The calendar flips from 2024 to 2025 this week, and you need to deposit a check or mail a package, it might be a good idea to plan ahead.
While banks and post offices will largely be open on Dec. 31 , that will not be the case on New Year’s Day, as the day is a federal holiday and will see widespread closures. Shipping services like UPS and FedEx will also largely be unavailable on Jan. 1.
However, most grocery store , retail and restaurant chains will remain open on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day this year.
Here’s what you need to know about banks, post offices and shipping services and whether or not they will be open on Wednesday, Jan. 1.
When is New Year’s Day 2025?
New Year’s Day is on Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Is the post office open on New Year’s Day? Will mail be delivered?
U.S. Postal Service post offices will be closed on Jan. 1, and mail will not be delivered on the day, the USPS told USA TODAY. The USPS will resume regular operations on Thursday, Jan. 2.