Though banks and most post offices will be closed on the Fourth of July, many big-box retailers will be opening their doors.
Whether you need to pick up some last-minute pet food or groceries for your Independence Day cookout, here’s what Illinois shoppers should know about major retailers’ holiday hours.

Is Aldi open on the Fourth of July?
Aldi stores will be open with limited hours on July 4.
Holiday hours can vary from location to location, so check your local Aldi’s holiday hours before you go. You can find the store locator here to double-check the opening hours of your nearest Aldi.
Is Whole Foods open on July 4th?
Most Whole Foods locations will close early, at 6 p.m. on the Fourth of July.
Under regular hours, most Whole Foods locations open at 8 a.m. and close at 11 p.m. There are a few that open at 7:30 a.m.
Some Whole Foods locations close at 9 p.m. while others close at 10 p.m.
Is Trader Joe’s open on July 4th?
Trader Joe’s locations will only be open until 5 p.m. on the Fourth of July.
Most Trader Joe’s locations open at 8 a.m. A few open at 9 a.m. Trader Joe’s stores usually close at 9 p.m. during their regular hours.
Is Target open on July 4th?
Target will be open throughout the Fourth of July weekend; however, hours of operation may vary by location, so please check your local store’s hours before visiting.
Most Target stores open at 8 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Some Target locations open at 7 a.m.
Is Walmart open on July 4th?
Walmart stores only close on Thanksgiving and Christmas, so they will also be open with regular hours on the Fourth of July.
Most Walmart stores open at 6 a.m. They close at 11 p.m. The same hours apply to most Walmart Neighborhood Market locations.
Is Kroger open on the Fourth of July?
While a few stores may be outliers, most stores in the Kroger family of companies will be open regular hours on July 4, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Costco open on July 4th?
Costco stores will be closed on the Fourth of July.
Is Sam’s Club open on July 4th?
Most Sam’s Club locations will be open on July 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check your local store’s hours in advance.
Are TJ Maxx, Marshall’s or HomeGoods open on July 4th?
Yes, all three stores will be open on Thursday, the company confirmed to USA TODAY. However, all three will close at 8 p.m. local time.
Are Home Depot, Lowe’s or Ace Hardware open on July 4th?
Most Home Depot stores will be open on the Fourth of July; however, hours may vary by location, so check with your local store for its specific hours.
Lowe’s stores will also be open Thursday; however, stores will close at 8 p.m. local time.
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to check with their local stores to confirm business hours on holidays.
Is Tractor Supply Company open on July 4th?
Yes, Tractor Supply Co. stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, the company told USA TODAY.
Are Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s open on July 4th?
Yes, both Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the Fourth of July. Some stores are subject to the hours of their malls or shopping centers, so check with your local store for their specific holiday hours.
Is IKEA open on July 4th?
Yes, IKEA stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Dick’s Sporting Goods open on July 4th?
Dick’s Sporting Goods stores will be open on July 4th, however they will close at 7 p.m. local time.
Are PetCo or PetSmart open on July 4th?
PetSmart stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Fourth of July.
PetCo holiday store hours vary by location, so check with your local store for specific hours.
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Looking to run some Fourth of July errands? Here’s which stores will be open and closed
Reporting by Hannah Hudnall, Katie Wiseman, Gabe Hauari and Samantha Neely, USA TODAY NETWORK / Journal Star
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