With Easter just a few days away, some businesses, retail stores and restaurants plan to close in observance of the Christian holiday.
This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 20. Banks, the post office, and the stock market will all be closed on Easter. Some grocery stores in Stark County will be open with limited hours.
If you find yourself needing to make a trip to the store, here’s what you can expect to be open and closed this weekend in the Stark County area:
What stores are open in Stark County?
Here’s a look at the grocery stores that will be open on Easter in the area:
- Buehler Fresh Foods: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., restaurant closed.
- Save A Lot: A representative at the Save A Lot at 906 Tuscarawas Street W said the store will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Earth Fare: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Acme: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Giant Eagle: A representative at the Giant Eagle located at 3100 Cromer Ave NW said the store will be open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Fresh Thyme: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The following chain locations will be open on Sunday, though some locations may have reduced hours, according to Democrat & Chronicle:
- Walmart: Open regular hours
- Trader Joe’s: Open during normal hours
- Meijer: Open from 6 a.m. to midnight
- Home Depot: Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Tractor Supply Co.: Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- PetSmart: Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- IKEA: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Petco: Open regular hours
What’s closed in Stark County for Easter?
Here are the local locations that reported they will not be open for Easter:
- Fisher Foods
- Marc’s
- Grocery Outlet
These major retailers will close their doors this Easter Sunday:
- Target
- Costco
- Aldi
- Sam’s Club
- Lowe’s
- TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods
- Macy’s
- Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack
- JCPenney
- Kohl’s
- Belk
- Burlington
- Office Depot and OfficeMax
Which restaurants are open on Easter?
Easter hours may vary based on location but most of these restaurants will be open Sunday. Confirm with your local restaurant ahead of visiting.
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Cracker Barrel
- Golden Corral
- Olive Garden
- IHOP
- Cheesecake Factory
- Panera Bread
- Dunkin’
- Longhorn Steakhouse
- Krispy Kreme
- Wendy’s
- Whataburger
- Applebee’s (select locations open)
- Subway (select locations open)
- First Watch, open 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Eateries like Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Cava, and Zaxby’s will be closed on Easter, according to USA TODAY.
Some stores are open with limited hours
Some stores may be open, but the hours may vary depending on location. Check your local store’s website or call ahead to confirm hours for Sunday.
- Whole Foods: Most will open at their regular time and will close early at 6 p.m. local time
- Ace Hardware: Hours vary by store
- Victoria’s Secret: Most closed, but some may open based on mall hours
- Sephora: Check hours locally
- Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta: Hours vary by store
The Cincinnati Enquirer contributed to this report.
