Easter 2026 Store and Restaurant Hours: What’s Open and Closed?
Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026. Shoppers should confirm hours before heading out for last-minute groceries or supplies.
Filmogaz.com reviewed major chains and service providers to help readers plan. Local hours can differ by store and region.
Retailers open on Easter Sunday
The following national and regional stores typically remain open on Easter Sunday. Confirm with your local location before traveling.
- CVS
- Dollar General
- Home Depot
- Food Lion
- Kroger
- IKEA
- Stop & Shop (pharmacies closed)
- Trader Joe’s
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods (many stores close early, typically by 6 p.m. or 8 p.m.)
Retailers and department stores closed on Easter Sunday
Several big-box and specialty chains will be closed for the holiday. A few exceptions exist at select locations.
- ALDI
- Costco
- HomeGoods
- Homesense
- JCPenney
- Kohl’s
- Lowe’s
- Macy’s
- Marshalls
- Michaels
- Target
- TJ Maxx
- Sierra
- Trader Joe’s in Portland, Maine
- Whole Foods in Portland, Maine
- Nordstrom (most closed; a few California, Florida, and New York locations may open)
Restaurants and fast-food chains open
Many national chains will serve customers on Easter. Availability can vary by franchise and market.
- Applebee’s (select locations)
- Domino’s
- Dunkin’
- IHOP
- McDonald’s
- Subway
- Taco Bell
Mail and delivery services
The United States Postal Service will keep retail locations open and continue deliveries on Easter Sunday. FedEx will operate limited services.
FedEx retail outlets will have modified hours. Shipping will be limited to FedEx Custom Critical and FedEx Logistics.
UPS will suspend all services on Sunday for the holiday.
Financial markets
Good Friday, April 3, closed the markets. Trading resumes Monday, April 6.
Planning tips
Check local store and restaurant hours before you go. This will clarify what’s open and closed in your area.
Expect some supermarkets to close early. Call ahead for pharmacy and deli schedules to avoid surprises.
