4th of July 2025 store hours: What’s open, what’s closed, and where to shop

As Americans start preparing to celebrate US Independence Day on July 4th, it is important to remember that it is a federal holiday, which means government offices, banks, the US Postal Service, and the stock market will all be closed, as per the Independent report. While many people enjoy a day off from work, some grocery stores and retailers will also scale back their hours or close entirely in honor of the holiday, according to the Independent report.

Grocery Stores and Retailers: What You Need to Know

Costco: All stores will be closed on the American Independence Day, but they will reopen Saturday during normal business hours, as reported by the Independent, citing the company’s website.

Target: All the Target stores will remain open on July 4, but most stores will be operating from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., while hours may vary depending on the location, according to the report.


Aldi: While it will be open on the Fourth of July, it will have limited hours of operation, as most stores are only open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but it is easy to find hours on Aldi’s store locator, as reported by the Independent.

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Walmart: All stores will be open on US Independence Day, but specific hours will depend on the location, according to the report.

Trader Joe’s: It will be open on the 4th of July but with limited hours, and as per its website, stores will only be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., as reported by the Independent.

Kroger: No changes in timings for Kroger, as it will be open during its normal hours on the Federal holiday, as per the report.

Coffee Runs and Convenience Stops

Starbucks: All stores will be open, but some locations will be operating with reduced hours, according to the Independent report.

Dunkin' Donuts: All the shops will continue to operate during normal business hours, as per the Independent report.

Walgreens: While all the stores will be open during their usual hours on July 4, some locations will not have their pharmacies open on the federal holiday, according to the report.

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Fast Food and Dining Out

Chipotle: Even though Chipotle will be open on the Fourth of July, most stores will be closed by 3 p.m., as per a spokesperson for the brand, according to the Independent report.

Taco Bell: The fast-food chain will remain open on Independence Day, and most stores across the United States are known for being open late or for 24 hours, but specific hours vary for each store, as per the report.

McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Burger King: These major fast food chains will generally remain open, but hours can vary depending on the location of each restaurant, according to the report.

Applebee’s: The sit-down restaurant will be open on this Independence Day and will be operating during its usual business hours, as reported by the Independent.

FAQs

Can I still shop at Costco on the 4th?
Nope. Costco shuts down completely for Independence Day.

Is Starbucks open on Independence Day?
Yes, most are open, but some might have shorter hours, so check ahead, as per the Independent report.