Quick scoop: In New Zealand on Easter Sunday , most shops are closed because it is a restricted trading day , but some places can still open.

What’s usually open

Some businesses can trade on Easter Sunday, including:

  • Dairies / small grocery shops.
  • Service stations.
  • Takeaways, cafes, and bars.
  • Pharmacies.
  • Garden centres.
  • Tourist areas and places with local council approval.

What’s usually closed

  • Supermarkets are generally closed in restricted areas.
  • Most retail shops must close unless they fall under an exemption.
  • The rules can vary by district , so what’s open in one area may be closed in another.

Useful note

Easter Sunday is not a public holiday , but it still has special shopping restrictions under New Zealand trading rules.

If you want, I can also give you a city-by-city NZ Easter Sunday open list or a quick checklist for supermarkets, malls, and restaurants.