US EditionFourth of July 2025: A Guide to What’s Open and Closed in NYC on Friday
- On Friday, July 4, 2025, Independence Day is observed nationwide with federal, state, and city offices closed across the U.S., including New York City.
- The holiday commemorates the day in 1776 when the Second Continental Congress collectively approved the Declaration that officially ended colonial rule under Great Britain.
- Many government buildings, post offices, courts, banks, and the New York Stock Exchange will be closed, while public transit runs on a weekend or Saturday schedule with delays near fireworks events.
- AAA predicts that more than 72 million people in the U.S. will undertake domestic travel during the period from late June through early July, marking a rise of 1.7 million travelers compared to the previous year, and advises conducting vehicle checks before trips to ensure safety.
- These closures and increased travel volumes suggest widespread impact on services and congestion, while most stores and restaurants remain open, and holiday celebrations continue nationwide.
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