Thanksgiving is here, which means people who are hosting the holiday festivities at their home this year are likely already preparing to receive guests. The good news for those in charge of the cooking this year is that plenty of grocery stores will be open if you forget to grab something and need to make a last-minute trip.

Ready to walk off that turkey and pumpkin pie you just gobbled down? Here's where you can shop in-person on turkey day.

What are Kroger's Thanksgiving Hours? Now you may be wondering what Kroger's Thanksgiving hours are, but the answer to that isn't totally straightforward. Kroger stores typically operate on a modified schedule during the holiday season—opening early to accommodate last-minute shoppers—but they also close early to allow employees time with their families.

Kroger grocery stores are closing early on Thanksgiving Day. Kroger officials said stores in the Cincinnati/Dayton division will close early at 5 p.m. All pharmacies will be closed with the exception of the following stores,