What’s Open and Closed on Easter Sunday 2025? Walmart, Target, Grocery Stores, Pharmacies & More

On Easter Sunday, 2025, what places are open and closed? Target, pharmacies, grocery stores, and more

Easter Sunday has a profound spiritual significance for billions of Christians worldwide. On April 20 in 2025, Easter will be celebrated as a day of joy, family get-togethers, worship, and reflection. While many people spend the day at church or at Easter brunch, others might find that they need to pick up something last-minute. Knowing which stores are open can save time and alleviate stress, whether you're looking for dinner ingredients or an Easter gift at the last minute. This comprehensive list of grocery stores, pharmacies, department stores, and other establishments that will be open and closed on Easter Sunday 2025 is provided below. ---

Grocery Stores: Make Your Plans Early, as Many Are Closed You will need to be selective if you want to buy groceries on Easter Sunday. While a few large grocery store chains will remain open with altered hours, many will be "closed." Easter Sunday: Closed - Aldi

- [Costco] - H-E-B

- "Sam's Club" Be sure to finish your shopping before these chains usually close on major holidays like Easter. Easter Sunday: Open: - The Albertsons - Safeway, Inc. - Jewelry Osco - Acme

- Vons

- The Tom Thumb - Trader Joe's (*Note: All locations will be open, with the exception of those in Portland, Maine) Go to one of the open grocery stores listed above if you need eggs, fresh produce, or Easter basket fillers. Be sure to check the hours of your local store because they may change based on where you are and local holiday schedules. ---

Department Stores and Retail Chains: Most of the Time Closed Planning a last-minute shopping trip for an Easter outfit or gift? The majority of major department and clothing stores will remain closed throughout the day. Easter Sunday: Closed - The Target - Macy’s

• - J.C. Penney - Kohl’s
• - The Marshalls - T.J. Maxx

- "Home Goods" - The Sierra -- "Homesense" Due to the fact that these retailers observe Easter Sunday as a holiday for their employees, these closures are consistent with previous years. Easter Sunday: Open:- Walmart: Walmart can be a lifesaver for last-minute requirements because it is one of the few national retailers that remains open on Easter. ---

Limited Options for Home Improvement and Craft Stores The Easter weekend is a popular time for home improvement projects and spring cleaning. However, if you intend to buy supplies in bulk, keep in mind that numerous craft and home improvement stores will be closed. Easter Sunday:Closed - Lowe’s

Michaels, - - The Hobby Lobby Easter Sunday: Open: - Home Depot — Despite the fact that Home Depot will remain open, it is essential to verify the hours of your local store because they may be reduced in light of the holiday. ---

Pharmacies: Most of them open later The majority of pharmacies will remain open, but only for a limited time, for essential services. You are in luck if you need to pick up a prescription or some medicine; just remember to check first. Easter Sunday: Open: Walgreens: The majority of locations will be open, though some may have reduced hours. - CVS — Open all over the country, though hours may vary by location. If you want to pick up medications that need to be taken right away, it's always a good idea to call ahead or check your store's hours online, especially if you plan to do so online. ---

This is a quick reference table. | Category | Open | Closed | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|

| Groceries: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Acme, and Trader Joe's; Aldi, Costco, H-E-B, and Sam's Club; Walmart, Target, Macy's, Kohl's, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and other retailers are examples of retail establishments. |

Home Depot (check local hours) | Home Improvement | Lowe's, Michael's, and Hobby Lobby | | Pharmacies | CVS, Walgreens (with reduced hours) | — | Trader Joe's will only be open in Portland, Maine. ---

Religious Importance and the United States Trends

Easter is still one of the most widely observed Christian holidays in the United States. Numerous families celebrate at home and attend church services. A poll conducted by Gallup in 2023 found: - Sixty-eight percent of Americans identify as Christians. - 33% are Protestant - 22% Catholic

- Another Christian group makes up [13%] As a result, many businesses decide to "close on Easter Sunday" so that employees can spend the holiday with loved ones and the community. ---

Last-Minute Advice Before You Leave - For the most recent holiday hours, please check the website or app of your local store. - You can anticipate reduced operating hours or a lack of staff at some open locations. If you are aware that you will require gifts, essentials, or groceries, you might want to consider "pre-shopping."