America's 250th Birthday Survival Guide: Where to Shop, Eat, and Stock Up on July 4

 

Everything You Need to Know About Holiday Hours—From Grocery Stores to Fast Food

As the nation celebrates its monumental semiquincentennial—the 250th anniversary of American independence—millions are preparing for a star-spangled Saturday. But before you fire up the grill or hit the road, you'll want to know which stores and restaurants will be open to save your celebration from disaster.

The good news: Most major retailers and restaurant chains will welcome customers on July 4. The bad news? Hours will vary, and many will close early.

What's definitely closed: Banks, post offices, and government buildings will be shuttered for the holiday (and since it falls on a Saturday this year, don't expect Monday make-up hours either). Costco and Raising Cane's are also taking the day off, as they do for all major holidays.

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🏪 Major Retailers: Open (But Often With Early Closures)

Store July 4 Hours Check Online

Ace Hardware Varies by location Store Locator

Aldi Limited hours In-store

Apple Likely open, shortened hours Store Locator

Barnes & Noble Limited hours Store Locator

Best Buy Open, early closure likely Store Locator

Cabela's / Bass Pro Shop Open, early closure likely Cabela's / Bass Pro

CVS Stores open; pharmacies may vary Store Locator

Dick's Sporting Goods Close at 7 PM Confirmed to Nexstar

Dollar General Regular hours Store Locator

Dollar Tree Regular hours Store Locator

Family Dollar Regular hours Store Locator

Giant Eagle Regular hours Store Locator

Hobby Lobby Open, early closure Store Locator

Home Depot Open until 8 PM Store Locator

HomeGoods / Homesense Open until 8 PM (varies) Store Locator

IKEA Early closure likely Store Locator

JCPenney Open (hours vary) Store Locator

Kohl's Open; close at 7 PM Confirmed on website

Kroger Open; pharmacy/clinic hours may vary Store Locator

Lowe's Open, limited hours Store Locator

Marshalls Close at 8 PM (varies) Store Locator

Petco Open Store Locator

PetSmart Open Store Locator

Publix Regular hours Store Locator

Sam's Club Open 8 AM - 8 PM (Plus members 8 AM; Club members 9 AM) Confirmed

Sierra Close at 8 PM (varies) Store Locator

Target Regular hours Store Locator

TJ Maxx Close at 8 PM (varies) Store Locator

Trader Joe's Open until 5 PM Confirmed by company

Walgreens Regular store hours; 4,000+ pharmacies open Confirmed to Nexstar

Walmart Open Store Locator

Wegmans Open; pharmacies may vary Store Locator

Whole Foods Limited hours Store Locator

🍔 Restaurants Open on July 4

Note: Hours vary by franchise location—always call ahead or check the app before heading out.

· Applebee's

· Buffalo Wild Wings

· Burger King

· Chick-fil-A

· Chipotle

· Culver's

· Dairy Queen

· Denny's

· Domino's

· Dunkin'

· Firehouse Subs

· Golden Corral

· IHOP

· Jersey Mike's

· KFC

· McDonald's

· Noodles & Company

· Olive Garden

· Panera Bread

· Pizza Hut

· Popeyes

· Qdoba

· Red Lobster

· Ruth's Chris Steak House

· Sonic

· Starbucks

· Taco Bell

· Wendy's

· Waffle House

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⛽ On the Road?

If you're among the millions hitting the highways this weekend, rest assured that most gas stations and convenience stores will be operating normally.

⚠️ Pro Tip

Since many franchise locations operate independently, holiday hours can differ even within the same chain. Before making any special trips, call ahead, check the store's website, or use their mobile app to confirm operating hours.

Remember: July 4, 2026, marks America's 250th birthday—a once-in-a-generation celebration. Plan ahead, stay hydrated (that heat dome is no joke!), and enjoy the festivities!