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Mike Snider, USA TODAYJanuary 17, 2026 at 4:01 AM

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Banks and post offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The third Monday in January became a federal holiday in observance of the civil rights leader after President Ronald Reagan signed the King Holiday Bill into law on Nov. 2, 1983. The date is designated as a national day of service to remember the life of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and to encourage all Americans to volunteer and improve their communities, according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

"America is a more democratic nation, a more just nation, a more peaceful nation because Martin Luther King, Jr., became her preeminent nonviolent commander," Reagan said during the bill signing ceremony, according to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum.

While most restaurants, grocery stores, and retail stores will remain open on Monday, that will not be the case for banks, post offices, and the stock market.

Here's what to know about what will be open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026.

MLK Day: What to know about upcoming January holiday.

When is MLK Day 2026?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on Monday, Jan. 19 this year.

Is the post office open on MLK Day? Will mail be delivered?

U.S. Postal Service post offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, and mail will not be delivered on the day, the USPS told USA TODAY. The USPS will resume regular operations on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Are banks open on MLK Day?

Branches of Bank of America, Chase, CitiBank, PNC, U.S. Bank and Wells Fargo, among others, will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, the companies confirmed to USA TODAY.

Are shipping services, like UPS and FedEx, open on MLK Day?

UPS pickup and delivery services are not available on Monday, Jan. 19, and UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company's website. Customers should check with their local stores for specific hours of operation.

UPS Express Critical (provided by Marken) is available 365 days a year, according to the company. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit marken.com.

Some FedEx pickup and delivery services will be available on Jan.19, and FedEx Office locations are expected to be open. Check with your local store for specific hours of operation.

FedEx Custom Critical is also available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.

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