Easter is Sunday, April 5. The annual holiday with Christian origins celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, according to history.com. 

Shoppers are expected to spend a record amount on Easter this year, according to an annual survey by the National Retail Federation.

Total spending is expected to reach around $24 billion. On a per-person basis, shoppers plan to spend an average of $195.59.

Owner of Confections for any Occasion in Theresa, Joel Bernhard, told WTKM that it’s one of the busiest seasons of the year for them. Joel said that chocolate bunnies are still very popular.

"We have those available in all sizes. We have a good variety, including bunnies on a tractor and bunnies on a motorcycle. The Easter season is a special time for us."              

Confections for any Occasion by Joel is located at 101 North Milwaukee Street, in Theresa.

Around 80 percent of consumers say they plan on celebrating Easter this year.