As Independence Day approaches, many are finalizing their plans for the Fourth of July celebrations. Understanding what businesses will be operational during this holiday is crucial for anyone looking to enjoy the festivities. Here’s a comprehensive guide to what’s open and closed on July 4, 2026.
Restaurants Open on July 4th:
If dining out is in your plans, several popular chain restaurants will welcome customers on July 4th. These include:
- Applebee’s
- Arby’s
- BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Cheesecake Factory
- Chili’s
- Chick-fil-A
- Chipotle
- Cracker Barrel
- IHOP
- In-N-Out Burger
- McDonald’s
- Olive Garden
- Outback Steakhouse
- Starbucks
- Sweetgreen
- TGI Fridays
- Waffle House
- Wendy’s
- Whataburger
Retail Stores:
Most retail and grocery stores plan to remain open, although their hours may vary, and some may operate on a limited schedule. Notably, Costco will be closed. Other stores expected to be open include:
- Aldi (with reduced hours)
- CVS (with reduced hours)
- Dollar General
- H-E-B
- Home Depot
- Kroger and its affiliated chains (Harris Teeter, Ralphs, Fred Meyer, Mariano’s, etc.)
- Lowe’s
- Publix
- Sam’s Club (with reduced hours)
- Target
- TJ Maxx/Marshalls/Home Goods (with reduced hours)
- Trader Joe’s (with reduced hours)
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods (with reduced hours)
Mail and Shipping Services:
For those needing to send or receive packages, it’s important to note that mail and shipping services will have varying operations on July 4th:
- FedEx: Office locations will be open but operating under modified hours. However, standard delivery services will not be available except for Custom Critical and Trade Network services.
- UPS: Most UPS Store locations will be closed, with no pickups or delivery services, apart from UPS Express Critical.
- USPS: As the 4th of July is a federal holiday, USPS and other nonessential government agencies will also be closed.
As always, it’s advisable to check local business hours ahead of your outing, as they can differ by location. Whether you’re planning to celebrate with a meal out or stock up for a festive cookout, being informed will help ensure a smooth Independence Day experience.
