Is the Post Office Open on New Year's Day?
No.
Post offices are closed on New Year's Day.
New Year's Day is one of the eleven federal holidays when USPS retail counters close nationwide. In 2026 it is observed on Thursday, January 1, 2026. After the observed holiday, retail service depends on the branch schedule; check the USPS location finder.
New Year's Day is the first postal holiday of the year. If you need to ship around the holiday, note that December 31 is a normal business day, though many branches close early on New Year's Eve.
New Year's Day - post office closure dates
New Year's Day falls on January 1 every year. 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 | Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
| 2027 | Friday, January 1, 2027 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
Is mail delivered on New Year's Day?
No. USPS does not deliver regular mail on New Year's 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 New Year's 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 is closed - no pickup or delivery on most services.
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 New Year's Day 2026?
No. USPS generally closes retail counters on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day. There is no counter service and no regular mail delivery.
When do post offices reopen after New Year's 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 New Year's 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 New Year's Day a holiday for UPS and FedEx too?
UPS: UPS is closed - no pickup or delivery (UPS Express Critical remains available). FedEx: FedEx is closed - no pickup or delivery on most services.