Easter 2026 Store Hours: What Shoppers Need to Know

Walmart will remain open on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, operating under its regular schedule from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. While many retailers adjust their hours or close for the holiday, Walmart continues to offer a reliable option for last-minute shopping.

As Easter arrives, whether you're hosting a gathering at home or traveling to celebrate with family and friends, shoppers will still have several options for groceries and essentials.

However, not all businesses will be open. Many restaurants and retail stores will close for the holiday, and services such as banks, post offices, shipping providers, and the stock market will also be shut down for the day.

Grocery Stores Open on Easter

In addition to Walmart, several major grocery chains will remain open, though hours may vary by location:

• Most Kroger-owned stores (including Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, King Soopers, Ralphs, and others)

• BJ’s Wholesale Club

• Trader Joe’s

• Food Lion

• Whole Foods

• Safeway

• Wegmans

• Meijer (6 a.m. to midnight)

• Harris Teeter

• Albertsons family stores (including Jewel-Osco, ACME, Vons, and Tom Thumb)

• Lidl

• Giant Eagle (closing at 4 p.m.)

• Winn-Dixie

Grocery Stores Closed on Easter

The following retailers will be closed for the holiday:

• Costco

• Sam’s Club

• Target

• Aldi

• Publix