NRF will hold a media call on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
But numbers of those dining out not changing much, survey finds.
“Even though holiday shopping continues to pull forward, some of the busiest shopping days of the year are during the five-day Thanksgiving weekend”
This is now the retailer's 7th year in a row closing for Thanksgiving and Black Friday
Last year’s virtual event will be replaced by a live parade this year
The retailer plans to offer its Black Friday deals online.
The mass merchant is planning to close its stores for Thanksgiving this year.