Independence Day is this Friday, and Alabama consumers looking to grab a new outfit for their Fourth of July gathering are in luck, as most retail stores will be open in some capacity on the holiday.
Most restaurant and grocery chains will also be open on July 4, while banks, post offices, and the stock market will be closed.
The origins of the Fourth of July date back to July 4, 1776, when the U.S. unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence.
However, the annual observation of the holiday only became a regular occurrence after the War of 1812, when events such as groundbreaking ceremonies for the Erie Canal and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad were scheduled to coincide with Fourth of July festivities, according to the Library of Congress. Congress passed a law making Independence Day a federal holiday on June 28, 1870.
Here’s what Alabamians need to know about retail stores and whether or not they’ll be open on Friday, July 4.
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Is Target open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, Target stores will be open on July 4, the company told USA TODAY. Store hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding its specific holiday hours.
Is Walmart open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the Fourth of July; however, it is best to check with your local Walmart or the online store directory to confirm hours before heading to the store.
A view shows the logo of a Walmart store in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico June 24, 2024.
Is Costco open on the Fourth of July?
According to Costco’s website, warehouses will be closed on Friday, July 4.
Is Sam’s Club open on the Fourth of July?
Sam’s Club warehouses will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members on the Fourth of July, according to the company’s website.
Is Home Depot open on the Fourth of July?
Home Depot stores will open at their regular time on July 4 and will close at 8 p.m. local time, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Lowe’s open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, Lowe’s stores will be open regular hours on the Fourth of July, the company told USA TODAY.
The Lowe’s logo is displayed on a shopping cart at a Lowe’s home improvement store on November 18, 2015 in South San Francisco, California.
Is Ace Hardware open on the Fourth of July?
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm business hours on July 4.
Are TJ Maxx, Marshall’s or HomeGoods open on the Fourth of July?
All three stores will be open; however, stores will close early at 8 p.m. local time, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Macy’s open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, Macy’s stores will be open their regular hours on July 4, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Nordstrom open on the Fourth of July?
Most Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack stores will be open with modified holiday hours, according to the company’s website. Store hours vary by location, so it is best to check with your local Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack concerning their specific hours on July 4.
Is JCPenney open on the Fourth of July?
JCPenney stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, July 4, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
The exterior wall of a JCPenny store is seen in Wheaton, Maryland, U.S., May 18, 2020.
Is Kohl’s open on the Fourth of July?
Most Kohl’s stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, July 4. However, store hours vary by location, so customers are encouraged to check Kohls.com for details regarding their specific store.
Is Sephora open on the Fourth of July?
Sephora store hours vary by location, and customers are encouraged to use the company’s store locator for specific store hours.
Is Belk open on the Fourth of July?
A company spokesperson told USA TODAY that Belk stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4.
Are Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic or Athleta open on the Fourth of July?
Independence Day hours will vary for each of these stores, and customers are encouraged to contact their local stores for specific hours of operation.
Are Bass Pro Shops or Cabela’s open on the Fourth of July?
Most Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s locations will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4, according to their websites.
Some locations are subject to the hours of their malls or shopping centers; therefore, the company recommends checking with your local store for specific holiday hours.
Is REI open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, REI stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 4, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Burlington open on the Fourth of July?
Burlington store hours may vary on the Fourth of July, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to visit Burlington.com to find specific store hours for their nearest location.
Is IKEA open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, IKEA stores will be open regular hours on July 4, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
The IKEA logo is seen outside an IKEA furniture store in Brussels, Belgium June 13, 2023.
Is Petco open on the Fourth of July?
Petco stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the Fourth of July, the company told USA TODAY.
Is PetSmart open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, most PetSmart stores will be open on July 4, according to the company’s website. However, store hours may vary by location, so it is best to check with your local store for their specific hours.
Are Office Depot and OfficeMax open on the Fourth of July?
Yes, both stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 4, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Tractor Supply Company open on the Fourth of July?
Tractor Supply Co. stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Independence Day, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].
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