Independence Day 4th of July: What's Open and Closed

Banks and post offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day, however most major restaurant, grocery and retail store chains will remain open on the holiday. Companies such as Walmart, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A and Target, among many others, will keep their doors open on the federal holiday this year. The stock market, however, will also be closed on Thursday. The origins of the Fourth of July date back to when Philadelphians marked the first anniversary of American independence with a 'spontaneous celebration,' which is described in a letter by John Adams to his daughter, Abigail, according to the Library of Congress.

However, the annual observation of the holiday only became a regular occurrence after the War of 1812, where events such as groundbreaking ceremonies for the Erie Canal and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad were scheduled to coincide with Fourth of July festivities. Congress passed a law making Independence Day a federal holiday on June 28, 1870. Here is what you need to know about what is open and closed on the Fourth of July this year. Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

on the Fourth of July, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. However, it is best to reach out to your local Walmart or check the online store directory before heading to the store. According to Costco's website, warehouses will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Yes, Target stores will be open on the Fourth of July, the company told USA TODAY. Store hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding its specific holiday hours.

The following restaurants are open on July 4. Hours are displayed for companies that provided them. Here's which grocery stores are open on July 4. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them. Costco warehouses will be closed on Thursday.

Stores listed below will be open on July 4. Hours are listed for the companies that provided them. Americans across the country will celebrate Independence Day with barbecues, fireworks and a day off from work for many employees. The Fourth of July marks the birth of American independence, the day the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence in 1776. This year, the Fourth of July will fall on a Thursday.

Here's what will be open and closed. Target and Walmart locations will be open during their regular local hours. Most grocery stores under Kroger -- which includes Fred Meyer, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Ralphs and QFC -- will be open during their regular hours on July 4. Sam's Club will be open from 8 am to 6 pm for Plus members and 10 am to 6 pm for Club members. Costco warehouses will be closed on July 4.

For those who want more specialty groceries, most Whole Foods stores will be open during normal hours, while Trader Joe's locations will close at 5 pm. Make sure to check with local retailers and restaurants for their Independence Day hours before visiting. Independence Day is a holiday for the United States Postal Service, so it won't be picking up or delivering mail. There will be no UPS pickup or delivery service, though UPS Express Critical service is available. Make sure to check your local UPS store, as locations may be closed on July 4.

Most FedEx services will also be closed, though FedEx Custom Critical will be open for crucial shipments. July 4 is a Federal Reserve banking holiday, so most bank branches across the country will be closed. The Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange will also get the day off. As always, online banking services and ATMs will be available. Nonessential government offices will be closed on Tuesday, including the DMV and public libraries.