Easter

Easter egg hunts are a beloved tradition, and there are so many festive ways to pull them off.

The makers of Easter egg dye kits are bracing for the potential fallout if the egg shortage doesn’t begin to clear up before the April 20 holiday.

When determining the date of Easter, the church uses what’s known as “ecclesiastical dates,” with the spring equinox always taking place on March 21, regardless of when the astronomical equinox takes place.

About 40,000 people were expected to take part in the annual tradition.

See photos from Easter celebrations of celebs such as Paris Hilton, David and Victoria Beckham, Gwyneth Paltrow and more.

The trees are budding, the days are longer and Easter is finally here. Whether you’re craving something savory or sweet to brighten up your holiday, plenty of food brands and restaurants are serving up deals and specials in the days leading up to Easter — Sunday, March 31 — and on the big day.

This year, Easter falls on March 31 and while some stores will remain open, others will be closing their doors to observe the holiday.

Many stores have closed their doors to let their employees enjoy the holiday, while others want to be your go-to place for last-minute items for your Easter basket or Easter brunch.

The cost of filling a basket or completing a Seder plate reflect a market scrambled by disease, high demand and growing costs for farmers.