Last-Minute Easter Planning for April 5, 2026
As Easter approaches, it’s important to know which stores and restaurants will be open on April 5, 2026. While some grocery stores and pharmacies may close, others will operate with reduced hours.
What’s Open on Easter?
Many stores will be open for last-minute purchases, including:
- Grocery Stores: CVS, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Fiesta Mart, Kroger, Trader Joe’s, Walgreens, Walmart, Whole Foods.
What’s Closed?
Some stores will remain closed all day:
- Grocery Stores: Aldi, Costco, H-E-B, Sam’s Club, Target.
Restaurants Open on Easter
For those looking to dine out, various establishments will be available:
- Fast Food: Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, Domino’s.
- Coffee & Breakfast: Dunkin, Starbucks.
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Sit-Down: Cracker Barrel, IHOP, Golden Corral, and several local Houston restaurants featuring special Easter brunch menus, including:
- Brennan’s of Houston
- Bloom & Bee
- Caracol
- Brasserie 19
- Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette
- Cheesecake Factory and more.
Always check with local stores for specific hours, as they may vary.


