Beyond patriotic parades, watermelon-eating contests, and fun family barbecues, bargain hunting is another way to celebrate the beauty and bounty of America this July 4.

That’s especially true with retailers nationwide offering savings on both big-ticket items and everyday necessities, as USA Today reported.

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So, if retail therapy on a budget is your thing, check out some of these amazing discounts — akin to Black Friday — ahead of the red, white and blue holiday.

(And in the video, below, check out some easy-to-make Fourth of July-themed recipes to enjoy after you shop as well.)

For huge savings on beauty and fashion must-haves, here are a few ideas:

Kohl’s. Save up to 80 percent on “100s of Epic Deals.”

The Gap. Celebrate an extra 40 percent off all purchases online and in-store with the code “PARTYON.”

For household appliances and other embellishments and products, try these:

Houzz. Enjoy up to 75 percent off swivel stools, area rugs, and other home accoutrements, through July 6.

Cracker Barrel. It offers savings online year-round; visit retailmenot.com/view/crackerbarrel.com, if you’re browsing online over the holiday, to save 25 percent on quilts.

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And take advantage of free standard ground shipping for select orders from the popular family restaurant and store.

Williams-Sonoma. The store is offering savings of up to 55 percent — and a slice of Americana to boot — on KitchenAid stand mixers and other classics.

Ace Hardware. Now through July 9, a special store offer takes 30 percent off any regular-priced item under $50 — or $15 off on any regular-priced item over $50. Consult the website for the relevant store coupon.

And if you’ve been dreaming of a good night’s sleep for eons, a new mattress could make all the difference this holiday. Here are some savings to be had for this larger purchase — and then some:

DreamCloud Sleep. Enjoy $200 off all mattresses through the holiday.

Eight Sleep. Where, the store claims, “exceptional comfort meets advance technology.” Save between $50 and $250 on selected mattress.

Nectar Sleep. Through the holiday, save $125 on all mattresses and get two complimentary pillows with every purchase.

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MyPillow. This site has many fabulous deals, including a four-pack set of pillows with 50 percent savings when using a special promo code.

Purple. Get a free pillow, seat cushion, sheet set or mattress protector (approximately a $100 value) with a mattress purchase.

Celebrate America by saving big on things you were going to buy anyway!

Elizabeth Economou is a former CNBC staff writer and adjunct professor. Follow her on Twitter.

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