Find out which stores and government offices will be open or closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025
San Francisco: So, Monday is a big day with two federal holidays—Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day. If you’re planning to run errands, you might want to check what’s open first.
MLK Day celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., while Inauguration Day happens every four years when the new president and vice president take office. With both holidays on January 20, 2025, many places will be closed.
Most banks will be closed since it’s a Federal Reserve holiday. Big names like Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo won’t be open. But don’t worry, you can still use online banking and ATMs.
As for the post office, all U.S. Post Offices will be closed, and there won’t be any mail delivery. UPS is also taking the day off, but FedEx will be open, though some services might be delayed.
All federal offices, including courts, will be closed too. State offices will follow suit since January 20 is a state holiday as well. Some local offices might be open, but it’s best to check ahead.
The stock market will be closed, as it observes U.S. holidays. On a brighter note, national parks will waive entrance fees on MLK Day, and many volunteers will be helping out with service projects.
Now, if you’re wondering about grocery stores, major retailers like Target and Walmart will be open. Stores like Costco and CVS will also be operating, but it’s a good idea to check local hours.
Just a heads up, MLK Day is always the third Monday in January, while Inauguration Day is on January 20 after a presidential election. This year, they just happen to fall on the same day.
Lastly, there are 11 federal holidays in total for 2025, including the new Juneteenth holiday. So, mark your calendars!
