JCPenney closes all of its stores on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, part of a broader family-first holiday policy the company has continued to reaffirm through its own newsroom.
A Family-First Holiday Policy, Confirmed by JCPenney Itself
JCPenney's own corporate newsroom has reinforced that stores stay closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day so employees can spend the holidays with their families, part of the same broader retail shift that has kept over three dozen major chains — including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and Home Depot — shut on Thanksgiving. JCPenney shifts its holiday promotions online instead, launching deals the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
| Holiday |
Status |
| New Year's Day |
Open, normal or slightly reduced hours |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
Open, normal hours |
| Easter Sunday |
Open, normal hours |
| Memorial Day |
Open, normal hours |
| Independence Day (July 4th) |
Open, normal hours |
| Labor Day |
Open, normal hours |
| Veterans Day |
Open, normal hours |
| Thanksgiving |
Closed all day, all stores; online shopping continues |
| Black Friday |
Open, typically from 5am |
| Christmas Eve |
Open, shortened hours (typically 9am-6pm) |
| Christmas Day |
Closed all day, all stores; online shopping continues |
| New Year's Eve |
Open, normal hours |
Online shopping at jcpenney.com continues on days stores are closed, with holiday promotions often starting the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JCPenney open on Thanksgiving?
No. JCPenney closes all of its stores on Thanksgiving Day, part of its stated family-first holiday policy.
Is JCPenney open on Christmas?
No. JCPenney closes all stores on Christmas Day.
Can I still shop JCPenney online when stores are closed?
Yes, JCPenney's website remains open and often runs holiday promotions starting the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
What time does JCPenney open on Black Friday?
JCPenney typically opens around 5am on Black Friday.
