LIST: Which stores, restaurants are open for July 4 this year?
While it is best to call ahead or check online to confirm the specific store or restaurant you're visiting is open, many have already confirmed their hours for Independence Day this year.
As you may have already guessed, banks and post offices will be closed for the holiday, as will most other governmental offices.
Also remaining closed for July 4 are Costco and Raising Cane's. The retailer and chicken chain typically close for major holidays.
For the most part, any other store or restaurant you're hoping to visit will likely be open. Here's a look at stores that have confirmed as such:
If you're traveling, like millions of other Americans are expected to, most gas stations and convenience stores will also be open.
Ace Hardware: Because stores are independently owned, hours may vary. You can find your local Ace Hardware's hours online.
ALDI: Most stores will close at 4 p.m. on July 4. You can confirm your store's hours on ALDI's website.
Apple: Should you need a screen replacement or a charger, your local Apple store will likely be open but may have shortened hours. You'll want to confirm those online.
Barnes and Noble: In need of a beach read? Your Barnes and Noble store will likely be open but with limited hours for the holiday. You can confirm hours online.
Best Buy: Though Best Buy stores will be open for Independence Day, they may close early. Store hours can be found online here.
CVS: Stores will be open but CVS pharmacies may have limited hours that you can check online.
Dick's Sporting Goods: The retailer will be open for the holiday but close early at 7 p.m., a spokesperson confirmed to Nexstar.
Hobby Lobby: Like others on this list, Hobby Lobby will be open with limited hours on July 4. You can find your store's hours online.
Home Goods and Homesense: You'll be able to visit your local Home Goods or Homesense but only until 8 p.m., a spokesperson tells Nexstar. Some stores, however, may have different hours that you'll want to confirm online.
IKEA: Want to spend your July 4 putting together some furniture? IKEA stores will be open for the holiday but close early. You can find your store's hours online.
JCPenney: Stores will be open for July 4; you can confirm your location's hours online.
Kohl's: While Kohl's stores will be open for Independence Day, a spokesperson tells Nexstar they will close at 7 p.m. local time.
Kroger: Most stores in the Kroger family will be open for their regular hours, a spokesperson confirmed to Nexstar. You can confirm your store's hours online or by calling ahead.
Lowe's: If you're working on a home project for Independence Day, your local Lowe's will be open but likely with limited hours. Store hours can be confirmed online here.
Macy's: Unlike others on this list, Macy's stores will be open for their normal hours on July 4, a spokesperson confirmed.
Marshalls: While most Marshalls stores will close slightly early at 8 p.m., your local store may have different hours. It's best to confirm online before you head out.
Petco: If you need something for your pet, your Petco will be ready to serve you, but with limited hours of 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
PetSmart: Stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 4, a PetSmart spokesperson confirmed to Nexstar.
REI: According to a spokesperson, REI stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Independence Day this year.
Sam's Club: Like others on this list, Sam's Club stores will be open for limited hours on July 4. Plus members will still have early shopping access starting at 8 a.m., while Club member hours start at 10 a.m. Stores will close for all members at 6 p.m.
Sierra: Though most Sierra stores will close at 8 p.m., a company spokesperson says hours may vary at some locations. You can find your store's hours online.
Target: Need to make a Target run on July 4? You'll be able to, as stores are scheduled to be open for their regular hours on the holiday.
Trader Joe's: Your local Trader Joe's will be open on July 4 but close early at 5 p.m., the company confirmed online.
TJ Maxx: You'll be able to shop your TJ Maxx racks until 8 p.m. as stores close slightly early for the holiday, a spokesperson confirmed to Nexstar.
Walgreens: While Walgreens stores will be open, pharmacies may be closed or operate with limited hours. You can find those online.
Walmart: Stores will be open for the holiday, and you can find hours listed on Walmart's website.
Whole Foods: Stores will be open, but hours may vary. You can confirm your Whole Foods location's hours online.
Many major restaurant chains are franchised, meaning locations may have varied or limited hours for July 4. Generally, it's best to confirm your restaurant's hours online, via their mobile app, or over the phone before visiting.
Those that are expected to be operating on Independence Day include:
If you're traveling, like millions of other Americans are expected to, most gas stations and convenience stores will also be open.
Before visiting any locally-owned restaurants or stores, you may want to confirm their holiday hours online or by giving them a call.
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