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July 4, 2026: Retailers Open, Costco Closed, Some Early Hours

7/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Most grocery and big-box retailers will stay open on July 4, 2026, while Costco closes.
Aldi will close early at 4 p.m. in Florida and 6 p.m. elsewhere, while Trader Joe’s closes at 5 p.m. and Whole Foods at 6 p.m.
Walmart will keep its 6 a.m.–11 p.m. schedule and Target will open around 8 a.m., with location-specific hours.
CVS will stay open with many pharmacies on reduced hours, while FedEx and UPS will suspend regular pickup and delivery.

History

Historical Context

In 1976 the United States celebrated its Bicentennial with nationwide fireworks, Operation Sail and patriotic displays, leading retailers such as Walmart and Target to extend store hours to serve crowds. The same practice returns for the 2026 Semiquincentennial, where chains like Costco, Aldi and UPS again modify hours as the holiday coincides with a planned launch of about 850,000 fireworks.

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Story summary

Most grocery and big-box retailers will stay open on July 4, 2026, while Costco closes.
Aldi will close early at 4 p.m. in Florida and 6 p.m. elsewhere, while Trader Joe’s closes at 5 p.m. and Whole Foods at 6 p.m.
Walmart will keep its 6 a.m.–11 p.m. schedule and Target will open around 8 a.m., with location-specific hours.
CVS will stay open with many pharmacies on reduced hours, while FedEx and UPS will suspend regular pickup and delivery.

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