Which grocery stores are open, which will be closed, on Easter Sunday? Here’s a list

Easter Sunday during the coronavirus pandemic will look a little different, even for grocery stores.

Workers at many popular chains have adjusted hours and worked under stressful conditions for several weeks as coronavirus spreads. Some stores are using the holiday to give their workers an opportunity to rest. Others are typically shut down for Easter.

It’s always a good idea to check your local store’s hours before heading to the store, but here’s a list of which big chains will be open and closed Sunday.

What stores are closed Easter Sunday?

Several chains will be shut down on Easter, including:

• Aldi (except in California)

• BJ’s Wholesale Club

• Costco

• Publix

• Sam’s Club

• Target

• Trader Joe’s

Under stay-at-home and shelter-in-place orders, non-essential business are already shut down in the majority of states. Non-essential businesses often include retail and department stores.

What is open Easter Sunday?

Many essential businesses are staying open, even on Easter Sunday. Here are some of the grocery chains that have reported to be open.

• Albertsons

• Fred Meyer, with adjusted hours

• Harris Teeter (may vary by location)

• Kroger, with adjusted hours

• Walmart

• Whole Foods

This story was originally published April 11, 2020 at 5:07 PM with the headline "Which grocery stores are open, which will be closed, on Easter Sunday? Here’s a list."