What’s Open and Closed on the Fourth of July?

Independence Day is a time to celebrate with fireworks, hot dogs, and apple pie. But if you need to stock up on something at the last minute, where can you go?

Many places may have limited hours or are closed altogether on the Fourth of July. But other retailers are open.

Find out what is open — and closed — during the holiday. That way, you will know where to go if you need to grab one of your top rewards credit cards and make a last-minute shopping trip.

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1. Walmart

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Walmart is a great place to save, which means one of the popular Walmart hacks is to head to the retailer to buy last-minute items at a bargain price.

Fortunately, Walmart will be open for the Fourth of July if you need to pick up extras for a picnic or barbecue. The retailer is typically only closed for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

As with all the stores on this list, double-check the hours of your local store to make sure it is open before you go.

2. Target

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Grab treats, plates, and more for your Fourth of July event by swinging by Target for last-minute items: Stores will be open as usual.

3. Rite Aid

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Rite Aid will likely be open in your neighborhood for the Fourth of July, as that has been the case in past years.

However, check in to see if there are any changes to its hours for the holiday, especially for the pharmacy.

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4. Trader Joe's

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Trader Joe’s will be open on the Fourth of July, so you can grab extra treats or pick up some fun items for the holiday.

It’s important to note that stores will close at 5 p.m. on Independence Day, however, so make sure you get your shopping done early.

5. CVS

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CVS stores traditionally have been open on Independence Day, but you will want to double-check with your local store before you go.

It’s also a good idea to ask about whether the pharmacy itself will be open for its normal hours on that day.

6. Walgreens

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Walgreens is another pharmacy that typically is open on the Fourth of July.

As with CVS, it's best to call ahead if you need to use the pharmacy to make sure it will be open.

7. Sam's Club

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You can stock up at Sam’s Club during the holiday: Unlike Costco, it will be open on Independence Day.

Doors will open at 10 a.m. as usual — and 8 a.m. for Plus members. However, Sam’s Club will close two hours earlier than normal on the Fourth of July, at 6 p.m. So, plan your shopping accordingly.

8. Aldi

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Aldi stores will be open, but will operate on limited hours compared to typical shopping days.

Check with your local Aldi to see when it will be open on that day, as hours will vary from location to location.

9. Buc-ee's

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Buc-ee’s is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, according to its website. So, your local Buc-ee’s should be ready for you to pick up some treats.

Stop by a Buc-ee’s to see if it has Fourth of July-themed gear in stock to wear.

10. Dollar Tree

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Save some money by picking up last-minute seasonal items at Dollar Tree, which traditionally has been open for the Fourth of July holiday.

11. Dollar General

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Like Dollar Tree, Dollar General is expected to be open during the holiday. So, you can grab some items to celebrate the day, or just stop in on your day off for some typical shopping.

12. Costco

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If you are feeding a big crowd, you can save money at Costco by buying in bulk. If this is your plan for the Fourth of July, you will need to stop by Costco before the holiday starts.

The warehouse retailer closes for seven national holidays, including Independence Day. So, forget any plans for a Costco run on that day.

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Bottom line

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The good news is you can shop at many places that will be open on Independence Day. Check with your local store to make sure its hours haven’t changed.

Then, grab one of the best cash back credit cards and head to the store for what you need.

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