Rite Aid hours

Rite Aid permanently closed all of its remaining stores on October 3, 2025 after the second Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in May 2025. No Rite Aid pharmacies remain open in the United States. Most prescription records transferred to CVS Pharmacy, with additional transfers to Walgreens, Albertsons, Kroger, and Giant Eagle. Customers can still retrieve prescription history and immunization records through the legacy portal at riteaid.com/pharmacy-records.

Rite Aid permanently closed all of its stores nationwide on October 3, 2025, ending more than 60 years in business. The chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a second time in May 2025 and liquidated its remaining assets.

If you are searching for your nearest Rite Aid hours, the answer is that no Rite Aid stores remain open in the United States. The questions that matter now are where your prescription records went and which pharmacy is closest to you.

Most Rite Aid prescription files transferred to CVS Pharmacy (the largest buyer, with 625 stores worth of files plus 64 physical stores in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington), with additional transfers to Walgreens, Albertsons, Kroger, and Giant Eagle.

Read on for the full closure timeline, prescription transfer guide, and the customer service number that still works for legacy support.

Is Rite Aid open today?

Rite Aid generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

Rite Aid weekly hours

Rite Aid holiday hours

Is Rite Aid open on Saturday?

No. Rite Aid permanently closed all stores nationwide on October 3, 2025, so Saturday access is no longer possible. Before the closure, most Rite Aid stores opened 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM Saturday and pharmacies opened 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (or 5:00 PM in some markets). For Saturday pharmacy needs now, visit a nearby CVS Pharmacy (which acquired prescription files from 625 Rite Aid stores) or Walgreens.

Is Rite Aid open on Sunday?

No. All Rite Aid stores closed permanently on October 3, 2025. Before the closure, most Rite Aid pharmacies opened 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday with shorter hours than weekdays. The store front opened 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Sunday pharmacy access is now best handled by CVS Pharmacy or Walgreens, the two largest acquirers of Rite Aid prescription files. The Rite Aid prescription records portal at riteaid.com/pharmacy-records remains active.

Find a Rite Aid store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official Rite Aid store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

Rite Aid hours - frequently asked questions

Are any Rite Aid stores still open?

No. Rite Aid permanently closed all of its remaining stores on October 3, 2025. The chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a second time in May 2025 and liquidated its assets through a series of pharmacy file sales to competitors. At its peak in 2008, Rite Aid operated 5,059 stores; the final 56 stores closed on October 3, 2025.

Where did my Rite Aid prescriptions transfer to?

Most Rite Aid prescription records transferred to CVS Pharmacy, which acquired prescription files from 625 stores plus 64 physical store locations in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Walgreens, Albertsons, Kroger, and Giant Eagle each acquired prescription files from additional Rite Aid locations. To find your specific records, contact your nearest CVS or Walgreens, or use the Rite Aid prescription records portal at riteaid.com/pharmacy-records.

How do I get my Rite Aid prescription history?

Rite Aid still operates an online portal at riteaid.com/pharmacy-records where former customers can request prescription history and immunization records. You can also transfer your prescriptions to a new pharmacy by contacting that pharmacy directly. CVS, Walgreens, and most other US pharmacies will handle the transfer for you with just your prescription number or medication name.

Why did Rite Aid close all stores?

Rite Aid filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy twice. The first filing was October 15, 2023, citing mounting debt and opioid litigation costs. The chain emerged as a private company in September 2024 but filed for Chapter 11 again on May 5, 2025. The second filing led to the liquidation of all remaining assets, with stores closing in waves through summer 2025 and the final 56 stores closing October 3, 2025.

Did CVS or Walgreens buy Rite Aid?

Neither CVS nor Walgreens bought Rite Aid as a whole company. Rite Aid sold its assets piece by piece during bankruptcy. CVS Pharmacy was the largest single acquirer, buying prescription files from 625 stores and 64 physical store locations in the Pacific Northwest. Walgreens acquired prescription files from many other locations. Albertsons, Kroger, and Giant Eagle also acquired prescription files from select stores.

What is the Rite Aid customer service phone number?

The Rite Aid customer service line at 1-800-748-3243 (1-800-RITE-AID) is still active for legacy customer support, including prescription record requests and account questions. The fraud reporting line is 1-888-748-3225. For prescription refills or current pharmacy needs, contact your new pharmacy directly (most likely CVS or Walgreens).

Is Rite Aid still open on Sunday?

No. Rite Aid permanently closed all stores nationwide on October 3, 2025. There are no Rite Aid stores open on Sunday or any other day. Before the closure, most Rite Aid pharmacies opened 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday with shorter hours than weekdays. For Sunday pharmacy access now, visit your nearest CVS or Walgreens.

Was Rite Aid ever open 24 hours?

Yes, before the closure. A small number of Rite Aid stores operated 24 hours, mostly in California, Pennsylvania, and other markets where the chain had concentrated stores. The 24-hour locations closed along with all other Rite Aid stores by October 3, 2025. For 24-hour pharmacy access now, check your nearest CVS or Walgreens, both of which run 24-hour locations in many markets.

Was Rite Aid open on Thanksgiving and Christmas?

Before the closure, Rite Aid was closed nationwide on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The chain confirmed this on its official Twitter account, citing time with families for team members. Twenty-four-hour Rite Aid stores closed at 8 AM on Thanksgiving and reopened at 8 AM on Black Friday. Since October 3, 2025, all Rite Aid stores are closed every day permanently.

How can I find a CVS or Walgreens near me to replace Rite Aid?

Use the CVS Pharmacy store locator at cvs.com or the Walgreens store finder at walgreens.com to find the closest replacement pharmacy. Both chains operate thousands of US stores and either may have already received your prescription file from Rite Aid. If you cannot find your prescriptions at the new pharmacy, call them with your medication name and they will transfer the record from Rite Aid systems.

Did Rite Aid have a pharmacy lunch closure like Walgreens?

Some Rite Aid pharmacies historically closed for a midday break (typically 30 minutes for a pharmacist meal break), but the practice was less universal than at Walgreens or CVS Target. The lunch closure pattern varied by location. This is now moot since all Rite Aid stores have closed permanently as of October 3, 2025.

What were Rite Aid's hours before the closure?

Before the October 3, 2025 closure, typical Rite Aid hours were: store 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM at most locations, with some 24-hour stores. Pharmacy hours were typically 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday. Hours varied significantly by region and by individual store. These hours are no longer in effect; the chain is closed.

Rite Aid customer service: 1-800-748-3243 - call to confirm hours or ask questions.

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Last verified: May 2026 against Rite Aid's official store locator and press releases.

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