Is the Post Office Open on Thanksgiving?
No.
Post offices are closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Thanksgiving Day is one of the eleven federal holidays when USPS retail counters close nationwide. In 2026 it is observed on Thursday, November 26, 2026. After the observed holiday, retail service depends on the branch schedule; check the USPS location finder.
Thanksgiving closes post offices, UPS, and FedEx. The Friday after Thanksgiving is a normal postal business day (and one of the busiest shipping days of the year), though lines can be long.
Thanksgiving - post office closure dates
Thanksgiving Day falls on the fourth Thursday of November. 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, November 26, 2026 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
| 2027 | Thursday, November 25, 2027 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
Is mail delivered on Thanksgiving?
No. USPS does not deliver regular mail on Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving?
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 Thanksgiving 2026?
No. USPS generally closes retail counters on Thursday, November 26, 2026 for Thanksgiving Day. There is no counter service and no regular mail delivery.
When do post offices reopen after Thanksgiving?
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 Thanksgiving?
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 Thanksgiving 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.