Here’s where it gets weirdly ironic. Liquor stores? In many states, they’re open. Because apparently, a day of somber reflection pairs well with a bottle of wine. No judgment here—I’ve done the mental math. But check your local laws; some counties treat Good Friday like a dry Sunday.
Fast food chains—McDonald’s, Starbucks, Taco Bell—almost always open. They don’t have time for theology when someone needs a breakfast burrito at 7 AM. God bless the fry cook who works for double time.
Malls and department stores? Mostly closed. Macy’s, JCPenney, and Nordstrom treat Good Friday like a sacred day off. But outlet malls? They’re open. Capitalism loves a loophole. I once found a sign at an outlet mall: “Closed Easter Sunday. Open Good Friday for your shopping convenience.” Make it make sense.
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