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What Is Open On Easter Sunday In Tampa Bay

What is open on Easter Sunday in Tampa Bay?  Easter falls on Sunday, March 31st this year and many are wondering what stores and restaurants will be open on that…

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What is open on Easter Sunday in Tampa Bay?  Easter falls on Sunday, March 31st this year and many are wondering what stores and restaurants will be open on that day.  We have compiled a list of some of the most shopped at places to make it easy on you.  Most families will spend the day first at church and then with other family members.  If Sunday is just a normal work day for you, heads up as some stores you may frequent on a Sunday will be closed.  Not all stores will be open on Easter Sunday in Tampa.  Surprisingly enough, there are many that will be open if you need last-minute supplies.

Easter is a holiday where millions of people who follow the Christian faith around the world celebrate. Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after 40 days known as Lent.

The date the holiday is observed changes depending on the year because it is one of several "moveable feasts" in the liturgical year.  Other examples of "moveable feasts" include Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday.  Other holidays fall on the same number of dates every year like St. Patrick's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.  It may seem like celebrating Easter in March is rare, but the most common dates for the holiday over 500 years have been March 31 and April 16. USAToday put out a big list of stores that are open Easter Sunday, but I condensed it to those that we find in the Tampa Bay area.

Stores Open On Easter Sunday In Tampa

It is best to get out and get your Easter eggs and candy before Easter Sunday.  There are only a few stores open on Easter Sunday in Tampa Bay.  Each location's hours could be different, so it is best to check before you head out.

CVS
Dollar General
Kroger
Sprouts Farmers Market
Trader Joe’s
Walgreens
Walmart
Whole Foods

Stores that are closed on Easter Sunday

Aldi
Costco
Publix
Sam’s Club
Target

The 5 Best Spots For Easter Brunch In Tampa

The 5 best spots for Easter brunch in Tampa.   We found a list of great places you can enjoy Easter brunch.   Easter is Sunday March 31st.    If you don't have plans to host Easter there are plenty of places to dine out at.  While some restaurants will be closed on Sunday, others will be open and having some great Easter brunch specials.  It is probably best to make a reservation ahead of time.   Most places will be busy and you could be waiting a long time for a table.

Firstly, March is a beautiful time of year and we usually have amazing weather, so it's not out of the question to have something outside.

What To Eat On Easter Sunday

A typical traditional Easter brunch menu is filled with may delicious treats.  It normally mirrors any other brunch, with a entrée like ham and a combination of Easter appetizers, side dishes, and Easter desserts.  It is traditionally topped off  with mimosas or another Easter cocktail.

As far as Easter dinner, it is typically made up of ham, potatoes, vegetable side dishes such as corn, green beans or asparagus, and dinner rolls.   For example, some have roast lamb or chicken instead of ham.

History Of Easter

Like Christmas, Easter has roots in both Christianity and ancient pagan culture. Though it is mostly considered a religious holiday, many modern traditions are rooted in pre-Christian practices. Easter actually originated as an ancient pagan celebration of the spring equinox.  Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the New Testament of the Bible, the event is said to have occurred three days after Jesus was crucified by the Romans and died in roughly A.D. 30.

Here is a list of the 5 best spots for Easter brunch in Tampa. Updated 03/12/2024

1. Capital Grille

The Capital Grille, located at International Plaza is a great place to celebrate Easter. On Easter Sunday, they’ll be opening early and serving their full dinner menu of contemporary classics, as well as four brunch features from 10am to 2pm. Click HERE for menu

2. Rusty Pelican

Located in Tampa at 2425 N Rocky Point Drive

Spend this Easter enjoying a Four-Course Brunch or A La Carte Dinner.  Recently named Best Brunch in Tampa by Tampa Magazine. Brunch is offered 10am-4pm, and dinner service runs 5pm-9pm. Menu.

3. American Social

Located on the Hillsborough river at 601 S Harbour Island Blvd.

Not only do they have hand-crafted cocktails, mimosas and a signature spin on brunch dishes, Easter items include Cadbury Egg Pancakes topped with chocolate anglaise, whipped cream and crushed Cadbury mini eggs; and Pan Seared Scallops served with farro hash, maitake mushroom, sweet potato, cauliflower, poblano, carrot puree and crispy leeks.  Sounds delicious Reservations.

4. Oxford Exchange

Located in Tampa at 420 W Kennedy Blvd.

While no official Easter brunch menu has been released, The Oxford Exchange is a great place no matter what the day is.  It has been named one of the best brunch spots in America by Food & Wine.  Brunch will be served from 9am-5pm on Easter Sunday. Info/Reservations.

5. Eddie V’s

Located in Tampa at 4400 W Boy Scout Blvd

You can enjoy a spectacular brunch at Eddie V's this Sunday. Choose their featured prix fixe, three-course brunch or full menu. Easter brunch is served 10am to 2pm. $55 for adults, $16 for kids. MenuReservations.

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