Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, November 11, which marks the annual commemoration to honour U.S. military personnel and their sacrifices.
Veterans Day is a federal holiday that was first established by the President Woodrow Wilson in 1919 to recognise the end of World War I.
What began as Armistice Day now encompasses all veterans and is observed as Veterans Day.
Although many businesses remain open on Veterans Day, there are some things that will be interrupted.
But if you’re planning to spend the federal holiday this year, you may be wondering what’s open and closed on Veterans Day 2026. Don’t worry, we got you covered.
USPS
United States Postal Services will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
That means there be no regular mail delivery, caller service or P.O. Box service.
USPS operations will resume on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Amazon, FedEx, UPS.
Private courier services such as Amazon, FedEx, UPS and DHL will continue their operations on Monday, November 11, but that comes with limited business hours.
Banks
Federal banks and their branches will also remain closed for the federal holiday.
Online banking operations, including ATMs will not be interrupted and will remain in service.
Private banks like Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America remain closed.
Stock market
The U.S. stock market will be open, following normal business hours (9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET).
Retailers
Leading grocery stores and big-box retailers are likely open on Veterans Day, and some may be offering sales, with Walmart, Target and Costco all planning to maintain normal operating hours.
National Parks
National Parks are open, and there’s also good news for the visitors: the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees on November 11.
