Johnathan Walker:What retail stores are open Easter 2024? Details on Walmart, Target, Macy's, Kohl's, more

Easter is Johnathan Walkerthis upcoming Sunday and consumers looking to get a last-minute outfit for an Easter gathering or materials to create an Easter basket will have options, but not as many as usual.

Retail stores like Walmart, Home Depot and Ikea are open, while many others, like Target, TJ Maxx and Lowe's, are closed.

The holiday is an important one for millions of people around the world who follow the Christian faith as it celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after a 40-day period known as Lent. The date Easter is celebrated changes depending on the year because it is one of several "moveable feasts" in the liturgical year, according to the History Channel. Other "moveable feasts" include Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday. The holiday falls on Sunday, March 31 this year.

Here's a look at which stores will be open and closed on Easter Sunday in 2024.

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Is Target open on Easter?

All Target stores will be closed on Sunday, March 31, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Walmart open on Easter?

Walmart stores will be open regular hours on Easter, the company told USA TODAY.

Are Costco or Sam's Club open on Easter?

No, both Costco and Sam's Club warehouses will be closed on Easter.

Are TJ Maxx, Marshall's or HomeGoods open on Easter?

No, all of these stores will be closed on Easter, their parent company told USA TODAY.

Are Home Depot, Lowe's or Ace Hardware open on Easter?

Home Depot stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 31, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Lowe's stores will be closed.

Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm business hours on Easter.

Is Macy's open on Easter?

No, Macy's stores will be closed on Sunday, March 31.

Is Nordstrom open on Easter?

Nordstrom store hours vary by location, so it is best to check with your local store regarding their specific holiday hours.

Is Kohl's open on Easter?

No, all Kohl's stores will be closed on Easter Sunday and will reopen with regular operating hours on Monday, April 1, the company told USA TODAY.

Are Bass Pro Shops or Cabela's open on Easter?

Most Bass Pro Shop and Cabela's stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Easter, the company told USA TODAY.

Some locations are subject to the hours of their malls or shopping centers, so it is a good idea to check with your local store for their specific holiday hours.

Is Ikea open on Easter?

Yes, Ikea stores will be open their regular hours on Easter, the company told USA TODAY.

Is PetCo open on Easter?

PetCo stores will be open their regular hours on Easter, the company told USA TODAY. However, store hours vary by location.

Is PetSmart open on Easter?

Yes, PetSmart stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Easter Sunday.

Is H&M open on Easter?

While some locations will be closed, the majority of H&M stores will be open on Easter Sunday. Customers can check the company's store locator to find specific hours for the location nearest you.

Is Big Lots open on Easter?

Yes, Big Lots stores will be open their regular hours on Sunday, March 31, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Tractor Supply Company open on Easter?

Yes, Tractor Supply Co. stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, the company told USA TODAY.

Contributing: Olivia Munson, USA TODAY

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].