How do countries around the world celebrate Easter?
Easter varies greatly around the world.
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Whether you’re looking for last-minute shopping or snacking with Easter approaching, consumers have plenty of options to choose from on Sunday.
Many retail, grocery and restaurant chains across the country will remain open on Easter Sunday, although some will have reduced hours. Several businesses will close, including Costco, Target, and Macy’s. Most banks, post offices and delivery services will also be closed on Easter.
According to the History Channel, Easter this year falls on Sunday, April 5th. According to the History Channel, Easter is one of many “moving holidays” during the liturgical year, so the day the holiday is celebrated varies from year to year.
Other examples include Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday. This holiday is important to millions of people around the world who practice Christianity, as it celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ after a 40-day period known as Lent.
When is Easter in 2026?
Easter this year falls on Sunday, April 5th.
Is Walmart open on Easter?
Yes, Walmart stores will be open as usual on Easter, according to the company’s website. Most Walmart stores are open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Is Target open on Easter?
No, Target stores will be closed on Easter Sunday this year, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Costco, Sam’s Club, or BJ’s Wholesale open on Easter?
Both Costco and Sam’s Club warehouses will close on April 5, according to the companies’ websites. BJ’s warehouses will be open on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., according to the company’s website.
Are CVS and Walgreens open on Easter?
CVS stores will be open on Easter, but some stores may have reduced hours. We encourage customers to call their local store or check business hours online at CVS.com before visiting.
Walgreens stores and pharmacies will be open as usual on Easter, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Home Depot, Lowe’s, or Ace Hardware open on Easter?
Home Depot stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, while Lowe’s stores will be closed, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Most Ace Hardware stores will be open on Easter, but stores are independently owned and operated and business hours vary by store. We recommend contacting your local store to confirm Easter hours.
Are banks, post offices, UPS, and FedEx open on Easter?
On Sunday, April 5th, U.S. Postal Service facilities will be closed to retail transactions and will not be delivering regular personal or business mail. Priority Mail Express delivers 365 days a year, including Sundays.
UPS and FedEx pickup and delivery services are not available during Easter. The company’s website says UPS Store locations may be closed and FedEx business hours will change.
Easter falls on a Sunday, so banks that normally close on Sunday will also close on Easter Sunday.
Restaurants open on Easter 2026
The following restaurants are open April 5th.
- mcdonalds
- starbucks
- dunkin
- burger king
- cracker barrel
- Wendy’s
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger
- shake shack
- golden enclosure
- olive garden
- longhorn steakhouse
- apple bees
- ihop
- waffle house
- kentucky fried chicken
- subway
- taco bell
- bonefish grill
- fire department submarine
- cheesecake factory
- panera bread
- krispy kreme
- whataburger
- longhorn steakhouse
- First viewing
The following restaurants are closed April 5th.
- Chick-fil-A
- chipotle pepper
- grow a cane
Grocery store opens on Easter 2026
The following grocery stores are open For Easter. The business hours of the provider company are listed.
- walmart
- Most Kroger Family of Companies stores (Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Food Company, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gervez, Jaycee Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Payless Supermarkets, Pick ‘n Save, QFC, Ralph’s, Ruler and Smith’s Food and Drug) will remain open on Sundays.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club
- trader joe’s
- food lion
- whole foods
- safeway
- wegmans
- Meyer; 6 a.m. to midnight
- harris teeter
- Most Albertsons banner stores (Safeway, Albertsons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Vons, Tom Thumb) open on Easter.
- riddle
- A huge eagle. The store closes at 4 p.m.
- winn dixie
The following grocery stores are closed For Easter.
- costco
- Sam’s Club
- target
- aldi
- Publix
Retail store opens on Easter 2026
The stores are listed below. open Business hours are listed in the provider list.
- Home Depot; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- ace hardware
- sephora
- Barnes & Noble
- Bass Pro Shop; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Cabela’s. From 10am to 7pm
- Rei; From noon to 6 p.m.
- IKEA stores close at 6 p.m.
- petco
- PetSmart; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Tractor supply company; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The stores are listed below. closed April 5th.
- target
- TJ Maxx
- Marshall’s
- home goods
- lowe’s
- Macy’s
- kohls
- victoria’s secret
- berg
- office depot
- office max
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
