent disco. Don’t forget to dress in your Halloween best, sway to some amazing music and enjoy a ton of food and drinks. Three live DJs are going to be spinning music all through the night that you can enjoy on your very on headphones provided at the disco.
When: 31 October 2021 | 9:00 pm
Where: 305 W. Sixth St., Austin, TX 78701

Touch of Trey Halloween Concert

Attend a concert on Halloween night which pays tribute to two of the most iconic bands, Grateful Dead and Phish. The show will feature some of the hit numbers by the two bands and take you back to the spectacular music of the rock groups. What’s more, it’s an all-ages concert so you can bring your family to the event and party all evening.
When: 31 October 2021 | 7:00 pm
Where: Meanwhile Brewing | 3901 Promontory Point Drive, Austin, TX 78744

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Are you looking for Labor Day 2021 events in Austin? There are a number of fun celebrations in and around Austin that you can enjoy with friends and family. Check our our top picks here.

Top Labor Day 2021 Events in Austin

Labor Day Concert in Round Rock

If you’re looking for something to do this labor day, head to a free concert! This free concert isn’t too far from Austin – it’ll feature artist The Belltower Trio and Floyd Domino and Friends.

• When: Monday, Sept 6 | 6:30 p.m.
• Where: 221 E Main St, Round Rock, TX 78664
• How much: Free

Labor Day Luau

Are you a member of the Lost Creek Country Club? Then take advantage of the labor day luau where there’ll be limbo, hula hoop contests, a DJ, and more. The event is for members only, inquire today.

• When: Monday, Sept 6 | 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Where: 2612 Lost Creek Blvd, Austin, TX 78746
• How much: Free

Austin Batting Cages Labor Day Camp

If you have a child that’s between 5 to 13, ask if they want to pick up a new hobby. Austin Batting Cages is hosting a Labor Day Camp, that way, if they are off from school there is still something for them to do!

• When: Monday, Sept 6 | 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Where:  1704 Toomey Rd, Austin, TX, 78704
• How much: $75

Labor Day BBQ and Day Party

Get Ready for some Labor Day Party Vibes & Amazing Food & Drink. Serving Delicious BBQ plates. Bar Will Be Open All Day. Sounds provided by DJ Donte | DJ Melissa Bellz

*Reserve your private table today by going to dsceats.com

• When: Monday, Sept 6
• Where:  Down South CaJJun Eats, 15630 Vision Drive Pflugerville, TX 78660

Free Day Of Yoga at Waterloo

Free Day of Yoga is an annual community event where participants can enjoy free yoga all across Austin. This year, Castle Hill Fitness is celebrating the joys of yoga in the park at Waterloo Greenway!

Open to members and non-members alike.

• When: Monday, Sept 6, 9 am to 7:30 pm
• Where:  Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St. Austin, TX 78701

Interested in other fun events going on over the Labor Day weekend? Check out our Things to do This Weekend in Austin

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