What’s Open/Closed Over Thanksgiving Weekend in Highland Park

HIGHLAND PARK, IL - Thanksgiving weekend means a 4-day break from work for relaxation for some, and the most hectic time of the year for others.

All federal offices will be closed on Thanksgiving.

All post offices will be closed on Thanksgiving.

All banks will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Several chain restaurants like Applebee’s, Bob Evans, IHOP and Cracker Barrell will be open on Thanksgiving. Others like The Olive Garden, Hooters and The Outback Steakhouse will be closed.
Locally on the North Shore, Restaurant Michael in Winnetka, the Real Urban BBQ locations in Highland Park and Vernon Hills and Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook will be among the ones open during at least a portion of the day on the holiday.

Call ahead for specifics and making reservations. Here’s a list of North Shore restaurants that offered Thanksgiving specials in 2015.

Chain stores like Toys ‘R Us, Macy’s, Target and Best Buy will open doors on the evening of Thanksgiving. Lincolnwood Town Center and Old Orchard Mall in Skokie will be open late on Thanksgiving and early on Black Friday.

In Highland Park, city offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday.