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Is the Post Office Open on Easter 2019?

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Sunday deliveries have become increasingly common in the US. Amazon’s partnership with certain package services, including the United States Postal Service (USPS), in specific areas, opened the door for Sunday deliveries in cities where that wasn’t previously an option. As a result, many people have become a little spoiled by the service, and increasingly wonder if the post office is open on Easter, or any Sunday.

Is the Post Office Open on Easter?

No, the post office is not open on Easter. Generally, post offices close on all Sundays. Even if your location typically offers Sunday deliveries, there usually is not any help available at the customer service counter, and Easter will be no different. However, there also won’t be any Sunday deliveries, even if they are common in your area.

If your post office has certain self-service features in unsecured portions of the building, those should still be available on Easter. For example, post office boxes that are accessible 24/7 will still be reachable. Similarly, any automated postage machines, stamp vending machines, and similar services that do not require an employee may remain available on Easter.

Post offices will be open on the days surrounding Easter, depending on their typical operating schedule. Here is a look at the span from Good Friday to Easter Monday:

  • Good Friday, April 19 – The post office is open on Good Friday according to the locations regular schedule
  • Saturday, April 20 – If your post office usually offers Saturday hours, it will be open on the Saturday before Easter
  • Easter Sunday, April 21 – The post office is closed
  • Easter Monday, April 22 – The post office is open according to its usual opening and closing hours

Are UPS or FedEx Open on Easter?

No, UPS and FedEx close on Easter. UPS is typically not open on Sundays, so Easter will be no different. The only delivery exceptions are the UPS Express Critical service, which is available 365 days a year, including on Easter. Certain UPS Store locations may open on Easter, though only a highly limited number.

FedEx is mainly closed on Easter as well. They do make exceptions for FedEx Custom Critical deliveries and FedEx Trade Networks shipments. Additionally, FedEx Office locations may be open, though on a modified holiday schedule.

Post Office Holiday Schedule

USPS is a federal government agency. As a result, they follow the federal holiday schedule each year. Here is a look at the post office holiday schedule for 2019:

  • Tuesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day – the post office is closed
  • Monday, January 21 – Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday – the post office is closed
  • Monday, February 18 – Washington’s Birthday / President’s Day – the post office is closed
  • Monday, May 27 – Memorial Day – the post office is closed
  • Thursday, July 4 – Independence Day – the post office is closed
  • Monday, September 2 – Labor Day – the post office is closed
  • Monday, October 14 – Columbus Day – the post office is closed
  • Monday, November 11 – Veterans Day – the post office is closed
  • Thursday, November 28 – Thanksgiving Day – the post office is closed
  • Wednesday, December 25 – Christmas Day – the post office is closed

While Easter isn’t listed as an official federal government employee holiday, it does always fall on a Sunday. Most government offices close on weekends, except for organizations that oversee public safety and national security. Since the post office isn’t typically open on Sundays, the fact that it isn’t listed as a federal holiday doesn’t have an impact on their schedule.

Post Office Normal Business Hours

Not every post office maintains the same operating schedule. Most locations open between 8:00 am and 8:30 am and close between 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. However, some locations stay open earlier and close much later on weekdays. For example, a few Miami locations open at 7:30 am and don’t close until 9:00 pm.

In most cases, Saturday hours are more limited, and not every location opens at all on Saturdays. If you need to head to the post office on a Saturday, or any time outside of the typical operating hours, it is best to confirm that your location will be open before you head out. You can either contact your local post office directly or go to the USPS website for additional details.

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Is the Post Office Open New Year’s Day 2019?

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The first federal holiday of 2019 lands on the very first day of the year, and beginning the year with a holiday sometimes causes confusion on what is and isn’t open. For those who have small businesses or need to get mail out this time of the year, the question, “Is the post office open New Years Day?” can arise. For those needing the answer to this question, you can find the post office holiday hours for the New Years weekend below.

Download a 2019 Post Office Holiday Schedule.

Is the Post Office Open New Year’s Day?

No, the post office is closed on New Year’s Day. The first day of the new year is a federal holiday. Since the United States Postal Service (USPS) is a part of the federal government, all post offices are closed for the day. There will be no mail delivery to homes or businesses, and post offices branches will be closed.

Is the Post Office Open on New Year’s Eve?

Yes, the post office is open on New Year’s Eve. The day before New Year’s Day (New Year’s Eve) is a day when people visiting the post office are often caught off-guard. That’s because even though the post office is usually open on December 31, if it falls on a Sunday, it is closed. However, this year, New Year’s Eve is on a Monday, so the post office will be open.

Even though post offices will be closed the entire day on January 1, you may still be able to get some basic postal services even when the branch is closed. You can leave letters and packages in drop boxes at the post office. For those needing postage, some branches have self-serve postage weighing machines where you can determine the cost to send your mail, and purchase the appropriate amount of postage. The exact services available will depend on your local post office.

