As Austinites ready their Easter baskets and brunch plans for the holiday on March 31, some will face closed doors at their favorite stores, with local favorite H-E-B among those shuttering for the day, reported by KVUE. Other stores following suit include Aldi, Central Market, Costco, Sam's Club, and Target, so make sure to double-check hours at your nearest locations for last-minute Easter needs.
On the flip side, convenience and grocery spots like 7-Eleven, Walgreens, and Walmart will keep their doors open for business, providing a haven for those last-minute dashes, while H-Mart reaffirms its commitment to availability, opening 365 days a year including Easter, according to the same KVUE article.
In related news, Good Friday which falls on March 29 is observed by many Christians as the day to solemnly reflect on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, with some choosing to fast in remembrance, this event is part of the "Holy Week" as LIVENOWFOX reports. Despite its significance in the Christian calendar the day is not a federal holiday, which means most banks will maintain regular operations although state holiday recognition in 12 states including Texas could affect some services.
Mail delivery will proceed without interruption on Good Friday, and couriers such as UPS and FedEx will also function with their usual hours, for those who communicate the old-fashioned way or need to ship last-minute Easter goods and; the stock market will pause as both the Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) close their doors for the day. While federal offices remain open, state government agencies will likely shut down in those 12 states where Good Friday is observed as a state holiday, as indicated by the same LIVENOWFOX coverage.
