Our next federal holiday is coming up this Saturday, but will most places be closed the day before?
Independence Day is this weekend and will celebrate the country’s semiquincentennial, which commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. For those wondering if you’ll need to do errands days in advance, here’s a look at what will be open and closed across Florida this Friday, July 3.
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Are Florida government offices open the day before the Fourth of July 2026?
State offices will be closed on Thursday, July 2 and Monday, July 6, in addition to the regular state holiday observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 3.
Will the DMV be open?
No, the DMV will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.
Will Florida schools be open on the Fourth of July 2026?
All Florida K-12 schools are already out for the summer. All public universities will be closed on July 3 in observance of Independence Day.
If it is a private school or university, check its calendar to see whether it is closed.
Are Florida banks open the day before Fourth of July 2026?
Florida banks and their branches will be open July 3, the day before the Fourth of July.
Are Florida post offices open the day before the Fourth of July 2026?
According to the U.S. Postal Service, post offices will be open on Friday, July 3, and deliveries will occur as normal. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, some USPS employees will treat the preceding Friday as a holiday for pay and leave purposes.
Are FedEx and UPS open on the day before the Fourth of July 2026?
Yes, both FedEx and UPS are open on Friday, July 3; However, some services operate on different schedules due to the holiday. Call your local location ahead of time.
Are Florida grocery stores open on the Fourth of July 2026?
Grocery stores and retailers are open the day before the holiday; however, they may have modified hours ahead of the holiday weekend, so contact your local store to check their hours.
Is the Fourth of July a federal holiday?
Yes, the Fourth of July is a federal holiday. See all 11 federal holidays:
When is Fourth of July 2027? What date is it next year?
In 2027, the Fourth of July will fall on Sunday.
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