Post Office New Year Holiday Schedule

  • Monday, December 31: Open. There will be normal mail delivery.
  • Tuesday, January 1: Closed. New Year’s Day is a federal holiday and the USPS has the day off. No mail will be delivered.
  • Wednesday, January 2: Open. Post offices will reopen and continue regular postal services on January 2.

Is UPS open on New Year’s Eve and Day?

No, the United Parcel Service is closed on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. UPS considers both December 31 and January 1 to be holidays. On December 31, the company will only deliver and pick up the air and international packages. On January 1, only their UPS Express Critical mailing service is available.

Is Federal Express open on New Year’s Eve and Day?

Federal Express is open on New Year’s Eve but closed on New Year’s Day. Most services are available from FedEx on December 31, but no mailing services are available on January 1, 2018. If you are looking to ship something via FedEx at the beginning of the year, you’ll want to call and confirm their hours for the day after New Years as well.

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Is the Post Office Open on Thanksgiving Day 2018?

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It wasn’t that long ago that practically every business closed for Thanksgiving Day. Now, some retailers choose to open, creating some level of confusion regarding what is available, especially since Thanksgiving is a federal holiday. In 2018, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 22. If you’re wondering whether the post office will be open, here’s what you need to know.

Is the Post Office Open on Thanksgiving Day?

No, the post office is closed on Thanksgiving Day. Since the post office is run by the federal government, most of the employees get the day off as a paid holiday. Customer service employees are not available. Also, there is no regular mail delivery or pick up.

The only exception is Priority Mail Express. Items mailed through Priority Mail Express are delivered 365 days a year, regardless of any holidays. However, not all locations support Priority Mail Express deliveries, so you’ll want to check with the destination in advance if you need an item delivered on that day.

Additionally, if you have a PO box in an area of the post office that isn’t secured.  You can still check for mail that was placed there previously. Similarly, self-service kiosks, if available, are operational. This includes postage machines in lobbies in unlocked post office buildings. You also have the ability to drop mail into the available slots for sorting after the holiday.

Otherwise, the post office will be open for every usual business day aside from Tuesday, December 25, 2018, when they close to observe Christmas.

What Days Will the Post Office Deliver Mail During the Week of Thanksgiving?

When a holiday falls in the middle of the week, figuring out the mail delivery schedule can be a little difficult. Here is when the post office will be open during Thanksgiving week:

  • Sunday, November 18 – Closed
  • Monday, November 19 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.
  • Tuesday, November 20 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.
  • Wednesday, November 21 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.
  • Thursday, November 22 – Closed
  • Friday, November 23 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.
  • Saturday, November 14 – Regular Saturday service.

If you really need to ship something on Thanksgiving Day, you may consider turning to other delivery services. But, are they even open?

Is FedEx Open on Thanksgiving?

FedEx closes on Thanksgiving Day. Regular FedEx service resumes on Friday, November 23, 2018.

Is UPS Open on Thanksgiving?

UPS closes on Thanksgiving Day. However, UPS Express Critical service is available. Otherwise, normal UPS service resumes on the day after Thanksgiving.

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Is the Post Office Open Columbus Day 2018?

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Columbus Day falls on Monday, October 8 this year. Even though many people may not know what Columbus Day is all about, they’ll have the day off and enjoy a three-day weekend. However, some of your favorite stores and other businesses may be closed. This may leave you wondering, “Is the post office open Columbus Day?” 

Is the Post Office Open Columbus Day?

No. The post office will be closed Columbus Day. Because Columbus Day is a federal holiday, post offices will be closed on Monday, October 8. Physical USPS locations will be closed. There will also be no mail delivery.

All USPS employees will have the day off. So, if you need to interact with someone at USPS, you won’t be able to do so on Monday. However, some services will still be available.

You’ll still be able to use the self-service options at your local post offices, such as buying stamps and sending letters or small packages. Some locations may have a self-service system for printing postage in the lobby as well. You will also be able to access your personal P.O. box.

These services are generally available to customers at USPS 24/7. If you are wondering what services, if any, will be available at your local post office, you may want to give them a call and verify what will be available on Monday.

Is the Post Office Open Columbus Day Weekend?

Although many of you will have a three-day weekend, that isn’t the case for USPS workers. Mail will still run on Saturday and, depending on your local P.O.’s regular hours, they will be open on Saturday, October 6 as well. So, if your post office is usually open, it will be open this Saturday and closed on Sunday, as usual.

Keep in mind, there are three more federal holidays in which the post office will be closed this year. These holidays will also impact the post office’s regular schedule:

  • Veterans’ Day: Monday, November 12, 2018 (Veterans Day observed)
  • Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 22, 2018
  • Christmas Day: Tuesday, December 25, 2018

If you have any questions about your local post office holiday hours or the services that will be available to you, give them a call and ask. The customer service number is 1-800-275-8777.

