Summary
Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, 2026, is a federal holiday in the United States. Because of this, various public services like banks, mail, and delivery services will be closed or limited on that day. Normal operations will mostly resume on January 20, 2026.
Key Facts
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on January 19, 2026, and is a federal holiday.
- Major banks, credit unions, and smaller banks will be closed, though ATMs and online banking will still be available.
- The U.S. Postal Service will close its post office locations and stop regular mail delivery, but Priority Mail Express will still operate.
- UPS will limit its services, and FedEx will offer modified services, but some specialized services remain open.
- The New York Stock Exchange will be closed on MLK Day.
- Many schools, libraries, and city offices will also close, but some stores and restaurants may remain open.
- The next federal holiday after MLK Day is Presidents Day on February 16, 2026, which is also likely to affect public services.
