Fourth of July 2024: These stores will be open for the holiday

Independence Day is this week.

This year, the holiday falls on Thursday, July 4. There are plenty of celebrations happening across metro Phoenix and Arizona over the weekend.

As we look forward to the holiday, there may still be some errands to run before Thursday. Stores and other services may be closed or have limited hours. To ensure our readers are prepared for the holiday we put together a list of what’s open and closed for the national holiday.

Here’s a list that includes grocery stores, post offices and other services around the metro area and whether they’ll be open on the Fourth of July.

Is the USPS open on Independence Day? Will mail be delivered?

All post office locations will be closed for the federal holiday.

Regular residential and business mail deliveries will not be available. However, Priority Mail Express is available on federal holidays.

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Are FedEx and UPS open on Independence Day?

FedEx and UPS will not have pickup or delivery services on July 4. Both shipping couriers have modified hours. Individuals should check their local stores for their specific hours.

UPS has published its holiday schedule on its website. FedEx has a similar page on its website.

What grocery stores are open on Independence Day?

Aldi: Stores will be open on July 4 but will have modified hours. Hours for specific stores can be found using the Aldi store locator on the retailer’s website.

Costco: Will be closed for the holiday, according to the retailer’s website.

Kroger/Fry's: Stores will operate under regular hours.

Trader Joe’s: The retailer announced in June that it would have special hours in observance of the Fourth of July. All Trader Joe’s stores will close at 5 p.m.

Whole Foods Market: The retailer will have modified hours for Independence Day. Individuals should check their local store page for more information. Whole Foods has an online store locator tool.

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Are banks open on Independence Day?

Banks are closed on federal holidays including Independence Day.

Some banking services may be available, such as self-service ATM tellers for withdrawals or deposits.

Are schools open on Independence Day?

All federal offices and schools will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Is the DMV open on Independence Day?

No, the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division will be closed on Independence Day, according to the office's website.

Is Walmart open on Independence Day?

Walmart, the retail giant, will be open during normal business hours on Independence Day. Customers can find the hours of the location closest to them online.

Is Target open on Independence Day?

Target stores will operate on Independence Day with regular business hours, varying by location. Customers can find the hours of the locations closest to them online.

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Are banks open on Fourth of July? Here's what is open and closed