Quick Scoop: On Easter, the shops most likely to be open are grocery chains, pharmacies, convenience stores, and some big-box or home-improvement stores, but hours are often reduced and vary by location.

Usually Open

  • Grocery stores: Walmart, Wegmans, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, ShopRite, BJ’s Wholesale, and Hy-Vee were listed as open at many locations for Easter 2026.
  • Pharmacies and convenience stores: CVS, Walgreens, 7-Eleven, Wawa, and similar chains are often open, usually with shorter holiday hours.
  • Some retail stores: Ace Hardware, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, IKEA, Ulta Beauty, Barnes & Noble, Petco, PetSmart, Old Navy, GameStop, and Sephora were reported as open at many locations.
  • Home improvement: The Home Depot was expected to be open, while Lowe’s and Menards were reported closed in the cited roundup.

Usually Closed

  • Target, Costco, Sam’s Club, Aldi, Big Y, and most major department stores were reported as closed on Easter in the 2026 roundup.
  • Many chains such as Apple Store, Best Buy, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Marshalls, Nordstrom, Staples, and TJ Maxx were also listed as closed.

Best Move

  • Check your local store before heading out, because holiday hours can vary by branch and some stores open for only part of the day.
  • If you need groceries or medicine, it is safest to shop early on Easter Sunday or the day before.

If you want, I can also give you a country-specific list or a nearby- store checklist for your area.