Easter Day has arrived, and whether you’re planning a Sunday brunch, heading out for last-minute ingredients, or simply wondering which stores and restaurants are open today, we’ve got you covered with a complete guide to Easter 2025 operating hours across the U.S. Although Easter Sunday isn’t a federal holiday, many major retailers and food chains either close entirely or adjust their hours. With April 20 marking the holiday this year, here’s a full breakdown of what’s open, what’s closed, and what has modified hours—so you’re not left guessing.
Grocery Stores and Retailers OPEN on Easter Day 2025
If you need to grab groceries, gifts, or essentials, these stores will be open on Sunday, April 20 — but it’s still wise to double-check your local store hours as they may vary by location:
- Walmart – Open regular hours unless restricted by local laws
- Kroger – Open
- CVS – Most locations open
- Walgreens – Open
- Trader Joe’s – All locations open except the Portland, Maine store
- Wegmans – Stores open, but pharmacy counters are closed
- Stop & Shop – Open
- Whole Foods Market – Open
- Dollar General – Open
- Sephora – Open
- Petco – Open
- UPS Stores – Some open, but hours vary
Special Holiday Hours on Easter Sunday
Some stores are limiting their hours for the holiday:
- Home Depot – Most stores open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- IKEA – Operating with reduced hours, typically 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- FedEx Office – Select locations open with modified hours
Major Stores and Retailers CLOSED on Easter 2025
Several large retailers will remain closed on Easter, continuing a tradition of giving employees the day off:
- Target
- Costco
- Sam’s Club
- Best Buy
- ALDI
- Lowe’s
- Publix
- HomeGoods
- TJ Maxx
- Marshalls
- Michaels
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Kohl’s
- JCPenney
- Market Basket
- Sierra
- Nordstrom & Nordstrom Rack
Restaurants and Fast-Food Chains OPEN on Easter
Need a bite on the go or a casual Easter meal? Many popular fast-food chains are open today:
- McDonald’s
- Wendy’s
- Taco Bell
- Dunkin’
- Starbucks
- Subway
- Cracker Barrel – Open regular hours
- Olive Garden – Open
- Golden Corral – Open
- IHOP, Applebee’s, Panera Bread – Open at most locations, but check locally
Restaurants CLOSED on Easter Sunday
Not all chains are open for the holiday. These popular spots are confirmed closed on April 20:
- Chick-fil-A
- Chipotle
- Raising Cane’s
- CAVA
- Zaxby’s
- In-N-Out
Postal & Delivery Services
- USPS – Post offices are closed, and there’s no regular mail delivery. However, Express Critical services remain available.
- FedEx – Most services are suspended, though Custom Critical is still operational.
- UPS – Limited services; check with your local store for Sunday hours.
Stock Market and Banks on Easter Weekend
- Stock Market – Closed on weekends as usual. Both the NYSE and NASDAQ will reopen Monday, April 21, with regular trading hours from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Banks – Most are closed, though that’s typical for Sundays. Online and mobile banking remain accessible.
According to the National Retail Federation, U.S. consumers are projected to spend $23.6 billion on Easter celebrations in 2025 — from candy and decorations to brunches and travel. With many people shopping or dining out at the last minute, knowing what’s open can save time and stress.
Quick Summary: What’s Open on Easter 2025?
