With Christmas approaching this week, if you need to perform any banking activities or send packages, it’s wise to make arrangements in advance.

Nearly all grocery stores, restaurants, and retail outlets will be open on Christmas Eve, typically with modified hours, and banks and post offices will follow suit.

Additionally, the stock market will function on December 24, but will close earlier than usual at 1 p.m. ET in honor of Christmas Day.

Most services from UPS and FedEx will also be operating that day, with retail outlets remaining open as well, as per the companies’ statements.

Here’s what you need to know regarding the operation of banks, post offices, and shipping providers on Tuesday, December 24 this year.

When is Christmas Eve 2024?

This year, Christmas Eve falls on Tuesday, December 24.

Will the post office be open on Christmas Eve? Will mail be delivered?

The U.S. Postal Service has confirmed that post offices will be open during regular hours on December 24, and mail will be delivered, according to YSL News.

Are banks operating on Christmas Eve?

Some branches of PNC and Truist may close at 2 p.m. local time on that day, and other banking institutions might have similar hours.

It’s a good idea to verify your local branch’s holiday hours before heading out.

Are shipping companies like UPS and FedEx working on Christmas Eve?

UPS confirms that all delivery services will be operational on December 24, and UPS Store locations will remain open.

Note that UPS pickup for Air and International Air services must be arranged by December 19, and UPS Ground service pickups won’t be available on Christmas Eve.

Most FedEx services for pickup and delivery will also be in effect on Christmas Eve. However, FedEx Office locations will have altered hours. It’s advisable to contact your nearest FedEx Office for specific holiday timings.

UPS Express Critical services are available year-round, including holidays. For further details, you can call 1-800-714-8779 or visit upsexpresscritical.com.

FedEx Custom Critical services are similarly available all year. For more information, you can reach out at 1-800-762-3787.