Before you head out for the Fourth of July, here are the key holiday closures and schedule changes to keep in mind.
The July 4th weekend has arrived, and many people are finalizing plans for Independence Day outings, errands and celebrations. Whether you need to stop by a store, grab a meal or send a package, it is helpful to know which businesses are operating and which are closed for the holiday.
Hours can vary widely by location, so customers are encouraged to confirm schedules with their local store, restaurant or service provider before leaving home.
What’s open and closed on the Fourth of July 2026:
Restaurants:
A number of chain restaurants are expected to be open on July 4th, though some locations may adjust their hours for the holiday.
- 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
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Retail stores:
Most major retail and grocery stores will also be open on July 4th, with Costco among the notable exceptions. Some retailers may follow reduced or holiday hours, so checking ahead remains the best option before making a trip.
- Aldi (reduced hours)
- CVS (reduced hours)
- Dollar General
- H-E-B
- Home Depot
- Kroger and its sister chains (including Harris Teeter, Ralphs, Fred Meyer, Mariano’s and others)
- Lowe’s
- Publix
- Sam’s Club (reduced hours)
- Target
- TJ Maxx/Marshalls/Home Goods (reduced hours)
- Trader Joe’s (reduced hours)
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods (reduced hours)
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