Does mail still get delivered on public holidays
In the United States, mail delivery is typically suspended on federal holidays, which are established by the federal government. These holidays include:
- New Year's Day (January 1st)
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
- Presidents' Day (third Monday in February)
- Memorial Day (last Monday in May)
- Independence Day (July 4th)
- Labor Day (first Monday in September)
- Columbus Day (second Monday in October)
- Veterans Day (November 11th)
- Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday in November)
- Christmas Day (December 25th)
On these holidays, the United States Postal Service (USPS) does not deliver mail or packages, and post offices are typically closed. However, some private carriers, such as UPS and FedEx, may still deliver packages on federal holidays, depending on their policies and the specific holiday.
It's worth noting that some states and local governments may observe additional holidays that are not recognized at the federal level. In these cases, mail delivery may be suspended on those holidays as well.
If you're unsure about mail delivery on a specific holiday, you can check with your local post office or the USPS website for more information.