Is the Post Office Open on MLK Day?
No.
Post offices are closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is one of the eleven federal holidays when USPS retail counters close nationwide. In 2026 it is observed on Monday, January 19, 2026. After the observed holiday, retail service depends on the branch schedule; check the USPS location finder.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday, so every post office closes - unlike some state and bank holidays, this one applies to USPS nationwide.
MLK Day - post office closure dates
Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on the third Monday of January. Weekend retail treatment can differ from the federal-employee observed day; check the USPS calendar for the year and your local branch.
| Year | Post offices closed (observed) | Status | After the observed holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, January 19, 2026 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
| 2027 | Monday, January 18, 2027 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
Is mail delivered on MLK Day?
No. USPS does not deliver regular mail on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and retail counters are closed. One exception: Priority Mail Express is delivered 365 days a year in many areas, including holidays. Regular service resumes according to local schedules; Saturday counter hours vary by location.
Are UPS and FedEx open on MLK Day?
Private carriers set their own holiday schedules, which do not always match the post office:
UPS: UPS is closed - no pickup or delivery (UPS Express Critical remains available).
FedEx: FedEx runs with modified service on some holidays - most FedEx Office locations stay open and many deliveries still run, but some services are limited.
Carrier details from the published UPS and FedEx 2026 holiday schedules (ups.com, fedex.com); services and locations can differ, so check the carrier before a time-critical shipment.
Common questions
Is the post office open on MLK Day 2026?
No. USPS generally closes retail counters on Monday, January 19, 2026 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There is no counter service and no regular mail delivery.
When do post offices reopen after MLK Day?
Branch counter hours vary, especially on Saturdays. Look up your location in the USPS location finder before visiting.
Can I still drop off a package on MLK Day?
Collection boxes may still be accessible, but mail is not collected or processed until the next business day. Self-service kiosks in some lobbies remain available even when counters are closed.
Is MLK Day a holiday for UPS and FedEx too?
UPS: UPS is closed - no pickup or delivery (UPS Express Critical remains available). FedEx: FedEx runs with modified service on some holidays - most FedEx Office locations stay open and many deliveries still run, but some services are limited.