What's open and closed on July 4th?

The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year. We've created a comprehensive list of what's open and closed on the Independence Day holiday.

Trump slams 'non-working holidays' on Juneteenth, cites billions in costs

President Donald Trump lamented that there were too many "non-working holidays" on Thursday, as Americans across the country observed Juneteenth.

Street closures by Lake Merritt on Juneteenth take some by surprise

What’s normally a jubilant Juneteenth celebration at Oakland's Lake Merritt – marred last year by a mass shooting – was instead met with barricades and blocked roads Thursday, leaving community members blindsided and festivities muted.

List: Juneteenth events happening in the Bay Area this week

Juneteenth is an annual celebration commemorating the official end of slavery in the U.S. Here's a list of events happening in the Bay Area.

Juneteenth 2025: What's open and closed

Juneteenth, observed on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States were informed of their freedom in Galveston, Texas.

Majority of Americans say Memorial Day has lost its meaning, new poll finds

A new survey finds that 52% of Americans believe Memorial Day has lost its original meaning, even as many still associate the holiday with honoring fallen military members.

Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed

The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.

Mother’s Day 2025 food deals, discounts

Celebrate mom with free food, gift card rewards, and special deals from Burger King, KFC, Denny's and more this Mother’s Day, May 11.

Which stores are open and closed on Easter?

Here’s a list of which stores will be open and closed on Easter this year.

Easter wouldn’t be the same without Peeps—here’s how they’re made

Whether you love them or leave them, Peeps are one of Easter’s most iconic candies. Here’s how they’re made, how many are produced, and what goes into the sugary marshmallow treats.

Egg shortage? Easter tradition gets a makeover with dyed potatoes

Easter is a holiday when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but a few aspects of the celebration are linked to ancient religious traditions.

When did April Fools’ Day start? The confusing history of April 1

Wondering why April 1 is all about jokes and hoaxes? Here’s a deep dive into the strange history and uncertain origins of April Fools’ Day, from calendar mix-ups to medieval pranks.

41st annual Saint Patrick's Day parade and festival held in Dublin

One of the biggest Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations took place in the East Bay on Saturday: the 41st annual Saint Patrick’s Day parade and festival kicked off just after 9:30 a.m.