On Monday, January 20, we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday recognized as a national day of service aimed at inspiring all Americans to volunteer and enhance their communities, as stated by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

In 1983, President Ronald Reagan signed the King Holiday Bill into law, establishing the third Monday of January as a federal holiday dedicated to the legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as per the museum’s information.

The museum also notes that the effort to honor King started just four days after his assassination on April 4, 1968. However, it took 15 years of dedicated advocacy from civil rights activists for this holiday to gain federal approval, and an additional 17 years for it to be recognized in all 50 states.

Although many restaurants, grocery stores, and retail businesses will be operating as usual on Monday, banks, post offices, and the stock market will be closed.

Here’s what you should know about what is open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2025.

When is MLK Day 2025?

This year, MLK Day falls on Monday, January 20.

Will the Post Office Be Open on MLK Day? Is Mail Delivered?

According to the USPS, all U.S. Postal Service offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, meaning no mail will be delivered on that day. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, January 21.

Will Banks Be Open on MLK Day?

Major banks including Capital One, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, PNC, Chase, Truist, and CitiBank will be closed on Monday, January 20, as confirmed by the companies to YSL News.

Are Shipping Services such as UPS and FedEx Open on MLK Day?

On Monday, January 20, UPS will not offer pickup or delivery services, and some UPS Store locations may be closed as well, as indicated on their website. It’s advisable for customers to check their local store’s hours.

For those needing urgent shipping, UPS Express Critical services are available year-round. For more details, contact 1-800-714-8779 or visit mnx.com.

In contrast, FedEx will have some pickup and delivery services operating on January 20, and FedEx Office locations are expected to remain open. Customers should verify the hours of their local store.

FedEx Custom Critical services are also available 24/7, every day of the year. Please call 1-800-762-3787 for more information.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter. Follow him on X @GabeHauari