What's open on July 4? List of US stores open for Independence Day

As the United States prepares to celebrate Independence Day on Friday, July 4, many consumers are making last-minute purchases for their parties, and most major retail stores will remain open to serve them.

According to USA Today, banks, government offices, post offices, and the stock market will be closed. However, most big-box retailers and grocery chains will operate with regular or slightly adjusted holiday hours.

The Fourth of July marks the date in 1776 when the Declaration of Independence was unanimously adopted by the Continental Congress, establishing the United States as an independent nation.

STORES OPEN ON THE 4th of July

Walmart and Target: Walmart will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Target stores will have regular hours, though it may vary by location.Costco: Costco will remain closed on the holiday.Sam’s Club: Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members.Home Depot and Lowe’s: Both stores open, with Home Depot closing at 8 p.mTJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods: All open until 8 p.m.Macy's, Kohl's, JCPenney: All open. Kohl’s operates from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; JCPenney from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.REI and IKEA: Open with regular store hours.Petco & PetSmart: Both open, but hours may vary by location.Office Depot, OfficeMax, Tractor Supply Co.: All open from morning to early evening.Burlington & Belk: Open, but local store hours may vary.

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