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Independence Day

The Fourth of July is a federal holiday, but that doesn’t mean everything shuts down. While government offices and financial institutions go dark for the day, most major retailers and restaurants plan to remain open — many operating under special holiday hours.


Here’s what you can count on being open or closed this Independence Day, based on official corporate holiday schedules and confirmed statements.

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Grocery Stores That Will Stay Open

Most national grocery chains will be open on July 4, though some will close early. According to their official websites and store locators:

  • Kroger (including Ralphs, King Soopers, Fred Meyer, and other subsidiaries) — Open regular hours.
  • Publix — Open until 9 p.m.
  • Whole Foods — Open with holiday hours by location.( close at 6 p.m).
  • Walmart — Open regular hours.
  • Target — Open. (Hours may vary by location)
  • Trader Joe’s — Most stores open with reduced hours (typically until 5 p.m.).
  • Sam’s Club — Open until 6 p.m.
  • CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid — Pharmacies and retail locations open, hours may vary.

Check local store listings for any early closures.

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Retail Stores Open on July 4

Per company announcements and store holiday calendars, these national retailers are operating on July 4:

  • Home Depot
  • Lowe’s
  • Best Buy
  • Macy’s
  • TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods (until 8 p.m)
  • Sephora
  • Dollar General, Family Dollar, Dollar Tree
  • Old Navy, Michaels, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, and more.

Some stores like Aldi and IKEA will be open with reduced hours.

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Restaurants and Fast Food Open on July 4

Most major restaurant and fast-food chains will operate on Independence Day. According to official press releases and confirmed store locators:

  • McDonald’s, Burger King, Wendy’s, Chick-fil-A (select locations)
  • Chipotle, Taco Bell, Popeyes, Sonic, Subway
  • Pizza Hut, Domino’s, Little Caesars
  • Denny’s, IHOP, Waffle House — open 24/7 as usual
  • Starbucks and Dunkin’ — most locations open, some with limited hours
  • Buffalo Wild Wings, Applebee’s, TGI Fridays, Olive Garden, Chili’s — open, hours may vary.
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These Places Will Be Closed

The following services and locations are confirmed closed for the holiday:

  • Costco — All locations closed (company holiday calendar).
  • U.S. Postal Service (USPS) — No mail delivery or retail service.
  • UPS and FedEx — No regular pickup or delivery services.
  • Banks — All major banks closed, including Wells Fargo, Chase, Bank of America.
  • Stock Markets — NYSE, Nasdaq, and bond markets are closed.
  • Government Offices — Including courts, DMVs, and local municipalities.