Friday marks the 249 th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence — and the Fourth of July holiday has become one filled with fireworks, musical celebrations and other flag-waving opportunities.

The Nasdaq Stock Market and New York Stock Exchange will be closed on Friday in observance of the Fourth of July. Bond markets will also be closed, as will NYSE American Equities, NYSE Arca Equities,

For those whose Fourth of July plans might involve an emergency trip to the grocery store – read up! Many grocery stores and other businesses stay open on the Fourth of July, so you'll be able to do last-minute errands Friday.