Most Target stores in the U.S. open at 8:00 AM, but exact opening times can vary slightly by location and by day (especially Sundays and holidays).

Usual opening time

  • Most regular Target stores: 8:00 AM Monday through Sunday.
  • Some busy or urban locations may open earlier (around 7:00 AM), especially during peak seasons like back‑to‑school or the holidays.

Day-by-day pattern

  • Monday–Saturday: commonly 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.
  • Sunday: often still opens at 8:00 AM, but some stores have slightly shorter overall hours and may close around 9:00 PM.

Holiday and special days

  • Closed on: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day at most locations.
  • Reduced or special hours on: Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and Black Friday (which may open earlier than usual, sometimes 6–7 AM).

How to check your local store

Because hours vary by city and even by neighborhood, the most reliable way to know “when Target opens” near you is to:

  • Use the Target store locator or app and enter your ZIP code or city. It will show today’s opening time for your exact store.
  • Or check your store on Google Maps, which usually displays today’s opening and closing hours.

In short: plan on 8:00 AM, but always double‑check your specific store online before you go, especially on Sundays or holidays.