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What's Open, Closed In Wayland On July 3 And 4
The holiday falls on a Saturday this year, meaning it will be observed on Friday. That means some changes to local schedules and events.
WAYLAND, MA — The Fourth of July is going to look pretty different this year. Not only does the holiday fall on a Saturday, but many places — town and city halls in particular — are already shut down due to coronavirus.
For the most part, there are no July 4 celebrations happening in Massachusetts this weekend. But if you're planning a celebration at home, here's an idea of what stores and other services are going to be available Friday and Saturday.
- Retail stores: Open at owner's discretion
- Liquor stores: Open in general
- Supermarkets: Open, but check your local store for reduced hours
- Convenience stores: Open in general
- Bars: Bars are closed until at least phase 4, but ones with restaurants attached will likely be open. Call ahead first.
- Banks: Most will be closed Friday and Saturday, but check your local branch ahead of time.
- Libraries: Closed
- Stock market: Closed Friday
- Municipal, state, federal offices: Closed
- Mail: Post offices closed; express delivery only
- MetroWest Transit Authority: No fixed-route service on July 4.
- Worcester Regional Transit Authority: No fixed-route bus or van service on July 4. Customer service center open July 3, closed July 4.
- MBTA: On Friday, subways and ferries will run on a weekday schedule, while buses and commuter rail will run on a Saturday schedule. On Saturday, subways and commuter rail will run on a Saturday schedule, while buses will run on a Sunday schedule.
