Need something last-minute on Easter Sunday? Here are the stores open on Easter, plus a handful that will be closed.
20 Stores Open on Easter Sunday in 2024 (and 8 That Will Be Closed)
Updated on Apr. 21, 2024
Easter Sunday is coming up quickly, and whether you’re doing a big-batch recipe or only cooking Easter dinner for four, it can be hard getting the last-minute supplies you need. You could throw something tasty together with pantry staples, but if your favorite dish calls for something special, you’ll need to go for a drive. At the very least, you’re probably craving some last-minute Easter candy.
Have no fear! Rather than arriving empty-handed, or driving around searching for an open store, we’ve rounded up which grocery stores will be open on Easter and which ones you should skip. For more, you can also check out the best places for Easter dinner delivery.
Stores Open on Easter
- Acme, stores open, pharmacy hours vary
- Albertsons, most stores open
- CVS, regular hours
- Dollar General, regular hours
- Family Dollar, hours vary
- Harris Teeter, normal hours
- Kroger, hours vary by location, pharmacies closed
- Meijer, hours vary by location
- Piggly Wiggly, hours vary by location
- RiteAid, regular hours
- Safeway, hours may vary
- ShopRite, hours vary
- Stop & Shop, hours vary by location
- Trader Joe’s, hours vary by location
- Vons, most stores open
- Walgreens, hours may vary by location
- Walmart, most open, regular hours
- Wegmans, most open, hours vary by location
- Whole Foods, hours vary by location
- Winn Dixie, hours vary by location
Stores Closed on Easter
While many chains will be open on Easter, others like Target and Aldi are granting their hard-working employees a day off.
For stores with varying hours, or for information on your local mom-and-pop shop, call or visit their website for exact hours. Before you move ahead, get to know which stores are open on Christmas Day.
Easter Treats to Make at Home
Coconut Egg NestsLooking for an Easter activity that kids will enjoy assembling and eating? Try these sweet birds nest cookies. They're a snap to make and call for just a few ingredients. —Tonya Hamrick, Wallace, West Virginia
Marshmallow Easter EggsI've been making these wonderful marshmallow Easter eggs for years. These candies are a big hit with marshmallow lovers. —Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania
Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow CremeWith only five ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, creamy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow creme is one of the easiest treats. It makes a great food gift, too!
Homemade Chocolate Easter EggsI roll out these chocolate Easter eggs when the weather gets warm. The recipe is over 35 years old; my high school economics teacher had us make it as a class project. Sometimes I substitute butterscotch or vanilla pudding for the chocolate. —Julie Warren, Conyers, Georgia
To balance out all the sweets, make sure to have plenty of appetizers, entrees, seasonal sides and other Easter recipes at the ready.
Bunny TailsMy granddaughters and I came up with this clever and easy idea for Easter. —Kelly Ciepluch, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Bird’s Nest TreatsI make this birds nest recipe in the spring when the birds are starting to build their own nests. They are so easy to make and disappear just as fast. —Pam Painter, Poseyville, Indiana
Chocolate Angel Food CandyAlso called fairy food or sponge candy, this candy is crunchy, honeycombed, chocolate-covered and irresistible. You might want to hide it until Christmas! —Geralyn Emmerich, Hubertus, Wisconsin
Black Cherry Swirl FudgeThis colorful treat is sure to satisfy the sweetest tooth in any family! It's always been a favorite with my nine kids, eight grandkids and my Bible study group. I vary the soft-drink flavors to get colors that match other holidays during the year. —Pauletta Bushnell, Lebanon, Oregon
Peanut Butter Rice Crispy BallsThese simple and tasty peanut butter Rice Krispie balls only require five ingredients.
Bird NestsThis is a fun, kid-friendly recipe I pulled together a few years ago. My kids love helping me make these. —Jessica Boivin, Nekoosa, Wisconsin
Easter Bunny TreatsOur whole family has fun making these bunny-riffic treats together. They are just so cute! —Holly Jost, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Salted Peanut RollsA Christmas gift of homemade candy is always a hit with sweet tooths. I dip these peanut rolls in chocolate, but they're yummy plain, too. —Elizabeth Hokanson, Arborg, Manitoba. Check out these resurrection rolls that will surprise and delight kids of all ages.
