Worried you will need an emergency outfit for Easter brunch? Or maybe forget the chocolate bunny in the basket? Or you’ll leave out an ingredient while doing your shopping?
Luckily, you still have over a week to properly prep for Easter, which falls on April 5. The holiday’s date is determined by the moon and is celebrated on the Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox, according to Christianity.com.
‘Easter blackout’ refers to everything closing on Easter Sunday, such as retail, grocery and home improvement stores. Here’s what retailers will be open and closed on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Will Publix be open on Easter holiday 2026?
No. Publix locations in Florida and other states will not be open on Easter Sunday, which is Sunday, April 5. This also includes its liquor stores and pharmacies.
Of all the holidays throughout the year, Publix stores are closed only three days: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
Is Target open on Easter?
Target will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.
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Is Walmart open on Easter 2026?
Walmart only closes on Thanksgiving and Christmas, so it will be open on Easter Sunday with regular hours. This also applies to Neighborhood Market stores.
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Are Costco, Sam’s Club or BJ’s Wholesale Clubs open on Easter?
No, both Costco and Sam’s Club warehouses will be closed on Easter on April 5, 2026.
However, BJ’s Wholesale will be open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Is Aldi open on Easter?
No, Aldi stores will be closed on Easter on April 5, 2026.
Is Trader Joe’s open on Easter?
All Trader Joe’s locations will remain open during regular hours on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. It is still recommended to check with your local store beforehand.
Is Sprouts open on Easter?
Sprouts Farmers Market will be open on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. However, hours may vary by location, so check ahead.
Is Winn-Dixie open on Easter?
Winn-Dixie stores will be open regular hours on Easter, April 5, 2026.
Will Whole Foods be open on Easter?
Most Whole Foods stores will open at their regular time on Easter, April 5, 2026, but with modified hours.
Customers can use the company’s store locator tool to confirm their local store’s hours.
Which pharmacies are open on Easter? CVS, Walgreens hours
CVS will be open for Easter on Sunday, April 5, 2026. However, holidays may impact store pickup availability hours. Check local hours on the CVS store locator here.
Most Walgreens stores will be open on Easter, though local hours may vary. Check your nearest store’s hours.
Is Lowe’s closing stores on Easter?
Yes, all Lowe’s stores will be closed on the holiday.
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Is Home Depot closing stores on Easter?
No, Home Depot stores are typically open on Easter.
Are TJ Maxx, Marshall’s or HomeGoods open on Easter?
No, all three stores will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Is IKEA open on Easter?
Yes, IKEA stores will be open with reduced hours on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Check your local IKEA store’s hours here.
Are UPS and FedEx open on Easter? Will packages be delivered?
UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on Easter. UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company’s website. Check with your local store for specific hours of operation.
UPS Express Critical service is available 365 days a year, according to the company’s website. Visit upsexpresscritical.com for more information.
Most of FedEx’s pickup and delivery services will not be available on Easter, according to the company’s website. FedEx Office hours will also be modified, so it is best to check with your local store for their specific hours.
FedEx Custom Critical, however, is available 24/7, according to the company.
When is the Eastern Orthodox Easter?
The Eastern Orthodox Church calculates Easter a little differently than the Gregorian Calendar; it uses the Julian Calendar introduced by Julius Caesar.
The Julian Calendar places Easter on Sunday, April 12 this year.
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