Is the post office closed today? Will there be any mail delivery? What's the reason

Today, Oct. 13, marks Columbus Day, a federal holiday honoring Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’s 1492 arrival in the Americas. Many states also celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day to recognize Native American history, culture, and contributions. Therefore, many government offices will be closed today. Here's a breakdown of what will remain open and what will be closed today.

Will there be any mail delivery today?

Columbus Day is a federal holiday, meaning most government offices, including post offices, are closed. Mail delivery for residential and business addresses is suspended for the day. Only Priority Mail Express continues to operate. Regular mail services will resume on Tuesday, Oct. 14, as per a report by WCNC.


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Is the post office closed today?

While post offices and most federal offices are closed, retail stores and private businesses generally remain open. Shipping services such as UPS and FedEx continue to operate normally, though some packages may require additional transit time due to the holiday.

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How is the holiday observed across the U.S.?

The federal holiday is traditionally Columbus Day, commemorating Columbus’s landing in 1492. Growing awareness of his mistreatment of Indigenous peoples has led several states to rename the day Indigenous Peoples Day, celebrating Native American history and culture.

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President Joe Biden issued the first presidential proclamation for Indigenous Peoples Day in 2021, honoring “the invaluable contributions and resilience of Indigenous peoples” and recognizing “their inherent sovereignty.”

Is the stock market open today, 13 October, Indigenous Peoples' Day?

Yes, U.S. stock markets will operate as usual on Oct. 13, meaning trading on Wall Street won’t pause for either holiday. However, the U.S. bond market will close in observance of the federal holiday, according to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.

FAQs

Will the post office be open on Monday?

No. All U.S. Postal Service locations will be closed Monday, Oct. 13.



Will UPS and FedEx operate on Columbus Day?

UPS and FedEx will maintain regular pickup and delivery services, including their store locations.