Sprinkle FudgeThis decadent birthday cake fudge is the perfect thing to make your big day special. Or prepare it ahead and package it as a surprise gift for a friend. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Chocolate Butterscotch HaystacksThese chocolate haystack cookies are classic and couldn't be simpler to make. They're delightfully crunchy and made with just three ingredients.
Trail Mix ClustersThese delicious snacks make wonderful gifts, and although they look and taste like they came from an expensive chocolate shop, they couldn't be more guilt-free. The dried fruit and nuts are heart-healthy and full of fiber. Bet you can't eat just one! —Alina Niemi, Honolulu, Hawaii
Pretzel Strawberry BarkThis is my candy version of the classic strawberry pretzel dessert. It uses ruby chocolate, which is fairly new on the market. If you can't find it, you can substitute white chocolate in its place. —James Schend, Dairy Freed
Coconut Almond CandyThe secret ingredient in this homemade candy is a true surprise—no one tasting these delicious morsels will guess what’s in the sweet, creamy filling! —Katrina Smith, Lawrence, Kansas
Nut Butter CupsMy indulgent, nutty treat is simple to make and looks fabulous. At our house, we use all-natural ingredients for them. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Rainbow StrawberriesDip fresh strawberries in melted candy-coated discs to create a rainbow of color. Or get adventurous and make a unicorn. The creative possibilities are endless. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Peeps HouseCreate a sweet house for your favorite Easter basket treat. Use pastel candies to decorate the roof and nest. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Coconut Creme ChocolatesI'm a proud wife, mom of three and grandma of many. I've cooked many things over the years, including these marshmallowy chocolates. —Dolores Wilder, Texas City, Texas
Chocolate-Covered PretzelsThese chocolate-covered pretzels came from my grandma, who loves to make candy and treats for my students. I have followed in her footsteps and make these for people at work and for other family members. —Aimee Worth, Fair Oaks, California
White Chocolate Easter Egg CandiesCandy making can be easy! Have kids help roll the candies in sprinkles, colored sugar or jimmies. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Peanut ClustersThese chewy peanut clusters, filled with sweet and salty flavors and covered in melted chocolate, couldn't be much easier to make.
Jelly Bean BarkHomemade Easter candy really doesn't get easier than this. It's so simple—all you need are three ingredients, a microwave and a pan! It makes a perfect gift. —Mavis Dement, Marcus, Iowa
Caramel CandyCaramel candies are homemade treats that can be stored long-term to give as gifts or whenever you have a sweet craving. Wrap individually in wax paper for a traditional presentation or simply store between layers of wax paper.
Orange GumdropsI get nothing but rave reviews when I make these gumdrops and usually have to prepare three batches. The refreshing orange flavor is a nice change from the usual chocolate holiday candies. —Becky Burch, Marceline, Missouri
Chocolate-Covered EggsThese pretty little candies beat any store-bought variety hands down! Decorating them can take as little or as much effort as you like. The looks of delight on the faces of those who try them make every minute worth it. —Louise Oberfoell, Bowman, North Dakota
Turtle Dove NestsInspired by the traditional carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas," our Test Kitchen staff created these cute chocolate nests. With jelly bean eggs, they would make fun treats for Easter, too. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Pinwheel MintsBoth my grandmother and my mom used to make these eye-catching confections as a replacement for ordinary mints. When I offer them at parties, guests tell me the candies are wonderful, and then ask how I created the pretty swirl pattern. —Marilou Roth, Milford, Nebraska
Marshmallow PopsMaking these pops is a fun activity for a children's party because any age can participate. Customize them for holidays or special occasions by rolling them in coordinating colored sprinkles. —Marcia Porch, Winter Park, Florida
Magic WandsThese fun and colorful wands don't need to be made by a magician to be magical. You can change the colors to fit any party theme. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota
Marbled Orange FudgeThis decadent treat doesn't last long at our house. The Creamsicle flavor of this soft fudge brings on the smiles. Bright orange and marshmallow swirls make it a perfect takealong for events and get-togethers. —Diane Wampler, Morristown, Tennessee
