July Fourth 2025 saw record travel and political protests alongside traditional celebrations, as fireworks tariffs and immigration policies reshaped observances.

No. United States stock markets are closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. According to the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq websites, their markets also close early (at 1 p.m.) on Thursday, July 3. The Federal Reserve considers the Fourth of July a bank holiday, meaning most banks will be closed.

Every year on July 4, the United States celebrates Independence Day. The day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. This year marks the 249th year of US leaders like Thomas Jefferson signing the document, severing 13 American colonies from British rule.