Easter 2020: Updated List Of Stores Open, Closed In Washington

Easter Sunday will be the first day off for many store employees who have been deemed as essential workers during the new coronavirus outbreak.

The holiday will also be the first day that multiple major stores will be closed in Washington since the coronavirus crisis began in the United States.

On the one hand, companies are closing stores to allow employees to properly observe the religious holiday. However, it also allows some of the nation’s largest retailers to give their workers a much-needed day at home.

Trader Joe’s announced the Easter Sunday closure of its stores nationwide on its website, “to give our incredible Crew Members a much-needed day of rest.”

Here are some of the stores that will be closed in our state on Easter Sunday:

• Costco
• Lowe’s
• Sam’s Club
• Sears
• Target
• Trader Joe’s

However, many stores are choosing to remain open April 12. Here are the retailers that have said they will be open for business on Easter Sunday:

• Albertsons/Safeway
• Bartell Drugs
• CVS
• Kmart
• Metropolitan Market
• New Seasons
• Rite-Aid
• ShopRite
• Walmart
• Walgreens
• Whole Foods

QFC and Fred Meyer will be open for part of the day, but all locations are closing early. QFC stores will close at 5 p.m. and Fred Meyer stores will close at 4 p.m.

It’s still recommended to call your local stores for confirmation of hours.

Additionally, although some stores will be open on Easter Sunday, people should not forget safe social distancing practices as they celebrate the religious holiday during the stay-at-home order in Washington.

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One alternative to attending church in person is to view livestreamed or recorded services for Easter Sunday. For example, Pope Francis’ Holy Week celebrations, including Mass on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, will be livestreamed.

The Pope's Easter celebrations will be broadcast live on the Vatican Media YouTube channel.

Check with your church to see how you can view Easter Sunday services in the safety of your home.