Thanksgiving Day Closures: Banks, Post Offices, and Shipping Services Impacted

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thanksgiving Day, which falls on Thursday, Nov. 27 this year, will see several closures across various sectors. Major banks, post offices, and shipping services will be closed, raising questions for those looking to conduct business.

The U.S. Postal Service announced that all post offices will be closed, and no mail will be delivered on Thanksgiving. Retail operations will resume on Black Friday, Nov. 28, when mail delivery and retail transactions will be available once again.

Many well-known banks, including Bank of America, Chase, Truist, PNC, and Capital One, will also halt operations on Thanksgiving Day. Customers can expect services to resume under regular hours on Black Friday.

Shipping services such as UPS and FedEx will not operate on Thanksgiving. UPS will have pickups and deliveries unavailable, and FedEx Office locations will be closed as well. Customer service representatives advise checking local store hours for specific information.

Despite these closures, many grocery stores, restaurants, and retail chains will remain open on Thanksgiving, providing options for those looking to shop or dine. It is advisable for consumers to confirm hours with local establishments.

While Thanksgiving is a federal holiday, Black Friday is not, resulting in a return to normal bank and shipping services. Customers needing banking assistance can rely on online and mobile transactions during the holiday closures.

As the holiday season approaches, both the U.S. Postal Service and banks encourage individuals to plan ahead for any needs that may arise during the Thanksgiving period.

This year celebrates Thanksgiving on Nov. 27, with Black Friday following on Nov. 28. The closures reflect the federal holiday’s observance, similar to past years.