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MLK Day 2026: What’s Open and Closed on Monday

Government offices, mail and markets close for the federal observance, with carriers and schools varying by location.

Overview

  • Federal, state and many local government offices will be closed Monday, though emergency services remain available.
  • The U.S. Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery and retail operations, continuing only Priority Mail Express and select premium services, and some Amazon deliveries are scheduled.
  • FedEx will operate with modified service and hours, while UPS generally will not offer pickup or delivery.
  • Banks and U.S. stock exchanges, including the NYSE and Nasdaq, will be closed, though ATMs will function as normal.
  • Most large retailers and grocery chains plan to open on regular hours, and local schedules vary for schools, transit and services, with LIRR and SEPTA on weekday service and Philadelphia trash collection delayed by one day.