Costco, Trader Joe's and other stores that will be closed on Thanksgiving

While some stores will lure shoppers in early with serious sales and staff up ahead of Black Friday, other retailers are giving staff a chance to enjoy their Thanksgiving.

In an effort to place an emphasis on the true meaning on the holiday that's typically spent with friends, family and food -- stores have flipped the script ahead of the busy shopping season for consumers and employees alike.

Here is a roundup of the major retailers that will not be open on Turkey Day, according to their site's listed store hours and help desks.

Grocery Stores

• Aldi
• BJ’s
• Costco
• Eataly
• Publix
• Sam’s Club
• Trader Joe's

Clothing

• Ann Taylor
• Burlington Coat Factory
• Marshalls
• Neiman Marcus
• Nordstrom
• Stein Mart
• T.J.Maxx

Furniture and Home

• Bob’s Discount Furniture
• The Container Store
• Crate & Barrel
• Hobby Lobby
• HomeGoods
• Lowe's
• Pier 1

Other

• Barnes and Noble
• JO-ANN
• Menards
• Office Depot
• OfficeMax
• Petco
• Petsmart
• REI
• Staples

In years past, the following stores have also shut their doors on the holiday, but have yet to confirm their hours for Nov. 28.

Cost Plus World MarketH&MHome DepotIkeaSur La Table

Please check back for additional updates and additional closures as Thanksgiving gets closer.