It's officially Independence Day and time to celebrate the good ol' U.S.A.
Whatever fun Fourth of July activities you've got planned for 2024, make sure to take plenty of photos to mark the occasion, then post them on Instagram with a patriotic caption or freedom quote to honor America's birthday.
After all, she's 248 years old, which means you better make room on the cake for a lot of candles.
Speaking of birthdays, if you someone you know is celebrating one and you need to purchase gift or just feel like spending the holiday shopping at your favorite retail outlets, you may be wondering what stores are open on July 4th this year.
Good question given that July Fourth is one of 11 federal holidays observed throughout the year and as is typically the case with federal holidays, financial institutions like banks and the stock market are closed in honor of the day, along with the post office.
But what about retailers, grocers, pharmacies and convenience stores? Are they open on the Fourth of July?
To answer the question, we’ve rounded up a list of merchants welcoming customers on Independence Day because, seriously, who wants to spend the day tracking down store hours when it's much more fun to get out and enjoy the sunshine?
So, read on to find out which of your favorites will be open this year — and which ones will close their doors.
Stores open on July 4th, 2024
- Ace Hardware: Many stores will be open, however stores are independently owned and operated, so hours may vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm businesshours before going. Find local hours here.
- Apple: Stores are open, but hours vary by location. Some locations may be closing early. Confirm hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Athleta:Stores are open, but hours vary by location. Confirm hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Banana Republic: Stores are open, but hours vary by location. Confirm hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Barnes & Noble:Stores are open, but customers are advised to check the website for specific holiday hours. Find local hourshere.
- Belk: Stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
- Best Buy:Most stores are open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Big Lots: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club:Clubs are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Dollar General:Stores are open during normal business hours. Store hours may vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Dollar Tree: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Family Dollar: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Gap: Stores are open, but hours vary by location. Confirm hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Hobby Lobby: Stores are open, but will close early. Find local hourshere.
- Home Depot: Stores will open at their regular time, but close early at 8:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- HomeGoods: Stores open at their regular time and will close early at 8:00 p.m. local time. Find local hourshere.
- Homesense: Stores open at their regular time and will close early at 8:00 p.m. local time. Find local hourshere.
- IKEA:Stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- JCPenney:Stores are open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Joann: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
- Kohl’s: Stores are open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Hours may vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Lowe's: Stores will open at their normal time and close early at 8:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Macy's: Stores will open at their regular time and close early at 7:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
- Marshalls: Stores open at their regular time and will close early at 8:00 p.m. local time. Find local hourshere.
- Menards: Stores will open at their regular time and close at 8:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Michaels: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Nordstrom: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Nordstrom Rack: Stores are open, hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Petco: Most locations will close by 8:00 p.m. with some closing at 7:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Petsmart: Stores will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- REI: Stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find local hourshere.
- Staples: Select stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The remaining stores will be closed. Confirm hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Sephora:Stores are open, but hours may vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Target: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere, and a full list of Target deals here.
- TJ Maxx: Stores open at their regular time and will close early at 8:00 p.m. local time. Find local hourshere.
- Ulta: A majority of stores will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Select stores will have exceptions to those hours. Confirm before going. Find local hourshere.
- Walmart: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere, and a full list of Walmart holiday deals here.
Grocery stores open on July 4th
- ACME: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Pharmacies are closed. Find local hourshere.
- Albertsons: Stores are open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- Aldi: Stores will be open, but hours will be limited or reduced. Find local store hours here.
- Big Y: Stores will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pharmacies will be closed. Find local hours here.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club:Clubs are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Central Market: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Food Lion: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Giant Eagle: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Pharmacies will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find local hours here.
- Hannaford: Stores will be open, hours may vary by location. Customers are advised to confirm holiday hours before going. Find local hours here.
- H-E-B: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Hy-Vee:Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Jewel-Osco: Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- Kroger:A majority of stores will be open during regular business hours. Confirm hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Market District: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Pharmacies will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find local hours here.
- Safeway:Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- Shaws:Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with reduced hours. Find local hourshere.
- ShopRite:ShopRite stores are independently owned and operated and holiday hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- Sprouts Farmers Market: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Stop and Shop: Normal business hours and gas stations. Pharmacies will be closed. Find local hourshere.
- Tom Thumb Grocery Stores:Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with reduced hours. Find local hourshere.
- Trader Joe’s: Stores will open at their regular time and close early at 5:00 p.m. Find local hours here.
- Vons:Stores will be open, but pharmacies may be closed or operate with adjusted hours. Find local hourshere.
- Wegmans: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Whole Foods:Stores are open but hours vary by location. Find local hourshere.
- WinCo Foods:Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
Pharmacies open on July 4th in 2024
- CVS: Many CVS Pharmacy locations will be open during regular hours on Independence Day. However, some stores may have reduced hours. CVS recommends that customers call their local stores before visiting or check hours online. Find local hourshere.
- Rite Aid:A majority of Rite Aid stores will be open on Independence Day with varying hours. Customers are encouraged to check local store hours before going. Find local hourshere.
- Walgreens:Walgreensstoreswill be openduring normal business hours on Independence Day. However, amajority of pharmacies will be closed,except for 24-hour locations and other select pharmacies. Walgreens recommends that customers check the store locator to find specific hours. Find local hourshere.
Convenience stores open on July 4th in 2024
- Casey’s:Casey’s stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Certified Oil: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Cumberland Farms: Stores open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Fastrac:Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- GetGo: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hours here.
- Kwik Shop: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Loaf N’ Jug: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Minit Mart: Stores are open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Quik Stop: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- 7-Eleven: Most 7-Eleven stores will remain open 24/7. Find local hourshere.
- Sprint Food Stores: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find more about the storehere.
- Tom Thumb Convenience Stores: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
- Turkey Hill: Stores will be open during normal business hours. Find local hourshere.
Stores closed on Independence Day
- Costco: Stores will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Sarah Lemire
Sarah is a lifestyle and entertainment reporter for TODAY who covers holidays, celebrities and everything in between.
