What's open on Easter? Walmart, McDonald's open, Costco closed

Expect to find more stores and restaurants open on Easter than Thanksgiving and Christmas.

While you'll have more options in case you run out of marshmallow Peeps, eggs or need an Easter ham, several major retailers will still be closed — including Costco, Sam's Club, Best Buy and Target. Many malls and department stores are also typically closed for the holiday.

Several grocery store chains, including Walmart and Kroger, will be open Sunday along with drugstore chains CVS and Walgreens, though hours may be reduced. Some pharmacies will be closed or have limited hours for the holiday.

For the third year in a row, Lowe's will be closed on the holiday while Home Depot will remain closed.

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Most major fast food chains are open Sunday — including Starbucks, McDonald's, Taco Bell and more.

Store and restaurant hours can vary by location and can be affected by state or local laws. Some stores with mall locations will be closed while locations in plazas will be open.

Yes, Walmart stores are open on Easter, a long-running tradition. Since the pandemic, stores have been closed on Thanksgiving for the last two years as well as on Christmas.

Many Dunkin' and Starbucks locations will be open for the holiday but expect hours to be limited.

Yes, Target is closed this Easter like in past years. Stores also will be closed every Thanksgiving moving forward, a decision announced in November.

Costco traditionally stays closed on major holidays including Thanksgiving, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

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Hours can vary and not all locations will be open. In some cases, store websites have not been updated to reflect holiday hours, so call your closest location or check your apps before heading out.

The following stores are closed Sunday:

This list also includes convenience stores and drugstore chains:

The following stores are closed Sunday:

Almost all national chains are open Sunday, but check with your closest location as not all locations will be and hours will vary. Some restaurant websites do not have updated holiday hours, so calling ahead is suggested.

Check with your closest location before heading out as not all locations are open. Some restaurant websites do not have updated holiday hours, so call ahead or check apps.

Many locally owned and regional chain restaurants also will be open Easter, such as Four Pegs, The Raven and The Gameyard. Restaurants located in hotels often are open on holidays. Find additional restaurants by searching social media and looking on OpenTable, an online reservation service.

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