July 4th what's open, what's closed? Will mail run? Is Walmart open ...

The Independence Day holiday in 2023 is today, Tuesday, July 4.

The day commemorates the day that, in 1776, delegates from 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence to mark independence from Great Britain. The day is celebrated as America’s birthday with the U.S. turning 247 in 2023.

July 4th has been a federal holiday since 1870, making it one of the country’s oldest. It is often celebrated with barbecues and cookouts, parades and fireworks.

As a federal and state holiday, government offices are closed on Tuesday, July 4th. Here’s a look at what else is open and closed on July 4th:

Federal offices and courts – Closed

State, county and municipal offices- Closed

U.S. Post Office – Closed. No mail will run on July 4th and post offices will be closed.

Fed Ex and UPS – Closed, except for FedEx Custom Critical and UPS Express Critical.

Banks - Closed

Financial markets- NYSE, NASDAQ closed

Trash service – Most all providers delay a day, check with your provider.

Stores and supermarkets

Aldi – 8 a.m.-4 p.m., varies by storeBest Buy – 11 a.m.-7 p.m., varies by stateBig Lots – 9 a.m.-9 p.m.Chick-fil-A – Hours vary by store, check aheadCostco – ClosedCVS – Most open, hours vary by storeDunkin – Open, varies by storeHobby Lobby – 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.Home Depot - 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.Kohl’s – 9 a.m.- 9 p.m.Krispy Kreme – Most open, hours varyKroger - OpenLowe’s - 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.McDonald’s – Open, varies by storePublix – 7 a.m.-9 p.m.Rite Aid – Opens, varies by storeSam’s Club – Plus Members 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Club Members 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Starbucks – Most open, varies by storeTarget – 8 a.m.-10 p.m., can vary by storeTrader Joe’s – 8 a.m.-5 p.m.Walgreens – 8 a.m.-10 p.m., varies by storeWalmart – Regular hours 6 a.m.-11 p.m.