See what’s open, closed on the federal holiday

On January 20, 2025By Littum

Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which means federal employees and many other workers will have the day off. This year, the holiday honoring the life and legacy of the American civil rights icon also coincides with President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration day.

This three-day weekend can give you extra time to run errands. Or maybe you want to take advantage of the day off by eating out. Before you do, take a look at which facilities plan to be closed for the holiday.

When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is always the third Monday in January. This year it falls on Monday, January 20.

Is MLK a holiday? Will banks be closed on MLK Day?

YesMartin Luther King Jr. Day is one of 11 federal holidays recognized in the United States. This means that the banks are closed on Monday. The Federal Reserve will also be closed.

ATMs and digital banking functions will still be operational.

Is the post office open on MLK Day? Will mail be delivered?

Like one federal and state observed holiday for the US Postal Service, post offices will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, so you will not receive your regular mail or packages. USPS Priority Mail will be the only service in operation. Banks and their branches will also be closed on the public holiday.

Will Amazon, UPS, FedEx ship packages on MLK Day?

UPS pickup and delivery will be closed on MLK Dayand store locations may also be closed.

However, FedEx will have modified pickup and delivery services with open locations, the the company’s website notes.

Amazon will also not deliver any packages on Monday, January 20th.

Is the stock market open on MLK Day?

NoUS stock markets will be closed on Monday, January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Nasdaq and Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange will be closed on the holiday. The US bond markets will close on January 20, according to The securities industry and the Financial Markets Association. The markets will reopen on January 21.

Will grocery stores be closed on MLK Day? Will Walmart, Target be open?

Most grocery stores will operate during normal business hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This includes the following:

Walmart
Goal
Costco
Sam’s club
HEB

Are restaurants open on MLK Day?

Restaurants are generally open and operating at normal capacity on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. However, it’s a good idea to check with your local eatery and check its hours before making plans.