Monday, January 20, marks the birthday of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the holiday coincides with President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, although most business closures will be in observance of MLK Day. King’s birthday falls on January 15, but the federal holiday is always observed on the third Monday of January.
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Just days after King’s assassination in 1968, US Rep. John Conyers of Michigan introduced a bill to establish a federal holiday in his honor. The holiday was finally signed into law in 1983, and the first national celebration occurred in 1986 after years of advocacy. In 1999, New Hampshire became the last state to adopt the holiday.
What’s open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025:
Retail and Grocery
Major retailers like Target, Walmart, and Kroger will remain open. Costco and Sam’s Club will also operate as usual. Most restaurant chains will be open, but local hours may vary.
Mail Services
FedEx will have limited delivery services, while FedEx Freight, Office, and Custom Critical will operate normally.
UPS will be closed for domestic ground, air, and international shipping, though some UPS Store locations will remain open, and UPS Express Critical will be available.
USPS will not be delivering or sending mail.
Financial Services
Both the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will be closed.
Wells Fargo, Citibank, and TD Bank branches will also be closed.
ATMs and online banking services will function as usual.
National Parks
MLK Day offers one of the seven free entrance days for 2025.
Government Agencies
Most nonessential government services, including the DMV, libraries, and city offices, will be closed. Check with local branches for specific hours.