This week the calendar switches from 2024 to 2025. You’ll need to deposit a check or mail a package, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead.
Most banks and post offices will be open on December 31st, but this is not the case on New Year’s Day, which is a federal holiday and will be broadly closed. Delivery services such as UPS and FedEx will also be largely unavailable on January 1st.
However, most grocery stores, retailers and restaurant chains will remain open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day this year.
Here’s what you need to know about banks, post offices and delivery services and whether they’ll be open on Wednesday, January 1st.
When is New Year’s Day in 2025?
New Year’s Day is Wednesday, January 1st.
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Is the post office open on New Year’s Day? Will my mail be delivered?
USPS told USA TODAY that U.S. Postal Service post offices will close on January 1 and no mail will be delivered that day. USPS will resume normal operations on Thursday, January 2nd.
Are banks open on New Year’s Day?
Branches at Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Trust and Citibank will close on January 1, the companies confirmed to USA TODAY. The Capital One Cafe will also be closed on New Year’s Day, the company said.
Are delivery services like UPS and FedEx open on New Year’s Day?
UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on New Year’s Day, and UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company’s website. Please check with your local store for specific business hours.
The company says UPS Express Critical is available 24/7. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit upsexpresscritical.com.
FedEx pickup and delivery services will also be unavailable on January 1, and FedEx offices will also be closed on the same day, according to the company’s website.
FedEx Custom Critical is also available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. X You can follow him at @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.
