What closes on July 4? What is open?
Happy birthday America! Independence Day 2020 is Saturday, July 4. It is a federal holiday, so some places will be closed to observe the patriotic festivities.
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What is July 4th? Independence Day celebrates the approval of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Thomas Jefferson drafted the document approved by the delegates of the colonies in the Continental Congress, officially making the United States of America an independent nation. “America’s birthday” is a federal holiday, frequently celebrated with fireworks, parades, concerts, family meals, and more.
Like other recent holidays, this year’s patriotic holiday has been affected by the coronavirus, causing fewer fireworks in upstate New York. Here’s a list of what’s open and closed this Friday and Saturday.
Is Walmart open on July 4? Target is open?
Walmart and Target are open July 4, so there’s plenty of time to get last-minute food for your barbecue grill, perhaps even some sales, though hours may still be cut in places due to the coronavirus.
Are grocery stores open on July 4th? What are Wegmans hours?
Supermarkets, including Wegmans, generally close only for a few holidays, such as Christmas and Thanksgiving, so feel free to make a last-minute meal for your outdoor barbecue. Pharmacies in stores may be operating at reduced hours.
July 4th restaurants open? Closed?
Most restaurants are open for July 4th, although food inside is still restricted due to Covid-19 and hours may be different.
Are pharmacies open?
Most national pharmacy chains are open on Independence Day, but may maintain different or reduced hours during the July 4 holiday.
Are shopping malls open on the fourth of July?
Malls and movie theaters are closed due to coronavirus, but sidewalk pickup and in-store purchases are available at some Destiny USA stores.
Are banks open on July 4?
Banks close on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.
Is the stock market open?
No, the financial markets are closed on Friday in observance of the federal holiday.
Are government offices open?
City, county, state and federal offices are closed on Friday, July 3.
Is parking free on July 4th?
Metered parking in downtown Syracuse is free on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.
Is there trash and recycling on July 4th?
Garbage collection and recycling will not be delayed during the week, according to the mayor’s office in Syracuse. Other municipal and private carriers may work different hours.
Are post offices closed on July 4th? Is there mail delivery?
No. US post offices are closed on federal holidays, and there will be no mail delivery on Saturday.
Are libraries open on July 4th?
Onondaga County libraries are closed due to the coronavirus, but some branches are open for curbside pickup on Friday. You can check your branch through the county website.
Do the buses run on regular hours?
Center is operating on a Sunday / holiday schedule. For information, call 442-3400 or visit the Center’s website.
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