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The new year starts this week. If you need to do banking or mail a package, it’s a good idea to plan ahead.
Nearly all grocery stores, restaurants, and retail chains will be open this New Year’s Eve, although some stores have adjusted their business hours. Banks, post offices and delivery services will remain open for most of December 31st and will close on January 1st, 2026. The stock market will also be open on New Year’s Eve and will close on New Year’s Day.
Here’s what you need to know about banks, post offices, delivery services and whether they’ll be open this New Year’s Eve.
When is New Year’s Eve in 2025?
This year’s New Year’s Eve is Wednesday, December 31st.
Will the post office be open on New Year’s Eve? Will my mail be delivered?
According to the USPS website, U.S. Postal Service post offices will remain open as usual and mail deliveries will begin on December 31st.
Are banks open on New Year’s Eve?
Most bank branches will be open as usual on New Year’s Eve, but some branches may have reduced or adjusted business hours. We recommend checking with your local bank branch for specific holiday hours.
Will UPS and FedEx be open on New Year’s Eve?
UPS pickup for air and international air services will be available on New Year’s Eve only if pre-arranged by Dec. 26, the company said on its website.
The company said UPS shipping for air and international air services will be available, but UPS ground service pickup and delivery will not be available on Dec. 31. The company says UPS Express Critical is available 24/7. For more information, call 1-800-714-8779 or visit mnx.com.
UPS Store hours vary by location, so we recommend checking with your local store for specific hours.
Most FedEx pickup and delivery services will be available starting Dec. 31, and FedEx offices may close earlier, according to the company’s website. We recommend checking with your local store for specific New Year’s Eve hours.
FedEx Freight will open Dec. 31 for pre-arranged pickup and delivery shipments only, FedEx said on its website. FedEx Custom Critical is available 365 days a year. For more information, call 1-800-762-3787.
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
