Don’t Panic About the “Retail Blackout” – See Which Stores Are Closing (and Which Aren’t) for Easter 2025

A store owner hangs a "sorry we're closed" sign on the door of her business.

If you’ve been hearing talk about a looming “retail blackout” or seen headlines about major retailers like Lowe’s closing their doors later this month, it’s not as catastrophic as it sounds.

Dozens of retailers are expected to close all or most of their locations for 24 hours this month. But it’s less of a “retail blackout” and more of a “closed for Easter” situation.