Banks and post offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This federal holiday, established to honor the civil rights leader, also serves as a national day of service. While most retail and grocery stores will remain open, financial institutions and the stock market will be closed.
The U.S. Postal Service will not deliver mail on MLK Day, with regular operations resuming on Tuesday, January 20. Major banks, including Bank of America, Chase, CitiBank, PNC, U.S. Bank, and Wells Fargo, will have their branches closed.
Shipping services will have varied operations. UPS will not offer pickup or delivery services, and UPS Store locations may be closed, though UPS Express Critical is available. FedEx will provide some pickup and delivery services, and FedEx Office locations are expected to be open, with FedEx Custom Critical also available year-round.