On July 4, 2025, many major retail and grocery stores in the United States will remain open, though some will operate with reduced hours due to the Independence Day holiday.
Below is a comprehensive overview based on available information, focusing on major national chains. Since store hours can vary by location, it’s recommended to check with specific stores for exact hours before visiting.
Grocery Stores Open on July 4, 2025Walmart:
Open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Check local store hours online for confirmation.
Target: Open with regular hours, typically 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., though hours vary by location.
Kroger and Kroger Family Stores (e.g., Ralphs, Fred Meyer, Dillons, Smith’s, King Soopers, Fry’s, QFC, Harris Teeter): Open with regular hours, but confirm with local stores as hours may vary.
Publix: Open with regular hours, typically starting at 7 a.m. Publix Liquors stores open at 9 a.m. or 10 a.m., but pharmacies will be closed.
Whole Foods: Open, but most locations close early at 6 p.m. Hours vary by store.
Trader Joe’s: Open from 8 a.m. or 9 a.m., closing early at 5 p.m.
Aldi: Open with limited hours, often 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check local store hours using Aldi’s store locator.
Sam’s Club: Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members.
BJ’s Wholesale Club: Open with regular hours, typically 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Albertsons Companies (e.g., Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb): Most stores open, but pharmacies may be closed or have adjusted hours. Check local store hours.
Food Lion: Open with regular hours.
Meijer: Open from 6 a.m. to midnight.
H-E-B: Open with regular hours; pharmacies open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sprouts Farmers Market: Open with regular hours.
Winn-Dixie: Open with regular hours in Florida.
WinCo Foods: Open 24/7, including July 4.
Giant Food: Open with regular hours; pharmacies also open.
Stop & Shop: Open with regular hours, typically 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Wegmans: Open with regular hours, typically 6 a.m. to midnight.
Hy-Vee, Schnucks, Moser's: Open with regular hours in Missouri.
H Mart, Lidl: Open in New Jersey, with hours like 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. for H Mart and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for Lidl, varying by store.
Grocery Stores Closed on July 4, 2025
Costco: Closed nationwide, as it typically closes for major holidays.
Retail Stores Open on July 4, 2025
Home Depot: Open regular hours, closing early at 8 p.m.
Lowe’s: Open regular hours, closing early at 8 p.m.
Macy’s: Open regular hours, though some locations may close at 7 p.m.
Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack: Open with modified hours, often closing at 6 p.m. Check local store hours.
JCPenney: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., depending on location.
Kohl’s: Open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., with hours varying by location.
Belk: Open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
IKEA: Open regular hours or from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., depending on location.
REI: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s: Open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., though some locations may follow mall hours.
Burlington: Open, but hours vary by location. Check Burlington.com for specific store hours.
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Open, closing early at 7 p.m.
T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Homesense: Open regular hours, closing early at 8 p.m.
CVS: Most locations, including 24-hour stores, open regular hours, though some pharmacies may have reduced hours or be closed.
Walgreens: Open regular hours, but some pharmacies may be closed. Check local store for pharmacy hours.
Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar: Open regular hours, which vary by location.
Hobby Lobby: Open, but may close early; hours vary by location.
PetSmart: Open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Petco: Open, closing at 7 p.m. or 8 p.m., depending on location.
Tractor Supply Co.: Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Apple, Athleta, Banana Republic, Gap: Open, but hours vary by location. Confirm local hours online.
Barnes & Noble: Open, but check website for specific holiday hours.
Best Buy: Open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Staples: Select locations open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; others closed.
Office Depot and OfficeMax: Open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sephora, Ulta, Marshalls, Michaels: Open regular hours, with some locations closing early (e.g., Michaels at 7 p.m.). Check local hours.
Ace Hardware: Independently owned, so hours vary. Contact local stores for confirmation.
Menards: Open, closing early at 8 p.m.
JOANN: Open, closing at 7 p.m.
Liquor Stores
Hours depend on state regulations. In states with state-controlled liquor stores (e.g., not California, Texas, or New York), stores may be closed. In other states, private liquor stores are likely open but may have reduced hours. Check locally or purchase in advance.
Restaurants Open on July 4, 2025
Starbucks: Open, but hours vary by location. Check the Starbucks app for specific store hours.
Dunkin’ Donuts: Open with regular hours.
Chipotle: Open, but most locations close by 3 p.m.
McDonald’s: Most locations open with regular or holiday hours, varying by store.
Most national chain restaurants: Open, though some may close early. Confirm with local restaurants.
Gas Stations Open on July 4, 2025
Major chains like Amoco (5 a.m. to 11 p.m.), Lukoil (5 a.m. to midnight), Speedway (5 a.m. to 10 p.m.), and Sunoco (6 a.m. to midnight) are open in New Jersey and likely elsewhere, though hours may vary. Independent stations may close.
Services Closed on July 4, 2025
Banks: Most major banks (e.g., Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Chase) are closed, though ATMs and online banking remain available. Capital One Cafes may be open.
U.S. Postal Service: Post offices are closed with no regular mail delivery, except for Priority Mail Express.
UPS and FedEx: No pickup or delivery services, though UPS Express Critical and FedEx Custom Critical may be available. Some UPS Store and FedEx Office locations may have modified hours or be closed.
Stock Markets: New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq are closed.
DMV: Closed in states like California and Michigan.
Notes
Local Variations: Hours can differ significantly by location, especially for chains like Target, Nordstrom, or Kohl’s. Use store locators or call ahead to confirm.
Pharmacies: Many pharmacies within open stores (e.g., CVS, Walgreens, Publix) may be closed or have reduced hours. Verify pharmacy hours separately.
Malls and Shopping Centers: Major malls (e.g., Stonestown, Westfield Valley Fair in the Bay Area) are open, typically from 10 a.m. to 6 or 7 p.m.
Small Businesses: Locally owned stores may choose to close, so check with them directly.
Critical Thinking on Sources: Information is sourced from reputable outlets like USA Today, CNN, and ABC News, but local variations may not always be fully captured. Always verify with local stores for accuracy.
For last-minute shopping needs, major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Kroger are reliable options, while Costco is a notable closure. Checking local store hours online or by phone is the best way to avoid inconvenience.