As Independence Day approaches, many stores across Georgia are preparing for shoppers looking to escape the neighborhood fireworks and engage in some retail therapy. Whether you’re in the market for essentials for festive cocktails, supplies for a home improvement project, or just looking for a fun shopping experience, you’re in luck: many retailers will be open on July 4th.
However, it’s worth noting that some major chains, like Costco, will be closed for the holiday, as is their usual policy for most major holidays. While several retailers will maintain regular hours, others will have reduced hours, necessitating a quick call to check on operations at your local store.
Here’s a detailed look at which retail outlets in Georgia will be open or closed on Independence Day, along with their expected hours:
**Retail Stores**
– **Academy Sports + Outdoors**: Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
– **Bass Pro Shops**: Closing early at 7 p.m.; open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
– **Belk**: Anticipated hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– **Best Buy**: Regular hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
– **Big Lots**: Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
– **Cabela’s**: Most locations will operate from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., closing early.
– **Dick’s Sporting Goods**: Expected to close early at 7 p.m.
– **Dillard’s**: Open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– **Dollar General**: Open, but hours may differ by location.
– **JCPenney**: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– **Kohl’s**: Most stores open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with some possibly closing early.
– **Macy’s**: Stores will maintain normal hours.
– **Nordstrom**: Open as per usual hours.
– **Office Depot and OfficeMax**: Most locations to be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– **Petco**: Most locations will close at 8 p.m., with some possibly closing at 7 p.m.
– **REI**: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– **Target**: Open, but hours may vary by location.
– **Walmart**: Most outlets maintain regular hours from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
**Grocery Stores**
– **Aldi**: Open with limited hours that vary per location.
– **BJ’s Wholesale Club**: Stores will be open at regular hours.
– **Food Lion**: Open, maintaining regular hours.
– **Giant Food**: Normal operating hours expected.
– **Kroger and affiliated stores**: Open with some locations potentially closing early.
– **Publix**: Observing normal operating hours.
– **Sam’s Club**: Operating hours are 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members.
– **Stop & Shop**: Operating on regular hours.
– **Trader Joe’s**: Will close four hours earlier at 5 p.m.
– **Whole Foods**: Hours vary by location but stores will be open.
– **Winn-Dixie**: Open during regular hours.
**Hardware and Home Improvement Stores**
– **Ace Hardware**: Regular hours expected.
– **Home Depot**: Operating at 6 a.m., with potential early closures at certain locations.
– **Lowe’s**: Open at 6 a.m. but closing early at 8 p.m.
– **True Value**: Some stores may be closed; those open might have adjusted hours.
**Drugstores**
For any additional information, consumers are encouraged to verify with their local store regarding Independence Day hours. Whether you’re stocking up for the holiday or looking for some last-minute essentials, there’s a vast array of options available to suit your needs.
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