As July 4th approaches, anticipation grows for the federal holiday. Here’s a guide to what will be open and closed this Independence Day to assist in planning your day effectively.
Banks and Financial Services
Banks: Closed
On July 4th, all major banks like Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank, and JPMorgan Chase will be closed due to the Federal Reserve banking holiday. This means that most bank branches nationwide will not be open, although online banking services and ATMs will remain accessible.
Stock Market: Closed
The Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange will also be closed on the holiday.
Postal and Delivery Services
USPS: Closed
Post offices will be closed on July 4th, with no mail delivery, caller service, or Post Office Box service available.
UPS: Closed
UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on July 4th, except for UPS Express Critical service, which remains operational. Additionally, some UPS store locations may be closed.
FedEx: Closed
Most FedEx services will be unavailable on July 4th, with the exception of FedEx Custom Critical, which will continue to operate for essential shipments.
Government Offices
Government Offices: Closed
On July 4th, nonessential government offices such as the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and public libraries will be closed. This closure includes services that are typically important for last-minute errands or documentation requirements.
Grocery and Retail Stores
Costco: Closed
Costco warehouses will be closed on July 4th, marking it as one of the few major retailers that will completely cease operations for the holiday.
Grocery Stores: Vary
- Albertsons: Open regular hours, pharmacy closed.
- ALDI: Open with limited hours.
- Big Y: Open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club: Open regular hours.
- Giant Food: Open regular hours.
- H-E-B: Open regular hours, pharmacy from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Kroger: Open, hours vary by location.
- Publix: Open regular hours.
- Ralphs: Open, hours vary by location.
- Safeway: Open regular hours.
- Sam’s Club: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Plus Members from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Stop & Shop: Open regular hours.
- Target: Open regular hours.
- Trader Joe’s: Close at 5 p.m.
- Walmart: Open regular hours.
- Whole Foods: Open regular hours.
- Wegmans: Open regular hours.
Convenience Stores: Vary
- CVS: Open regular hours, pharmacy hours may vary.
- Dollar General: Open regular hours.
- Home Depot: Open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Lowe’s: Open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Rite Aid: Open regular hours.
- Walgreens: Open regular hours.
Retail Stores: Vary
- Kohl’s: Open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Macy’s: Most stores open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Restaurants: Open
Numerous well-known restaurant chains will continue to operate on July 4th, including:
- Arby’s
- Applebee’s
- Burger King
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Chili’s
- Chick-fil-A
- Cold Stone Creamery
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Chipotle
- Dairy Queen
- Denny’s
- Dunkin’
- IHOP
- McDonald’s
- Olive Garden
- Red Lobster
- Subway
- Starbucks
- Wendy’s
While most banks, government offices, and certain large retailers such as Costco will be closed, many grocery stores, retail outlets, and restaurants will remain open. It’s advisable to check for potential reduced operating hours at some places. Have a great holiday!