What’s closed on 4th on July? What’s open on Independence Day?
Happy birthday, America! Independence Day 2023 is Tuesday, July 4. It’s a federal holiday, so some places will be closed to observe the patriotic festivities.
Fourth of July history
What is the Fourth of July? Independence Day celebrates the approval of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Thomas Jefferson drafted the document approved by delegates from the colonies in the Continental Congress, officially making the United States of America an independent nation. “America’s birthday” is a federal holiday, frequently being celebrated with fireworks, parades, concerts, family cookouts and more.
Here’s a list of what’s open and closed this 4th of July:
Are post offices closed on 4th of July? Is there mail delivery?
No. U.S. Post offices are closed on federal holidays, and there will be no mail delivery Tuesday.
Are grocery stores open? Is Walmart open on 4th of July? Is Target open? Is Wegmans open?
Yes. Walmart and Target are open on the Fourth of July, so there’s plenty of time to get last-minute food items for your barbecue grill. Supermarkets, including Wegmans, typically only close for a few holidays, such as Christmas and Thanksgiving. In-store pharmacies may be operating at reduced hours.
Are pharmacies open?
Most national drug store chains are open on Independence Day, but may keep different or reduced hours for the July 4 holiday.
Are shopping malls open on Fourth of July?
Malls are open on the 4th of July, with many stores offering holiday sales over the holiday. Destiny USA in Syracuse is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 4.
4th of July restaurants open? Closed?
Yes, most restaurants are open for the 4th of July.
Are banks open on 4th of July?
Banks are closed on Tuesday.
Is the stock market open?
No, financial markets are closed in observance of the federal holiday.
Are government offices open?
City, county, state and federal offices are closed on Tuesday.
Is there trash and…
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