Fourth of July barbecues, beach days and boating trips can go on as planned this holiday weekend as the forecast calls for ideal weather for all outdoor activities. After parts of the state got thunderstorms Thursday night, Massachusetts residents can expect sunny and less humid weather on Friday.

The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and bond markets will close early the day before Independence Day (Thursday, July 3, 2025), ending for the day at 1 p.m., and will be closed on the Fourth of July. Those markets are typically open Monday through Friday, aside from select holidays.

The Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission Regulations state that Massachusetts residents can buy alcohol from liquor stores on the Fourth of July. Beer, wine, and liquor can also be purchased at open grocery stores. While there are no specific hour restrictions, people should check their local liquor store’s hours.