What stores, restaurants are open for Easter 2024?

Did you forget a basket-stuffer or part of the meal you’re serving? Or maybe you’re on the road and need a quick snack. Either way, here’s a look at what stores and restaurants are — and are not — open for Easter.

Mar 31, 2024 - 21:24
What stores, restaurants are open for Easter 2024?

(NEXSTAR) — Easter is already upon us, which means families across the country will be getting together for egg hunts, basket swaps, and Easter meals, from brunches to dinners. 

Did you forget a basket-stuffer or part of the meal you’re serving? Or maybe you’re on the road and need a quick snack. 

Either way, here’s a look at what stores and restaurants are — and are not — open for Easter 2024. 

Stores

Big Lots: A spokesperson for Big Lots tells Nexstar its stores will be open for regular hours on Easter.

CVS: While stores and pharmacies will be open on Easter, some may have limited hours, a CVS spokesperson previously told Nexstar.

Dollar General: A company spokesperson tells Nexstar that Dollar General stores will be open for regular hours on Easter Sunday.

Dollar Tree and Family Dollar: Stores will be open for their regular hours on Easter, a company spokesperson tells Nexstar.

Kroger: You’ll find the Kroger family of stores open for their normal hours on Easter Sunday, the company says online.

Sprouts: Stores will not be closed for Easter Sunday, per the Sprouts website.

Trader Joe’s: Most stores will be open for regular hours on Easter, but you can confirm your location’s hours on the Trader Joe’s website.

Walgreens: While stores will be open on Easter, your Walgreens pharmacy may be closed or only open for a few hours. Check your location’s hours online.

Walmart: Stores will be open for the regular hours, according to a Walmart spokesperson.

Wegmans: While stores will be open for Easter, Wegmans says its pharmacies may be operating under limited hours.

Whole Foods: Most Whole Foods stores will be open for Easter, the company says online, but you’ll want to check ahead for more details on modified hours.

Restaurants

Applebee’s: A company spokesperson tells Nexstar that some Applebee’s locations will be open for Easter, but hours may vary. You can check those online before heading out.

Burger King: Because Burger King restaurants are individually owned, hours may vary on Easter — you can check your location’s hours online or in the BK app.

Denny’s: The always-open restaurant will still be open on Easter Sunday. 

Domino’s: Because locations are independently owned, Domino’s restaurants may or may not be open for their regular hours on Easter. You can confirm those hours online.

Dunkin’: Your nearest Dunkin’ will likely be open for Easter, but a company spokesperson recommends checking your location’s hours online or in the mobile app.

Firehouse Subs: These restaurants are largely individually owned, meaning your local Firehouse Subs location may have different hours for Easter. You can check those hours online.

Jack in the Box: While most Jack in the Box locations are always open, hours may vary for Easter, a company spokesperson tells Nexstar. You can find local hours online. 

Jersey Mike’s: Easter hours may vary by location, Jersey Mike’s says online, reminding that you can contact your store for more information.

McDonald’s: Because restaurants are largely independently owned and operated, hours may vary on Easter at your local McDonald’s. You can check your location’s hours online.

Noodles: Select Noodles locations will be open; you can check store’s hours here.

Olive Garden: Your Olive Garden restaurant will be open for Easter, but hours may vary, according to the company.

Panera Bread: Stores will be open for Easter, Panera Bread says online, but hours may vary. The company recommends starting an online order to see your location’s specific hours.

Qdoba: A company spokesperson tells Nexstar hours may vary by Qdoba location; which you can review online. 

Red Lobster: The company tells Nexstar that Red Lobster locations will be open for normal hours on Easter. 

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Most Ruth’s Chris Steak House locations will be open for Easter; you can verify hours online.

Sonic: Because most locations are independently owned, you’ll want to check ahead before heading to your local Sonic on Easter Sunday.

Starbucks: Hours may vary, so check online before heading out to Starbucks on Easter.

Taco Bell: Restaurants will be open for Easter, Taco Bell says on its website.

Waffle House: The always-open Waffle House will be open for the Easter holiday. 

Wendy’s: Many Wendy’s locations will be open for Easter; you can check hours online.

What stores and restaurants will be closed?

In addition to Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, In-N-Out, and Raising Cane’s, these retailers will be closed on Easter, according to their websites or spokespersons. 

Before heading out to any stores or restaurants on Easter, be sure to check ahead either online or over the phone to confirm hours and staffing.

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