Is Publix open on the 4th of July?

The 4th of July is known for BBQs, picnic food, and fireworks.

As a bonus, the holiday falls on a Friday this year, providing a perfect opportunity for long celebrations and late nights with family and friends, or even the chance to travel since you have a three-day weekend if your employer gives you the 4th of July off.

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But what if you forget your picnic staples and don't have the potato salad you were assigned to bring, the rolls for the hot dogs, or ketchup? You'll need to find a store to stock up on the things you're missing.

If you live in the Southeast, Publix may be your store of choice. The beloved supermarket has locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

The big question is, will Publix be open on the 4th of July if you discover yourself in need of some additional items to make your day as festive and as fun as possible?

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You'll be able to stock up on essentials at Publix on Independence Day.

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Is Publix open on the 4th of July?

The good news for Publix fans is that the store is not going to let you down on Independence Day. Publix is absolutely going to be open for the 4th of July.

In fact, Publix should be open for its normal hours, which vary by store but which are usually 7 a.m. to either 9 p.m. or (more commonly) 10 p.m. There are typically no adjustments to this normal schedule on the 4th of July.

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Publix liquor stores will also be open for the holiday, although Publix pharmacies will be closed, so be sure that you aren't counting on picking up your prescriptions on the holiday.

What holidays does Publix close for?

Although Publix does not close for the 4th of July, there are a few holidays on which the store does shut down. In fact, there are three:

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Since the first of those days will not take place until November, you don't have to worry about your Publix being closed for a while. If you need something on the 4th of July, feel free to head over to your local store during normal business hours.