As July 4th approaches, anticipation grows for the federal holiday. Here’s a guide to what will be open and closed this Independence Day to assist in planning your day effectively.
On July 4th, all major banks like Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank, and JPMorgan Chase will be closed due to the Federal Reserve banking holiday. This means that most bank branches nationwide will not be open, although online banking services and ATMs will remain accessible.
The Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange will also be closed on the holiday.
Post offices will be closed on July 4th, with no mail delivery, caller service, or Post Office Box service available.
UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on July 4th, except for UPS Express Critical service, which remains operational. Additionally, some UPS store locations may be closed.
Most FedEx services will be unavailable on July 4th, with the exception of FedEx Custom Critical, which will continue to operate for essential shipments.
On July 4th, nonessential government offices such as the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and public libraries will be closed. This closure includes services that are typically important for last-minute errands or documentation requirements.
Costco warehouses will be closed on July 4th, marking it as one of the few major retailers that will completely cease operations for the holiday.
Numerous well-known restaurant chains will continue to operate on July 4th, including:
While most banks, government offices, and certain large retailers such as Costco will be closed, many grocery stores, retail outlets, and restaurants will remain open. It’s advisable to check for potential reduced operating hours at some places. Have a great holiday!