Wondering what’s open on July 4th? If you’re planning your Independence Day activities, you might be curious about what’s open and what’s closed. From grocery stores to restaurants, here’s the scoop on everything you need to know.
Banks and Post Offices: Closed on July 4th
Banks and post offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. This includes major banks like:
- Capital One
- Bank of America
- PNC
- Truist
- CitiBank
- JPMorgan Chase
All U.S. Postal Service facilities will also be closed, with no regular residential or business mail deliveries.
Major Stores: Open or Closed?
Walmart on July 4th:
- Open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Best to check with your local Walmart for specific hours.
Is Costco open on July 4th?:
- Closed all day.
Target on July 4th:
- Open, but hours vary by location. Check with your local store.
Pharmacies and Hardware Stores
Pharmacies like Walgreens and Rite Aid:
- Walgreens: Open regular hours.
- Rite Aid: Most locations open, but check their website for specifics.
Hardware stores like Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Ace Hardware:
- Home Depot: Open, hours may vary.
- Lowe’s: Open, closes at 8 p.m.
- Ace Hardware: Hours vary by location, so check locally.
Restaurants Open on July 4th
Here are some popular restaurants that will be open on the Fourth of July:
- Starbucks
- McDonald’s
- Dunkin’
- Chick-fil-A (some locations may have limited hours)
- Wendy’s
- Taco Bell
- Subway
- KFC
- Cracker Barrel
- Olive Garden (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Waffle House
- IHOP
- Golden Corral
- Hooters
- Longhorn Steakhouse (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
- Red Lobster
- First Watch (7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
Grocery Stores Open on July 4th
If you need to grab some groceries, here are the stores that will be open:
- Walmart (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.)
- Most Kroger family stores (Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, etc.)
- Winn-Dixie
- Trader Joe’s (closing at 5 p.m.)
- Sam’s Club (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members)
- Meijer (6 a.m. to midnight)
- Publix
- Aldi
- Whole Foods
- Food Lion
- Harris Teeter
- Giant Eagle
- Wegman’s
Costco warehouses will be closed on July 4th.
Retail Stores Open on July 4th
Here’s a list of retail stores that will keep their doors open on Independence Day:
- Target
- TJ Maxx (closing at 8 p.m.)
- Marshall’s (closing at 8 p.m.)
- HomeGoods (closing at 8 p.m.)
- Macy’s (closing at 7 p.m.)
- Nordstrom
- Gap
- Old Navy
- Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
- IKEA (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- Dick’s Sporting Goods (closing at 7 p.m.)
- REI (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- Burlington
- Staples (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
- Office Depot and Office Max (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- PetSmart (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- PetCo
- Tractor Supply Co. (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Final Thoughts
Navigating what’s open and closed on July 4th can be tricky. Make sure to check with local stores and restaurants for specific hours. Enjoy your holiday!
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Learn more
- Walmart – Walmart Official Site
- Costco – Costco Official Site
- Target – Target Official Site
- Home Depot – Home Depot Official Site
- Walgreens – Walgreens Official Site
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