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Is the Post Office Open on Thanksgiving Day 2017?

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Everything used to close on Thanksgiving Day, but now some stores open on Thanksgiving Day to get an early start on Black Friday shopping. Being that Thanksgiving is technically a federal holiday, it’s hard to know what is open on Thanksgiving Day.

This year Thanksgiving Day falls on Thursday, November 23, 2017. The post office is normally open for business on Thursday. Since it’s not clear what is open or closed on holidays now. Many people are asking, “Is the post office open on Thanksgiving Day?”

Is the Post Office Open on Thanksgiving?

Post offices are closed on Thanksgiving Day. The Post Office closes in observance of ten federal holidays. Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, is one of the federal holidays that the post office closes to observe. The post office will also be closed for the following holiday in 2017:

Monday, December 25

Although postal employees will not be working, there will be limited services available at your local post office. Customers who rent mailboxes at postal locations will be able to access their post office box as they would on a Sunday. No new mail will be delivered to the mailbox on Thanksgiving Day. Most post offices have automated postage machines in their lobbies where customers can calculate and purchase postage. The lobbies will be open on Thursday to purchase postage from the automated postage machines and drop outgoing mail. Outgoing mail will not be picked up from mailboxes on Thanksgiving Day.

There will be no mail delivery to residences or businesses on Thanksgiving Day, except for Priority Mail Express. Priority Mail Express items are delivered by the post office 365 days a year (yes they even deliver on Christmas Day). Not all service areas are eligible for Priority Mail Express delivery on Sundays and holidays, but delivery is available in most major markets. If you need to ship something with delivery on November 23, check with your post office to make sure that Sunday and holiday delivery is available at the destination.

Thanksgiving Post Office Schedule

Mail delivery service is confusing when a holiday falls in the middle of the week. This is the mail schedule for the week of Thanksgiving Day:

Sunday, November 19 – Closed

Monday, November 20 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.

Tuesday, November 21 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.

Wednesday, November 22 – Open. Regular business hours and mail service.

Thursday, November 23 – Closed

Friday, November 24- Open. Regular business hours and mail service.

Saturday, November 25 – Regular Saturday service.

What if you need to ship something on Thanksgiving Day and cannot wait for the post office to open on Thursday? Are there other shipping options?

Is FedEx Open on Thanksgiving?

FedEx is closed on Thanksgiving Day. The company will resume regular pick up and delivery services on Friday, November 24, 2017.

Is UPS Open on Thanksgiving?

Most UPS services will be unavailable on Thanksgiving Day. UPS is closed, but UPS Express Critical service will be available on Thanksgiving Day. UPS will resume normal delivery and pick up service the day after Thanksgiving Day.

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Is the Post Office Open on Columbus Day 2017?

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Columbus Day is next Monday. Although you may not know what Columbus Day is all about you should know that it is a Federal holiday and some of your favorite stores and most government businesses will be closed on that day. Columbus Day falls on the second Monday of October each year and this year the holiday falls on Monday, October 9.

United States Postal Service locations are typically open on Mondays. USPS, however, is a government-run business and generally closes its doors on Federal holidays. Will the post office open on Columbus Day?

Is the Post Office Open on Columbus Day?

No. The post office will be closed on Columbus Day. Columbus Day is a Federal holiday and because the post office is part of the Federal government, post offices will observe the holiday and be closed on Monday, October 10. All physical post offices will be closed and there will be no mail delivery.

USPS employees will have the day off on Monday so you will not be able to interact with anyone employed by the postal service. You will be able to use some of the self-service options at your local P.O. location though. Most post offices have drop slots where you can drop off letters and small packages to be processed. If you have a post offices box you will also be able to access your P.O. box on Monday with no problem. Some USPS locations also have weighing machines in the lobby area so that you can purchase and print postage for items you’d like to send on Monday.

If you are curious as to what services will be available to you on Columbus Day it will depend on what services are regularly available to you 24/7. These services vary from location to location. If you have questions about what may be available to you on Columbus Day you may want to call and verify the services that will be available on Monday.

Is the Post Office Open on Columbus Day Weekend?

While post offices will be closed on Columbus Day, will the post office be open over the Columbus Day weekend? Whether or not the post office will be open over the weekend depends on your local office. Most post offices are closed on Sunday, October 8 because post offices are generally closed on Sundays. Some USPS locations are open on Saturdays so if your local post office is usually open on Saturday, it will be open this Saturday, October 7.

Schedules and opening hours vary from location to location. If you are wondering about your local post office Saturday hours contact the office to confirm the hours it will be open over the weekend.

The post office will also be closed on the following Federal holidays for the remainder of this year:

Veterans’ Day: Saturday, November 11, 2017
Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 23, 2017
Christmas Day: Monday, December 25, 2017

If you have any questions about your local post office holiday hours or the services that will be available to you, give them a call and ask. Their customer service number is 1-800-275-8777.

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