With the Fourth of July holiday falling on a Thursday, many Americans may be looking for deals and events near their hometowns.
A record number of drivers and air travelers are expected to take time off during the holiday week, according to AAA, but some people might be considering a staycation over the Fourth of July holiday.
Nearly all U.S. adults (86%) who have experienced a staycation or are interested in experiencing one believe the Fourth of July is the perfect time for a staycation, according to a survey conducted by research firm Prodege for Tito’s Handmade Vodka, which is running its “Staycation with Tito’s” social media campaign.
Because travel can be expensive, some people may be tempted to “spend their money on a big party that won’t cost as much as a holiday weekend getaway,” Katie Thomas, president of the Kearney Consumer Research Institute, told USA Today.
While celebrants may be on the lookout for bargains, Thomas said, “Since the pandemic, people are leaning more into celebrations, whatever the holiday.”
No matter the size of your celebration, here are some great Independence Day getaway ideas.
What’s open on the 4th of July? See hours and details for retailers like Target, Walmart, Home Depot, and more.
Baskin Robbins: 4th of July Deals
The ice cream shop chain is offering several sales through July 15 on the Baskin-Robbins app and BaskinRobbins.com.
Use promo code BEACHDAY to get one sundae, get one 50% off, use promo code FIREWORK to get $5 off Polar Pizza, and use promo code COOL to get $2.50 off any size milkshake.
Buffalo Wild Wings boneless wings are on BOGO sale
Every Thursday, including July 4th, customers can buy one boneless wing, get one free, both in-store and at the restaurant’s takeout and delivery service, Buffalo Wild Wings Go. Customers can also get six free wings with promo code GOWINGS when they order $10 or more at Buffalo Wild Wings Go.
Jimmy John’s BOGO Firecracker Wraps Sale
The sandwich chain will be running a buy-one-get-one-free special on the new spicy Firecracker Wrap for members of its Freaky Fast Rewards loyalty program on July 4. Other limited-time menu items include Firecracker Jimmy Chips and the Confetti Cookie Sandwich.
White Claw and DoorDash: Free delivery and a chance to win a cooler on July 4th
DoorDash will deliver White Claw sparkling water and ready-to-drink cocktails for $0 starting Independence Day weekend through Sunday, July 7. Grammy Award-winning singer and producer T-Pain is also teaming up with White Claw to give away a bottomless Claw Cooler with an unlimited supply of beverages. Join White Claw’s Digital Shore Club through July 21 for a chance to win prizes.
7-Eleven: New Food for Independence Day
Just in time for the Fourth of July, the convenience store chain has some new menu items to satisfy your holiday cravings all day long.
Chicken nuggets are served with tangy ranch, spicy buffalo or tangy barbecue sauce. Philly Cheesesteak Taquitos ($1.99 or two for $3) are made with steak strips, beef crumbles, caramelized onions, roasted peppers and cheddar cheese. Breakfast Skillet Taquitos ($1.99) are made with scrambled eggs, pork sausage, peppers, onions and cheddar cheese. Personal Breakfast Pizza ($3.99) features a 5-inch crispy biscuit crust topped with gravy, sausage, bacon, ham, scrambled eggs and a mozzarella cheddar cheese blend (also available for delivery through 7NOW Delivery). 7-Select Zero Sugar Juices and Teas: Two for $2.50. Options include new drinks such as Zero Sugar Sweet Tea, Zero Sugar Kiwi Strawberry and Zero Sugar Fruit Punch.
ID.me’s new fuel discount program offers veterans, active military, first responders, nurses, teachers and students up to 5 cents per gallon, plus more rewards on the 7Rewards app.
Also available now are Hostess Twinkies with Cherry Slurpee Filling and Drumstick Slurpee Blue Raspberry Vanilla Cones, and 7-Eleven’s annual Slurpee Day is coming up on Thursday, July 11, when customers can get a free Small Slurpee.
Target and Chocolove: 20% off in July
This gourmet chocolate brand recently became available at Target. Flavors include Dark Chocolate Almond & Sea Salt, Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel, and Milk Chocolate. Target Circle members can get 20% off through July 27th.
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4th of July discounts and offers
Applebee’s: This restaurant chain is offering special Star Spangled sips, like $4 Watermelon Breeze mocktails and Coors Lights, and $5 Blue Bahama Mama. Late-night diners can get half-off appetizers like boneless wings at select locations. Baked by Melissa: The New York-based cupcake maker is offering a special Party in the USA pack of 100 for $20 off. BJ’s Brewhouse: Enter promo code FREEPIZOOKIE at checkout to receive a free pizza cookie with the purchase of an appetizer or entrée. This deal was found on money-saving website RetailMeNot. California Pizza Kitchen: Looking to add a twist to your dining out experience? Try this pizza chain’s Grab & Grill pizzas. Two slices for $25 or four for $40. Flavors include Pepperoni, Original BBQ Chicken, Thai Chicken, Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage, California Veggie, and Five Cheese + Fresh Tomato. Post a photo of your pizza baking on Instagram (tag @cpk with #cpkgrabandgrill) for a chance to win free pizza for a year and other prizes. Casey’s General Stores: This convenience store chain has some great pizza deals, including 50% off a large single-topping pizza with the purchase of a large pizza (use code BOGO). Dave & Busters: On the Fourth of July, members of the D&B Rewards loyalty program can get 50% off all dishes (you can join on the company’s website), as well as deals on $5 happy hour drinks. Buy 100 and get 100 free game chips through July 7. And starting Wednesday, July 3, you can play the Deadpool + Wolverine Claws game for a chance to win Deadpool merchandise signed by Ryan Reynolds. DoorDash: Starting at $9.99 per month or $96 per year. Get discounts from Popeyes (50% off 6- or 12-piece combos with boneless or bone-in wings on orders of $15 or more), Wendy’s ($10 off orders of $20 or more including Saucy Nuggs), and The Cheesecake Factory (free Original Cheesecake slice with fresh berries on orders of $40 or more). Dunkin’: Members of the Dunkin’ Rewards loyalty program can purchase a medium Sparkd’ energy drink for $3 every day in July, while supplies last (limit one per member per day). This includes a Berry Burst Peach Sunshine flavor as well as new Tornado Twist Sparkd’ drinks in raspberry, strawberry, peach and lychee flavors. Also through July 8: Rewards members can purchase a hot honey bacon sandwich for $3. Fazoli’s: Through July 10, customers can purchase a spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce or a fettuccine alfredo pasta special for $4 (available for dine-in, drive-thru and online customers at participating locations). Fuzzy’s Taco Shops: Celebrate Independence Day with the limited-time Bomb-a-‘Rita, a frozen strawberry margarita made with blue curacao and topped with a bomb pop.
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