Get ready for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, which will impact banking and shipping services across the United States. Find out what’s open and closed on January 20th to plan your business operations accordingly.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, observed on the third Monday in January, is a federal holiday that encourages Americans to volunteer and improve their communities. While most restaurants, grocery stores, and retail stores will remain open, banks, post offices, and the stock market will be closed.
Banks and Post Offices: What’s Closed
U.S. Postal Service post offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, and mail will not be delivered on the day. The USPS will resume regular operations on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Similarly, branches of major banks such as Capital One, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, PNC, Chase, Truist, and CitiBank will also be closed.
Shipping Services: What’s Open
UPS pickup and delivery services are not available on Monday, Jan. 20, but UPS Store locations may be open. However, UPS Express Critical is available 365 days a year. For more information, customers can call 1-800-714-8779 or visit mnx.com.
FedEx, on the other hand, will offer some services on Jan. 20, including pickup and delivery at certain locations. FedEx Office locations are expected to be open as well. However, customers should check with their local store for specific hours of operation. Additionally, FedEx Custom Critical is available 365 days a year; customers can call 1-800-762-3787 for more information.
What’s Open and Closed on MLK Day
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Banks: closed
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Post offices: closed
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USPS mail delivery: not delivered on Jan. 20
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UPS pickup and delivery services: not available on Jan. 20
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FedEx pickup and delivery services: available at certain locations
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FedEx Office locations: open
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Stock market: closed
Note that business hours may vary depending on the location, so it’s always a good idea to check with your local store or service provider for specific hours of operation.
