Quick answer: Thanksgiving 2026 is Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Sacramento, California. Verified grocery options on this page include Bel Air, Whole Foods Market, Safeway, Trader Joe’s, Costco Sacramento, and Costco Cal Expo. Restaurant hours change; call ahead if you want to eat out. Last checked November 2026. Call the store or restaurant to confirm hours, stock, and deadlines before you go.
In Sacramento, California, Thanksgiving 2026 falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Official grocery pages for Bel Air, Whole Foods Market, Safeway, Trader Joe’s, Costco Sacramento, and Costco Cal Expo are the starting point for a fresh or frozen turkey. Costco Sacramento is listed in the city and, like other U.S. Costco warehouses, is closed on Thanksgiving Day, so shop earlier in the week. Raley’s, a Sacramento-area grocer, also has an official Bel Air store page at 4320 Arden Way.
Grocery stores in Sacramento
| Store | Official page |
|---|---|
| Bel Air | Official page |
| Whole Foods Market | Official page |
| Safeway | Official page |
| Trader Joe’s | Official page |
| Costco Sacramento | Official page |
| Costco Cal Expo | Official page |
Safeway and Trader Joe’s both have official Sacramento location pages. Use the Safeway Sacramento locations page and the Trader Joe’s Sacramento locations page to pick a neighborhood store, then call ahead to confirm that turkeys are in stock and what the Thanksgiving hours will be.
Bel Air in Sacramento
Raley’s, a Sacramento-area grocer, also has an official Bel Air store page at 4320 Arden Way.
Whole Foods Market in Sacramento
Whole Foods operates an official Sacramento store.
Safeway in Sacramento
Use Safeway Sacramento locations page to pick a neighborhood store or check a menu, then call ahead to confirm turkey stock, Thanksgiving hours, and any prepared-meal deadline.
Trader Joe’s in Sacramento
Use Trader Joe’s Sacramento locations page to pick a neighborhood store or check a menu, then call ahead to confirm turkey stock, Thanksgiving hours, and any prepared-meal deadline.
Costco Sacramento
Use Sacramento warehouse page to pick a neighborhood store or check a menu, then call ahead to confirm turkey stock, Thanksgiving hours, and any prepared-meal deadline.
Costco Cal Expo
Use Cal Expo warehouse page to pick a neighborhood store or check a menu, then call ahead to confirm turkey stock, Thanksgiving hours, and any prepared-meal deadline.
Prepared Thanksgiving meals in Sacramento
Many Sacramento Safeway, Raley’s/Bel Air, and Whole Foods stores take orders for whole Thanksgiving meals or heat-and-serve trays, but 2026 deadlines and menus vary by location.
Restaurants in Sacramento on Thanksgiving
Hotel restaurants and some neighborhood dining rooms in Sacramento may serve Thanksgiving dinner, but official 2026 hours were not posted on a restaurant page we could verify at the time this guide was written.
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. Reheat leftovers to 165°F, and get perishable food into the refrigerator within 2 hours. Thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator, about 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds — see how long to thaw a turkey. Last checked November 2026. Hours, menus, and holiday-meal deadlines change; call the store or restaurant to confirm before you go.
Sources
- Bel Air store page at 4320 Arden Way
- Sacramento store
- Safeway Sacramento locations page
- Trader Joe’s Sacramento locations page
- Sacramento warehouse page
- Cal Expo warehouse page
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a Thanksgiving turkey in Sacramento?
Start with Bel Air, Whole Foods Market, Safeway, Trader Joe’s, Costco Sacramento, and Costco Cal Expo in Sacramento, California. 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 Sacramento?
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 Sacramento?
Official 2026 hours were not posted on a restaurant page we could verify when this guide was written. Confirm on the restaurant’s own page, and call ahead to confirm hours.
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 California. 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
- OXO Good Grips Chef’s Precision Oven Thermometer — confirm the oven is at the temperature you need to reheat a prepared meal.
- OXO Good Grips 7.75-Inch Professional Slicing Knife — carve a grocery or restaurant turkey cleanly.
- Pyrex Deep 9×13-Inch Glass Baking Dish with Lid — reheat sides and pack leftovers.
- Stasher Silicone Reusable Food Storage Bags, 4-Pack — send leftovers home.
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