Is Costco open on the Fourth of July?
AFTER missing out on the full-extent of Fourth of July celebrations due to the pandemic, the country is ready to celebrate. As you prepare for the holiday, make sure that you've got enough hamburgers, hot dogs, and patriotic decor to make up for last year. Unfortunately, Costco does close for most major national holidays including Independence Day. Buying in bulk may be the best way to prepare for your summer party so make sure that you stop by before Sunday. Costco is also closed for New Years Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. To find the closest wholesale store near you use the store locator. Independence Day is celebrated annually on July 4th in the United States. The national holiday commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by Congress on July 4, 1776. In 1775, the 13 colonies that made up America declared a war of independence against Britain. The British had inhabited America since 1587 and exploited their resources such as tobacco and tea. 4 The Fourth of July has been a Federal Holiday since 1870 Credit: AP  Tensions began to rise between the British and Americans as the British Government pushed for their own financial gain and continued to exploit American goods through taxation. Founding Father and head of the Sons of Liberty organisation Samuel Adams, and his men, boarded three ships in Boston harbour and threw 342 chests of tea overboard. This became known as The Boston Tea Party of 1773. Other violent acts also arose from the tension over the taxation of tea and other products. The Boston Tea Party was one of the main events that started the American Revolutionary War. 4 Independence Day honors the passing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 Credit: Getty  In 1775, the 13 colonies that made up America declared a war of independence against Britain and on July 4, 1776, Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence. It is one of 11 federal holidays meaning that it is recognized nationwide by the government and is honored as a paid holiday by many companies. The Fourth of July became a federal holiday in 1870. Fourth of July celebrations have taken various forms across the centuries. In Bristol, Rhode Island, in 1777 there was a salute with 13 shotguns in the morning and evening of July 4. And in 1778, then general of the revolutionary army, George Washington, doubled his troops rum ration for the festivities. Nowadays, fireworks are one of the most common ways to celebrate Independence Day. Displays are held in every major city and the White House also puts on its own show on the South Lawn. Generally, 4th of July is a time to spend with family and friends, eating BBQs, watching firework displays and parades while surrounded by a large quantity of red, white and blue, stars and stripes themed paraphernalia.