The final preparations are underway for the 49th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks special for a night of dazzling pyrotechnics across New York City’s skyline, with a star-studded lineup of live performances by country artists,

Alternatively, you may be hoping to check some errands off your to-do list on the holiday. If a trip to the post office was on your mind, you're probably wondering if USPS is even open on the 4th of July. To save you time, we've outlined all the need-to-know info below.

Independence Day in the United States, celebrated each year on July 4, marks the historic adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, signifying the nation's break from British rule.

Mail delivery will likely be disrupted as the United States Post Offices pauses normal operations on all federal holidays.