Is the Stock Market Open on July 4th (Independence Day)?
No — U.S. stock markets are closed on July 4th (Independence Day).
July 4th (Independence Day) 2026: Friday, July 3, 2026
U.S. stock markets are closed on Independence Day. In addition, when July 3 falls on a weekday, the market closes early at 1:00 p.m. ET the day before the holiday.
When July 4 lands on a Saturday, the market closes Friday, July 3 instead; when it lands on a Sunday, the closure moves to Monday, July 5. Combined with the early close, the holiday typically produces one of the quietest trading stretches of the summer.
The U.S. bond market is also closed, per SIFMA's recommended holiday schedule.
July 4th (Independence Day) market status by year
| Year | Date | Market status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday, Jul 3 | Market closed |
| 2027 | Monday, Jul 5 | Market closed |
| 2028 | Tuesday, Jul 4 | Market closed |
| 2029 | Wednesday, Jul 4 | Market closed |