What’s open, closed on July 4th in Miami-Dade & Broward County

MIAMI – Independence Day falls on a Tuesday this year and the holiday is observed by the federal, state, and local governments.

So before you go and buy the fireworks, and prepare for the fun, here is a list of what will be closed on July 4th in Miami-Dade and Broward County. 

• Federal offices: Closed.
• County offices: Closed.
• County courts: Closed.
• Public schools: Closed.
• Garbage collection: Broward – regular schedule in most cities. Miami- regular schedule. Miami-Dade – no collection on July 4th.
• Post offices: Closed
• Public libraries: Closed.
• Stock markets: Closed.
• Post offices: Closed (only Express Mail will be delivered).
• County transit: Sunday/holiday schedule.
• Tri-Rail: Weekend schedule.
• Public libraries: Closed.
• Banks: Most are closed (check with your branch).
• Most regional and neighborhood parks, nature centers and natural areas will be open.
• Broward and Miami-Dade Transit will operate on a Sunday bus schedule.
• Malls: Open. 

And for last-minute grocery shoppers looking to throw down on the grill or kitchen, here are some grocery stores open July 4. 

• BJ’s Wholesale Club: Open regualr hours. 
• Publix: Open regular hours.
• Sam’s Club: All locations will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Members get extended hours from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Target: Open regular hours.
• Trader Joes: All locations will be open.
• Walmart: Most locations open regular hours, but check local store.
• Whole Foods: Most locations open, but store hours will vary by location.