On Independence Day (July 4), many Americans plan barbecues and fireworks, but holiday closures could affect their plans. All federal offices, including courthouses and administrative buildings, will be closed, and the U.S. Postal Service will not deliver mail or open most post office branches.
Major banks such as Wells Fargo, Chase, Bank of America, and Citibank will also be closed, though ATMs and online banking remain available. Costco will close all U.S. locations for the day, and FedEx Freight and Logistics will not operate, while some FedEx Office locations will open with limited hours. Local government offices, courts, and DMV locations will remain closed.
Retail options will vary. Walmart and Target will open with regular hours, although some Target locations may close slightly early. Sam’s Club will operate with shortened hours, closing by 6 p.m., while Trader Joe’s will close most stores at 5 p.m. Whole Foods Market will open, but may shorten hours depending on location.
Pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens will remain open, though pharmacy counters might operate on reduced schedules. Department stores and malls will mostly open but tend to close early, between 6 and 7 p.m. For those planning meals out or coffee runs, chains like McDonald’s, Taco Bell, and Starbucks will stay open with hours varying by location.
