Is McDonald's Open on Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving may be a time for everyone come together over a table full of stuffing, green bean casserole, creamy mashed potatoes and juicy turkey, but for some folks, the day is just another one in the wind. And for the latter, that usually means heading the nearest fast food joint to have dinner.

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While there are plenty of restaurants that are fresh for the picking, the first place that comes to mind for many is McDonald's. But as the holiday usually brings with it closures of many business, it begs the question: Will McDonald's be open on Thanksgiving Day?

Is McDonald's Open on Thanksgiving?

Whether you're planning to head to your nearest McDonald's to grab breakfast before your Thanksgiving shift or need to grab a Big Mac meal to hold you over before the big festivities, it's important to know before you pull up to the drive-thru if the popular fast food spot is actually open. And while there are plenty of other fast food restaurants that will be closed for the day — like Chick-fil-A — fans of the Golden Arches will be happy to know that McDonald's will be open on Thanksgiving Day.

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What Are McDonald's Thanksgiving Hours?

If you're looking to go grab yourself an order of free fries on Thanksgiving, you'll want to check your local restaurant for their hours of operation. While most locations are slated to be open nationwide, the hours may vary by location, so it's best to double check before getting yourself excited for your favorite meal.

Still need a few side dishes to go along with your Thanksgiving meal after you have your snack from Mickey D's? These side dish casserole recipes will do the trick.

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