Quick answer: Thanksgiving 2026 is Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Miami, Florida. Verified grocery options on this page include Publix, Sedano’s, Milam’s Market, The Fresh Market, and Whole Foods Market. For restaurants, use the local 2026 guides linked below and confirm directly with the restaurant. Last checked November 2026. Call the store or restaurant to confirm hours, stock, and deadlines before you go.
In Miami, Florida, Thanksgiving 2026 falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Use the official pages for Publix, Sedano’s, Milam’s Market, The Fresh Market, and Whole Foods Market to buy a turkey or ask about a prepared meal, and check Milam’s Market for restaurants that local reporting says may be serving dinner.
Grocery stores in Miami
| Store | Official page |
|---|---|
| Publix | Official page |
| Sedano’s | Official page |
| Milam’s Market | Official page |
| The Fresh Market | Official page |
| Whole Foods Market | Official page |
Publix in Miami
Publix sells fresh and frozen turkeys; the chain has multiple stores in the city. Publix holiday meals takes pre-orders for official holiday meals. A Publix spokesperson told Florida Today that 2026 orders opened October 27 and should be placed by November 23.
Sedano’s in Miami
Sedano’s is a local supermarket group with Miami-Dade stores and is a practical stop for turkeys, Cuban bread, and last-minute sides.
Milam’s Market in Miami
Milam’s Market is a local independent grocer with multiple Miami-Dade stores that sell turkeys. Milam’s Market is taking 2026 turkey and Cuban roast pork dinner orders, with pickup listed November 24 through 26; Miami Goes Local reported an order deadline of November 21.
The Fresh Market in Miami
The Fresh Market sells turkeys at its local store. The Fresh Market holiday meals offers official holiday meals; the company’s holiday page lists a pickup window of November 23 through 26.
Whole Foods Market in Miami
Whole Foods Market sells turkeys at area stores.
Prepared Thanksgiving meals in Miami
Pickup runs through Wednesday, November 25, and stores are closed Thanksgiving Day, November 26. Meals come cold and need heating at home. Call ahead to confirm Thursday hours and whether your order will be ready.
Restaurants in Miami on Thanksgiving
Miami’s 2026 Thanksgiving options run from Cuban-style takeout to waterfront hotel buffets. Miami Goes Local’s 2026 guide (published November 5, 2026) confirms Ariete in Coconut Grove, Christy’s in Coral Gables, Beauty & The Butcher, Toro Toro, Amara at Paraiso, Rusty Pelican, and several South Beach hotel rooms, among others. Book early, then call ahead to confirm hours and the holiday menu. This page does not list prices. See Milam’s Market.
Holiday hours and food safety
Walmart has announced that its stores will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026. Costco has said U.S. warehouses will be closed Thursday, November 26, 2026, “in observance of Thanksgiving.” If you usually shop one of those stores, buy the turkey earlier in the week. See what stores are open on Thanksgiving. Shop early enough to thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator. See how long to thaw a turkey and how much turkey per person. Last checked November 2026. Hours, menus, and holiday-meal deadlines change; call the store or restaurant to confirm before you go.
Sources
- Publix
- Publix holiday meals
- Sedano’s
- Milam’s Market
- The Fresh Market
- The Fresh Market holiday meals
- Whole Foods Market
- Milam’s Market
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a Thanksgiving turkey in Miami?
Start with Publix, Sedano’s, Milam’s Market, The Fresh Market, and Whole Foods Market in Miami, Florida. Use the official pages in this guide to pick a neighborhood store, ask the meat counter about a fresh bird, and buy a frozen turkey early enough to thaw it safely. Call ahead to confirm hours.
Can I order a whole prepared Thanksgiving meal in Miami?
Often yes, through a grocery holiday-meal or catering desk, or a restaurant offering to-go. 2026 deadlines and menus vary by location. Call the store or restaurant and do not wait until Wednesday night.
What restaurants are open on Thanksgiving in Miami?
Some restaurants and hotel dining rooms in and around Miami may serve Thanksgiving dinner, but hours are not guaranteed until you confirm. Call ahead before you travel.
When should I order or shop?
Order a prepared meal several days ahead. Thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator, about 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds. Do not leave warehouse-club or closed-store shopping until Thursday.
Related guides
Browse other city guides in Where to Buy Thanksgiving Dinner Near You. Smaller nearby cities are collected in the hub for Florida. For cooking and shopping help, see how much turkey per person, fresh vs. frozen turkey, how long to thaw a turkey, where to order a prepared Thanksgiving dinner, what stores are open on Thanksgiving, what restaurants are open on Thanksgiving, and how to host Thanksgiving.
Helpful kitchen tools
- TempPro TP19H 1-Second Digital Meat Thermometer — Use an instant-read thermometer so leftover turkey and reheated sides reach a safe serving temperature.
- Everyday White 16-Inch Porcelain Turkey Platter — A plain white platter is useful if you are transferring a store-bought bird or carving at the table.
- Stasher Silicone Reusable Food Storage Bags, 4-Pack — Pack leftover turkey and sides without a stack of disposable bags.
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